Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Workforce Planning)
Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Summary
The Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Workforce Planning) position is in the Office of the AO Human Resources (AOHR). AOHR provides human resources services to AO management and staff, manages AO's human resources, and develops and administers the AO's pay system.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees. Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees. Veterans Clarification from the agency
This vacancy announcement is open to applicants who currently live in the Washington, DC commuting area and/or current employees of the Federal Judiciary (AO and U.S. Courts) nationwide.
Duties
The incumbent of this position serves as the subject matter expert for workforce planning and supervises the staffing and recruitment team. The ideal candidate must have expertise in leading complex workforce planning initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in data analysis, gap analysis, and demand analysis. As an expert on workforce planning, the incumbent will manage a methodic process to align the needs and priorities of the organization with those of the workforce to ensure the agency is meeting its service requirements and organizational objectives. This includes analyzing, the current state, performing gap analysis, identifying trends, and developing methodologies for project initiatives. The incumbent will work with agency leaders on HR initiatives to align with new or changing priorities.
The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Supervising the Workforce Planning, Special Recruitment, and Operations Staff, including approving time and attendance, providing staff guidance and directions, managing incoming electronic personnel actions, overseeing the new employee process, and responding to AO staff questions, concerns, and inquiries on HR functional area day-to-day functions. Collaborating with HR leadership and line managers to develop strategies for hiring, workforce reorganization, and talent management based on projected workforce needs. Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting workforce data to identify trends, forecast staffing needs, and provide strategic recommendations to optimize workforce efficiency and effectiveness; and supporting informed decision-making within an organization regarding staffing levels, hiring, and resource allocation. Communicating workforce planning insights and recommendations to key stakeholders, including HR leadership, executive leadership, and department managers. Conducting complex analysis and forecasting, along with the application of statistical and operational research methods, management and organizational development theories and concepts, and human capital practices to fulfill the AO's mandate and strategic objectives. Creating detailed reports and presentations that visualize key workforce metrics, including headcount, turnover rates, absenteeism, and productivity to present to leadership. Developing dashboards that forecast staffing and work volume. Developing policy and advising leadership on managing their workforce to increase productivity, engagement, and business value. Identifying emerging trends in the labor market and their potential impact on the organization's workforce planning. Identifying critical positions for the agency's current and future needs and analyzes the position attrition risk. Managing classification, staffing, and recruitment. Meeting with managers to review staffing models and make improvements on future forecasts. Preparing workforce analysis reports for agency leadership. Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) related to workforce performance and identifying areas where improvements can be made. Working with agency leadership to capitalize on recruitment and efficient hiring. Requirements
Conditions of Employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship for competitive status positions or conversion to a competitive status position with the AO. If non-citizens are considered for hire into a temporary or any other position with non-competitive status or when it is confirmed by the AO Human Resources Office there are no qualified U.S. citizens for a competitive status position (unless prohibited by a law or statue), non-citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at USAJOBS Help Center | Employment of non-citizens/. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. All new AO employees will be required to complete an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database and records check and pass a public trust suitability check. New employees to the AO will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights/responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. All new AO employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment. You will be required to serve a trial period if selected for a first-time appointment to the Federal government, transferring from another Federal agency, or serving as a first-time supervisor. Failure to successfully complete the trial period may result in termination of employment. If appointed to a temporary position, management may have the discretion of converting the position to permanent depending upon funding and staffing allocation.
Qualifications
Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions.
Specialized Experience:
Applicants must have at least
one full year (52 weeks)
of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.
Specialized experience
must demonstrate experience in
ALL
areas defined below:
Developing and executing workforce plans that align with organizational strategic objectives. Developing and implementing a comprehensive workforce planning model to identify critical skills gaps and proactively recruit and develop talent to address future workforce needs across multiple offices. Leading complex workforce planning initiatives that include comprehensive workforce analysis and forecasting future staffing needs. Providing strategic workforce planning advice to senior leadership, influencing critical decision-making regarding talent acquisition, workforce development, and succession planning. Highly Desirable Skills:
Advanced data analysis and modeling. Advanced understanding of statistics. Policy development and implementation. Project management. Education
This position does not require education to qualify.
Additional information
The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
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.
Review our benefits
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. How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this job, we will evaluate your application package, to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.
You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume and/or narrative responses, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Failure to submit the mandatory narrative responses will result in not receiving full consideration and/or rating credit. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, withdrawing an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
Benefits
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.
Review our benefits
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. Required Documents
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.
For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required: Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status. Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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. How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 01/03/2025 to receive consideration.
To begin, click
Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status
link and then select the
More Information
link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12627334 Agency contact information
Rosemarie Thompson
Phone
202-502-3800
Email
Rosemarie_Thompson@ao.uscourts.gov
Address
AO Human Resources
One Columbus Circle, NE
Washington, DC 20544
US
Next steps
After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and referral to the hiring official if determined qualified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
Required Documents
For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required:
Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status. Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 01/03/2025 to receive consideration.
To begin, click
Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status
link and then select the
More Information
link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12627334 Agency contact information
Rosemarie Thompson
Phone
202-502-3800
Email
Rosemarie_Thompson@ao.uscourts.gov
Address
AO Human Resources
One Columbus Circle, NE
Washington, DC 20544
US
Next steps
After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and referral to the hiring official if determined qualified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
The Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Workforce Planning) position is in the Office of the AO Human Resources (AOHR). AOHR provides human resources services to AO management and staff, manages AO's human resources, and develops and administers the AO's pay system.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees. Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees. Veterans Clarification from the agency
This vacancy announcement is open to applicants who currently live in the Washington, DC commuting area and/or current employees of the Federal Judiciary (AO and U.S. Courts) nationwide.
Duties
The incumbent of this position serves as the subject matter expert for workforce planning and supervises the staffing and recruitment team. The ideal candidate must have expertise in leading complex workforce planning initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in data analysis, gap analysis, and demand analysis. As an expert on workforce planning, the incumbent will manage a methodic process to align the needs and priorities of the organization with those of the workforce to ensure the agency is meeting its service requirements and organizational objectives. This includes analyzing, the current state, performing gap analysis, identifying trends, and developing methodologies for project initiatives. The incumbent will work with agency leaders on HR initiatives to align with new or changing priorities.
The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Supervising the Workforce Planning, Special Recruitment, and Operations Staff, including approving time and attendance, providing staff guidance and directions, managing incoming electronic personnel actions, overseeing the new employee process, and responding to AO staff questions, concerns, and inquiries on HR functional area day-to-day functions. Collaborating with HR leadership and line managers to develop strategies for hiring, workforce reorganization, and talent management based on projected workforce needs. Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting workforce data to identify trends, forecast staffing needs, and provide strategic recommendations to optimize workforce efficiency and effectiveness; and supporting informed decision-making within an organization regarding staffing levels, hiring, and resource allocation. Communicating workforce planning insights and recommendations to key stakeholders, including HR leadership, executive leadership, and department managers. Conducting complex analysis and forecasting, along with the application of statistical and operational research methods, management and organizational development theories and concepts, and human capital practices to fulfill the AO's mandate and strategic objectives. Creating detailed reports and presentations that visualize key workforce metrics, including headcount, turnover rates, absenteeism, and productivity to present to leadership. Developing dashboards that forecast staffing and work volume. Developing policy and advising leadership on managing their workforce to increase productivity, engagement, and business value. Identifying emerging trends in the labor market and their potential impact on the organization's workforce planning. Identifying critical positions for the agency's current and future needs and analyzes the position attrition risk. Managing classification, staffing, and recruitment. Meeting with managers to review staffing models and make improvements on future forecasts. Preparing workforce analysis reports for agency leadership. Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) related to workforce performance and identifying areas where improvements can be made. Working with agency leadership to capitalize on recruitment and efficient hiring. Requirements
Conditions of Employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship for competitive status positions or conversion to a competitive status position with the AO. If non-citizens are considered for hire into a temporary or any other position with non-competitive status or when it is confirmed by the AO Human Resources Office there are no qualified U.S. citizens for a competitive status position (unless prohibited by a law or statue), non-citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at USAJOBS Help Center | Employment of non-citizens/. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. All new AO employees will be required to complete an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database and records check and pass a public trust suitability check. New employees to the AO will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights/responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/. All new AO employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment. You will be required to serve a trial period if selected for a first-time appointment to the Federal government, transferring from another Federal agency, or serving as a first-time supervisor. Failure to successfully complete the trial period may result in termination of employment. If appointed to a temporary position, management may have the discretion of converting the position to permanent depending upon funding and staffing allocation.
Qualifications
Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions.
Specialized Experience:
Applicants must have at least
one full year (52 weeks)
of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.
Specialized experience
must demonstrate experience in
ALL
areas defined below:
Developing and executing workforce plans that align with organizational strategic objectives. Developing and implementing a comprehensive workforce planning model to identify critical skills gaps and proactively recruit and develop talent to address future workforce needs across multiple offices. Leading complex workforce planning initiatives that include comprehensive workforce analysis and forecasting future staffing needs. Providing strategic workforce planning advice to senior leadership, influencing critical decision-making regarding talent acquisition, workforce development, and succession planning. Highly Desirable Skills:
Advanced data analysis and modeling. Advanced understanding of statistics. Policy development and implementation. Project management. Education
This position does not require education to qualify.
Additional information
The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
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.
Review our benefits
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. How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this job, we will evaluate your application package, to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.
You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume and/or narrative responses, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Failure to submit the mandatory narrative responses will result in not receiving full consideration and/or rating credit. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, withdrawing an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
Benefits
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.
Review our benefits
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. Required Documents
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.
For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required: Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status. Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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. How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 01/03/2025 to receive consideration.
To begin, click
Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status
link and then select the
More Information
link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12627334 Agency contact information
Rosemarie Thompson
Phone
202-502-3800
Rosemarie_Thompson@ao.uscourts.gov
Address
AO Human Resources
One Columbus Circle, NE
Washington, DC 20544
US
Next steps
After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and referral to the hiring official if determined qualified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request
Required Documents
For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required:
Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status. Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 01/03/2025 to receive consideration.
To begin, click
Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status
link and then select the
More Information
link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12627334 Agency contact information
Rosemarie Thompson
Phone
202-502-3800
Rosemarie_Thompson@ao.uscourts.gov
Address
AO Human Resources
One Columbus Circle, NE
Washington, DC 20544
US
Next steps
After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and referral to the hiring official if determined qualified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request