SUPERVISORY HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (INFORMATION SYSTEMS)

Summary Who may apply: Current permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service, eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants, and current DFAS VRA employees. The position may be filled at an entry grade of GS-11 or GS-12 with a target grade of GS-12. Responsibilities Serves as a first line supervisor in the Human Resources (HR) Technical Services Division providing full functional, technical, and operational management and support in the processing, management and retrieval of HR data. Manages both standard and complex issues in the processing of data within the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) and it's interface with other critical data systems such as payroll. Supports HR Quality Assurance/Control Program and HR Audit Steadiness (AuS) efforts. Conducts testing for the Management Internal Control Program (MICP). Prepares/reviews recurring reports for MICP audits and initiatives. Works with HR management, supervisors and staff regarding the analysis and review of SSC operations, programs, policies, procedures, practices and requirements and how they relate to external DCPDS processing and reporting requirements. Determines training requirements and plans and conducts training relative to DCPDS, or other HR information system operations and modifications to all levels of HR management and staff. Performs the full range of supervisory responsibilities, directs assignment and review of work, identifies training needs, implements EEO and HR policies, evaluates employee performance, and carries out disciplinary actions as needed. DUTIES AS DESCRIBED REFLECT THE FULL PERFORMANCE LEVEL (GS-12) OF THE POSITION. DUTIES ASSIGNED AT AN ENTRY GRADE OF GS-11 WILL BE DEVELOPMENTAL IN NATURE. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For GS-11 consideration, one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-09) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as providing Human Resources advisory services and technical assistance regarding the application of staffing theories, concepts, laws and regulations in a business environment. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include providing operational and advisory level staffing support to include conducting job analysis; reviewing and assessing applicant experience and determining eligibility for employment based on regulation; examining various avenues of recruitment sources and methods for appointing applicants; developing vacancy announcements; designing and documenting application assessment criteria; processing, reviewing and auditing personnel actions in accordance with law, regulation and policy. For GS-12 consideration, one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-11) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. Specialized experience is defined as providing comprehensive Human Resources advisory services and technical assistance regarding the application of staffing principles, concepts, laws and regulations. In addition to providing management advisory services, applicants must demonstrate work experience in at least one of the following areas: conducting job analysis to design and document applicant assessment criteria; assessing recruitment sources and working with management to develop workforce recruitment strategy in a business environment; determining methods for appointing applicants; applying pay setting regulations and policies; coding, processing and troubleshooting personnel actions in accordance with staffing regulations; or conducting the full cycle of the recruitment and placement process. Time-in-Grade: Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. For GS-11 consideration, applicant must have served 52 weeks at a GS-09 or higher in the Federal Service. For GS-12 consideration, applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-11 or higher grade in Federal Service. Education GS-11 Substitution of Education for Experience: Three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed higher-level graduate level education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements. If you are using education to substitute for the specialized experience, you must submit transcripts at the time you apply. To be creditable, education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html). GS 12: Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level. Additional Information DUTY LOCATION OF THIS POSITIONS IS INDIANAPOLIS, IN. Local telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. Moving expenses may be paid. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here. For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions, the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition. Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment. A one year probationary or trial period may be required. A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required. We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Travel requirement is Occasional. This position is not covered by a bargaining unit. Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives) Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements. Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions, criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (dfas.mil) for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act, exceptions, and DFAS contact information. All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.