Job title: HR Specialist (Employee/Labor Relations)
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryReclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a HR Specialist (Employee/Labor Relations). Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.Duty Location: Billings, MontanaFor living conditions go to:OverviewOpen & closing dates08/16/2024 to 08/27/2024Salary$72,553 – $113,047 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 11 – 12Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential12Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberBOR-MB-24-DE-12512840-JBControl number805000200This job is open toClarification from the agencyU.S. Citizens and U.S. NationalsVideosDuties
- Provides guidance and assistance to management and employees on employee and labor relations matters.
- Assists supervisors and managers in resolving employee/management relations and recommends appropriate courses of action.
- Assists supervisors and managers by dealing with employee and union grievances, unfair labor practices, interpretation of negotiated agreements and decisions of the Federal Labor Relations Authority.
- Advises on grievances and appeals, adverse actions, employee discipline, performance evaluation, sick leave, employee motivation/morale, and harassment and discrimination complaint issues.
- Advises employees on issues beyond the scope of solution at supervisory levels. Advises both management and employees during discipline and adverse actions.
- Prepares disciplinary actions, ensures compliance with requirements, and recommends alternate actions as necessary.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
You must be suitable for federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents).
You must submit eligibility documents for veterans consideration (see Required Documents).
You must meet any minimum education and/or experience requirements (see Qualifications).
You must submit transcript(s) to verify education requirements (see Qualifications/Education).QualificationsIn order to be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the education and/or specialized experience requirement – this information must be clearly supported in the resume.GS-11:
To qualify at the GS-11, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in responsibility and scope to the GS-09 level in Federal service which includes: providing advice to management and employees on a wide variety of laws, regulations, and processes associated with labor and employee relations; research and interpretation of Federal laws and regulations regarding disciplinary and adverse actions; interpreting labor-management agreements in private or federal sector; and assisting with negotiations.
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You could otherwise qualify on the basis of Education having a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.
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You may combine specialized experience and education that equals 100% of the requirements for this position.GS-12
To qualify at the GS-12, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in responsibility and scope to the GS-11 level in Federal service which includes: providing technical advice to all levels of management and employees on a wide variety of labor and employee relations matters; representing management in dealings with union officials, appeals, and multiple third party actions; applying conflict resolution techniques to resolve highly charged ER/LR situations; developing and conducting ER/LR training; and participates in the development of contract negotiation proposals and strategies.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.You must meet all requirements, including any selective placement factors if applicable, by 08/27/2024.EducationThis vacancy announcement allows substituting education for experience at the GS-11 grade level. You must submit a copy of college transcript(s) (unofficial copy is acceptable) to support claimed education if substituting education for experience. Transcripts must include the name of the college or university and date the degree was conferred. A typed list of courses, grades, semester/quarter hours, GPA, etc. will not be accepted. Non-submission may result in being rated not-qualified for the position.You will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications, if selected. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University’s Registrar’s office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer.Accreditation: Only education from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education is acceptable to meet education requirements or to substitute for experience, if applicable. For additional info, refer to the and .Foreign Education: To receive credit for education completed outside the United States, you must show proof that the education has been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. For additional info, refer to the .Additional informationThe full performance of this position is GS-12. Progression to this grade is neither guaranteed nor automatic. Advancement is dependent upon supervisory approval, progression of higher-level duties, your successful performance in the position, and satisfaction of time-in-grade and qualification requirements.You may be required to serve an initial probationary period. Current, permanent Federal employees who are selected from this announcement may be required to serve a probationary period.Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and you may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval.If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information, visit: or .If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may request consideration for a Superior Qualifications Appointment. For information, visit: .Related non-Federal experience or related experience as retired members of the uniformed services may be credited towards computing entitlement to leave accrual, at managerial discretion, providing that experience meets certain criteria. This provision allows new employees to earn annual leave at a higher rate than would otherwise be allowed. (5 Code of Federal Regulations, 630). For information, visit:DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including applicant rights and responsibilities, please visitThis position is designated as a MODERATE RISK Public Trust position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated Public Trust Suitability Background Investigation (T2S or T2RS or equivalent) that is current (within the last 5 years). This is a condition of employment.Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify registration with the Selective Service System or that the applicant is exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Go to:This is a non-bargaining unit position.Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.
- 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. .
Expected salary: $72553 – 113047 per year
Location: Billings, MT
Job date: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 02:51:11 GMT
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