Human Resources Manager
About The Position
The Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Eastern District of Virginia is hiring a Human Resources Manager in its Alexandria location. The office provides legal representation to indigent defendants in federal criminal cases and related matters under the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A. The HR Manager provides comprehensive human resources and administrative support, overseeing day-to-day HR operations, recruitment and onboarding, performance review support, and personnel actions. The role also manages office property inventory and accountability, supports internal control reviews and audits, and coordinates office logistics such as construction projects, relocations, and training conferences. The position is primarily based in an office environment, consistent with the office telework policy. In-state travel is necessary, and the role may require work on holidays, evenings, and weekends depending on assigned duties. This is at-will employment in the excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive civil service. Employment is conditional on completing an FBI background check and is subject to the availability of funds. More than one position may be filled from the announcement.
Requirements
- Training or experience in human resources and business management.
- Strong knowledge of judicial rules and regulations.
- Ability to research, interpret, and apply complex regulations or policy guidelines.
- Exceptional organizational, recordkeeping, and attention-to-detail skills, including the ability to manage multiple administrative processes simultaneously.
- Ability to serve as a liaison between staff, management, and outside HR offices.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- High school diploma.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds; reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
- Successful completion of an FBI background check, with employment conditional upon its completion.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a business-related or human resources field.
- Experience in federal court operations or law office operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day HR operations, including personnel records, leave reconciliation, and timesheet approval.
- Oversee the recruitment and onboarding lifecycle, including drafting position announcements, managing applicant tracking, coordinating interviews, conducting reference checks, and facilitating new employee orientation.
- Support performance review processes.
- Assist with separation and retirement matters.
- Help management navigate performance improvement plans and related personnel actions.
- Manage office property inventory and accountability in compliance with judicial policies.
- Assist with internal control reviews and audits.
- Coordinate office logistics, including construction projects, relocations, and training conferences.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- 12 paid federal holidays per year.
- Optional Federal Employees Health Benefits plans, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Federal Employees Group Life Insurance.
- Flexible Benefits Program.
- Long-Term Care Insurance.
- Health Care Reimbursement and Dependent Care Reimbursement.
- Public transportation subsidy.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Federal Employees Retirement System participation.
- Optional Thrift Savings Plan participation with up to 5% employer-matched contributions.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, subject to its terms.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
