LEAD Human Resources Specialist with Security Clearance

Duties Serves as the Air Force EEO Complaints Compliance and Appeals Program Manager, responsible for operation of the AF-level EEO compliance program, and provides direct oversight of the Air Force centrally managed appeals process for EEO complaints. Serves as the Lead, SAF/MRBAE, Program Evaluation EEOC Division, which handles an inventory of approximately 240-250 appeal and compliance actions per fiscal year. Responsible for managing the internal IT systems, and effective use of associated external systems and processes and enhancements, ensuring integrity and accuracy of data; develops quality control measures; developing process improvements and cross references with external IT systems. Performs duties as Senior Analyst and Reviewer as a backup to the Lead Human Resources Specialist over SAF/MRBAR. Reviews and analyzes discrimination complaint cases submitted to AFCARO and/or reviews decisions written by subordinate level FAD writers. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position Overtime may be required to accommodate workload surges or short notice deadlines/suspenses. Travel by commercial or military conveyance in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations may be required in performance of TDY. TDY's to alternate operating locations will be required, as needed. Performance of other assigned miscellaneous duties, such as acting in the absence of the Director, may be required on an intermittent basis. Ad hoc teleworking as needed and required. Incumbent must be eligible for and maintain a Secret security clearance. This is a Centrally Managed Position in the 0201 Series, Human Resources Management Field. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, 0201 Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-13, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes direct experience using knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations governing federal human resources management. Experience applying a working knowledge and understanding of the entire complaint process under 29 C.F.R. Part 1614 and the appeal and grievance process. Analyzing a wide variety of work force data to provide recommendations for improving the human resource management program. Experience using knowledge of staffing, employee management relations, and other functional areas of civilian personnel management to determine procedural, regulatory or programmatic errors in the practice, which led to a complaint or grievance. Performing fact-finding, analysis, mediation, and resolution of complex employment disputes; and researching and discerning applicable case laws. Preparing and presenting briefings, issues and recommendations; providing clear and thorough advice and assistance to other analysts, assuring consistency with prior agency decisions and precedents. Applying analytical skills providing technical expertise for the review and preparation of final agency decisions on discrimination complaints, grievances, and appeals; applying analytical skill and judgment to independently gather, organize, weigh and present various kinds of evidence and information in support of findings, and to arrive at sound conclusions and recommendations. Developing improvements in and designing new work methods and procedures to accomplish work of the team; planning work accomplishment to meet expected quality and quantity of work; and motivating, training and working with diverse employees. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Expert knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations governing federal human resources management. Possess a high degree of analytical skill and judgment to independently gather, organize, weigh and present various kinds of evidence and information in support of findings, and to arrive at sound conclusions and recommendations. 2. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the entire complaint process under 29 C.F.R. Part 1614, EEOC Management Directive (MD) 110, AFI 36-2706, and the appeal and grievance process of AFI 36-1203. Skill in researching and discerning applicable case laws. 3. Skill in analyzing a wide variety of work force data to provide recommendations for improving the human resource management program. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis, mediation, and resolution of complex employment disputes. 4. Skill in written and oral communication to prepare and present briefings, issues and recommendations; to provide clear and thorough advice and assistance to other analysts, assuring consistency with prior agency decisions and precedents. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions, mentor, motivate, train and work effectively with diverse employees. 5. Knowledge of staffing, employee management relations, and other functional areas of civilian personnel management to determine procedural, regulatory or programmatic errors in the practice which led to a complaint or grievance. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of subordinate organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. 6. Ability to apply analytical skills to serve as senior/lead analyst providing technical expertise for the review and preparation of final agency decisions on discrimination complaints, grievances, and appeals. Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you ha