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Cherokee Federal

Human Resources Specialist

Cherokee Federal, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Human Resources Support Specialist

This position requires an active

Secret

clearance.

Provide support to the HR Program Specialist Support Services in The Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, Human Resource Office. Primary responsibilities include managing awards and intern programs, coordinating staff check-in/check-out, generating reports, program management, and maintaining communication with stakeholders on processes and deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for

Human Resources Support Specialist : $93,798

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Human Resources Support Specialist Responsibilities Include:

Assist WHA Family Member Employment Coordinators (FMEC) by providing guidance to recruitment specialists at Posts, ensuring that requests are properly filled out with the correct information, maintaining SOPs and cable templates, and a library of FAQs.Assist with managing the WHA awards inbox by ordering certificates and answering emails based on FAM, GTM, and WHA guidance.Review and maintain the bureau award spreadsheet for presentation to the S/HR Specialist and Deputy Director that details the number of award submissions, approvals, awards returned for resubmission, and those finalized in GEMS. Distribute award nomination packages to Awards committee members and track processing.Communicate with posts, managers, and other bureau award coordinators about the process for completing award submissions and deadline dates mandated by the bureau and GTM.Assist with WHA Student, Fellowship, and Intern Programs including Pickering and Rangel Fellowship, Pathways Internship, Recent Graduates Program, and the U.S Department of State Paid Internship Program under the guidance of WHA Bureau Intern Coordinator. Coordinate placements domestically and overseas. Answer questions from participants, domestic offices, and overseas Posts.Assist with generating personnel reports or trackers for the section that track the status and progress on multiple human resources related issues for bureau employees.Coordinate Atlas tasks for the EX/HR Section including initiating check-in & check-out for arriving and departing staff. Liaise with other EX sections to ensure that new arrivals or departures are entered into the system timely.Assist with managing the WHA Reemployed Annuitant (REA) program by providing program information to prospective REAs, assembling and submitting to GTM/TS packets of required documents for new applicants as well as for annual extensions, coordinating assignments with domestic offices and EX/FRC, developing position descriptions, and maintaining files and trackers for the program.Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Human Resources Support Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

Associates degree preferred and 2 years of related Human Resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience OR 3 years of working experience in HR will be considered in lieu of education.PHR preferred.Requires an active SECRET Security Clearance.Strong human resources or human capital management background.Collaborative with a strong work ethic.Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.Excellent strategic and situational awareness.Ability to adjust and adapt to fast-paced environment with a high volume workload.Proven ability to approach and interact with people of all backgrounds and the ability to work collaboratively with Staff at all levels.Excellent organizational, coordination, and workload management skills and abilities.Preferred knowledge of data analytics.Ability to work with highly confidential documents and data while ensuring discretion.Excellent customer service skills.Excellent communication skills (English language written and spoken).Strong organization, communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite software and SharePoint.Ability to work independently to assess priorities.Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS)

is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and

serving

the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about

CNSS , visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Keywords:

Human Capital ManagementStakeholder CommunicationProgram CoordinationAwards ManagementIntern Program Support

Legal Disclaimer:

Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

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