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Summary As an HR Specialist at the GS-0201-11, you will be part of the Office of Workforce Policy and Innovation, Office of Personnel Management. If selected, you will be responsible for partnering with Federal agencies to advance strategic, effective, efficient, and compliant human capital (HC) systems that support agency mission. Responsibilities The Incumbent performs a wide variety of services related to workforce planning, succession planning, closing skills gaps, competency assessments, data management and forecasting human capital needs for the Federal workforce through research and aligning various Forecasting and Methods efforts across OPM and the Federal Government, advances legislative and administrative efforts to advance Strategic Workforce Planning initiatives and identifies best practices to leverage commonalities across Government. Serves on a team responsible for, Federal Strategic Human Capital Management competency assessments, regulatory development and revisions, and closing skills gaps efforts for OPM and the Federal government. Serves as a member of cross-collaboration work groups on human capital products, webinars, etc. Utilizes various systems and communication methods to track organizational changes, participate in workforce projects and align human capital to address organizational goals. Utilizes knowledge of organizational processes, strategies, goals, and objectives to help facilitate implementation of the strategic management process. Provides current information and/or assistance on a variety of Human Capital dimensions and Human Resources areas. These include strategic alignment with mission; workforce planning and deployment; succession planning; competitive sourcing; closing skills gaps; competency gap assessments; competing for talent; learning and knowledge management, leadership; performance culture; compensation and benefits; incentive awards; employee and labor relations; classification and qualifications; work/life programs; and investigative services. Provides input to reports relating to the evaluation of a wide variety of human capital subjects and issues (ex. the Human Capital Operating Plan). Develops reports and presentations, based on current and key indicators of human capital management trends and outcomes in Federal agencies according to 5 CFR 250 Subpart B. Communicates feedback on Federal government agency's workforce and human capital operating plans, policies, and programs. Participates in conferences, seminars, webinars, or similar meetings designed to inform Human Capital officials, agencies, and counterparts of policy/program changes, new developments and to coordinate implementation of new programs. Participates in workgroups responsible for the design, development, and promulgation of Governmentwide policies, regulations, and guidance. Reviews existing and proposed revisions to agency policies, standard operating procedures, and guidelines. Maintains current knowledge of legislative developments, agency reorganizations, and other activities that may have an impact on HC objectives. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Complete the initial online assessment and USA Hire Assessment, if required This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32. Qualifications For the GS-11 Grade Level: You must have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-09 grade level (or equivalent) which includes the following experience: Participating in work efforts/initiatives related to human capital strategies, assessments, regulations, and skills gap mitigation. Providing information on human capital dimensions and HR areas (e.g., closing skills gaps, succession planning, classification and qualifications etc.,) Communicating feedback on workforce and human capital operating plans, policies, and programs. Contributing to work groups designing and disseminating human capital policies and regulations. -Or- Have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. Such education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of this position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. -Or- Have a combination of graduate level education and specialized experience that when combined equals at least 100 percent of the qualification requirements. To calculate, divide the number of semester hours earned (in excess of 18 semester hours) towards a graduate degree by 18. If your education is in quarter hours, convert to semester hours by multiplying the number of quarter hours earned by 2/3rds. Then divide the number of months of full-time experience by 12. If your experience was part-time, convert to full-time by dividing the number of hours worked per week by 40 then multiply by number of months. Add the two percentages. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-09 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 grade level. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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. Education Additional Information Relocation expenses will not be paid. Current OPM employees may qualify as an exception. Incentive payments may be considered. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM. During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements visit the following websites: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) Reasonable Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request an RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency-Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need an RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire