This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/698068700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
These positions administer, advise on, and deliver a variety of HR products and services throughout the agency. Management will rely on you to help them apply merit system principles. Employees will rely on you to provide information and assistance. Ultimately, you will assume an integral role in assuring that all parties observe merit system principles in executing their HR-related actions.
01/06/2023 to 04/06/2023
$77,488 - $100,739 per year
GS 12
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
No
Multiple - Permanent, Term 13 months (may be ext. up to 4 yrs.), or Temporary 1 yr. (may be ext. up to 2 yrs.)
Full-time - Full time (40 hours/week), part-time (between 16-32 hours/week) or intermittent (work as needed)
Competitive
12
No
No
FLETC-VAF-2023-0004
698068700
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Military spouses relocating under PCS orders or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.
A spouse of an active duty member of the armed forces. A spouse of a service member who is 100% disabled due to a service-connected injury. A spouse of a service member killed while on active duty.
Please limit your résumé to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
The HR functional areas for which we are collecting applications are classification, recruitment/placement, employee relations, employee development and training, labor relations, benefits, performance management, and HR information systems.
All candidates must possess the required specialized experience by the time their resume is reviewed.
Specialized Experience Requirement:
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for suitability as a condition of placement into these positions. This will include a credit check after a tentative job offer is given, a review of financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Continued employment is contingent upon favorable adjudication of periodic reinvestigations.
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Physical Demands: The work is sedentary.
Work Environment: Work is in an office setting.
If selected for a permanent position, re-employed annuitants’ annual salaries will be reduced by the amount of their retirement annuity and by further cost of living increases. FERS retirees receiving a FERS annuity supplement must also be aware that, like social security benefits, their FERS annuity supplement is subject to an earnings test and may be reduced if the salary earned is more than the social security exempt amount of earnings. Additional information is available on OPM’s website or by contacting OPM.
If selected for a TEMP/TERM position, federal retirees will be eligible for a waiver of the dual compensation reduction. Click here for more information.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement within the same geographical area.
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
Any Offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select Benefits. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use a job questionnaire to determine the degree to which your experience, education and training demonstrate the following competencies required by this position:
Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards as an indicator of quality of prior experience. If you are determined to be best-qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
Career Transition Assistance Program or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP/ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility may be found on OPM’s Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 85 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the “Required Documents” section of this announcement.
Please limit your résumé to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select Benefits. Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
1. Your resume. Please limit your résumé to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Please visit www.fletc.gov/site-page/employment-faqs website for further guidance regarding this page limit.
If you are applying under an Interchange Agreement, submit your SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action that shows a "1" or "2" in Block 24 and a "2" in Block 34.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
If this is your first time applying for a federal job, then you will need to create a USAJOBS® account. Otherwise, follow the steps below.
Your application, including any supporting documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on the closing date of this announcement.
We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you experience any difficulties with the online application process or are experiencing a significant hardship that hinders your ability to apply online, then you may contact either the HR Helpdesk at (912) 267-2289 or e-mail FLETC-Jobinfo@fletc.dhs.gov Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST (excluding federal holidays). When e-mailing, please include the vacancy announcement number in the subject line.
If you encounter an error with a corresponding code during the application process, contact the Monster® Government Solutions Helpdesk at (866) 656-6831 or via e-mail at mgshelp@monster.com. Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST (excluding federal holidays).
PLEASE NOTE: This announcement is a part of the Voluntary Applicant File (VAF). The VAF is posted for the sole purpose of collecting applications in the event an opening occurs; a VAF announcement does not mean that an actual vacancy exists. Managers may request applications from the VAF that meet the desired training topical area, work schedule, and duty location of their vacant position(s) at any time during the opening period of this announcement. If your application meets these parameters, then it will be made available for review by the requesting manager. HR will verify your qualifications and eligibility for consideration. The status of your USAJOBS® account will be updated upon receipt of your application, but will not receive subsequent updates throughout the process. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. Your application will remain on-file only for the duration of this announcement's open period. You will need to re-apply to the next iteration of the VAF should you wish to remain in consideration.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
View more information on applying for federal employment.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Your resume. Please limit your résumé to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Please visit www.fletc.gov/site-page/employment-faqs website for further guidance regarding this page limit.
If you are applying under an Interchange Agreement, submit your SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action that shows a "1" or "2" in Block 24 and a "2" in Block 34.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
If this is your first time applying for a federal job, then you will need to create a USAJOBS® account. Otherwise, follow the steps below.
Your application, including any supporting documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on the closing date of this announcement.
We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you experience any difficulties with the online application process or are experiencing a significant hardship that hinders your ability to apply online, then you may contact either the HR Helpdesk at (912) 267-2289 or e-mail FLETC-Jobinfo@fletc.dhs.gov Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST (excluding federal holidays). When e-mailing, please include the vacancy announcement number in the subject line.
If you encounter an error with a corresponding code during the application process, contact the Monster® Government Solutions Helpdesk at (866) 656-6831 or via e-mail at mgshelp@monster.com. Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST (excluding federal holidays).
PLEASE NOTE: This announcement is a part of the Voluntary Applicant File (VAF). The VAF is posted for the sole purpose of collecting applications in the event an opening occurs; a VAF announcement does not mean that an actual vacancy exists. Managers may request applications from the VAF that meet the desired training topical area, work schedule, and duty location of their vacant position(s) at any time during the opening period of this announcement. If your application meets these parameters, then it will be made available for review by the requesting manager. HR will verify your qualifications and eligibility for consideration. The status of your USAJOBS® account will be updated upon receipt of your application, but will not receive subsequent updates throughout the process. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. Your application will remain on-file only for the duration of this announcement's open period. You will need to re-apply to the next iteration of the VAF should you wish to remain in consideration.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
View more information on applying for federal employment.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/698068700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.