Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems)

Immigration and Customs Enforcement•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems) works at the full performance level in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of Human Capital. Positions are located in Irving, Texas, or Washington, District of Columbia, and are non-bargaining-unit positions. The role advises senior leadership on human resources information technology (HRIT), interprets HR data, improves systems and processes, and coordinates technical projects using Agile methodologies. This is a full-time, time-limited appointment of more than one year and not to exceed three years, subject to management approval based on workload requirements and available funding. It is not permanent and does not allow conversion to the permanent competitive service. A one-year probationary period may be required. The position is at the GS-14 grade level and requires one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent. The job has no education qualification requirement.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Successfully pass a background investigation and drug screening.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must certify registration with Selective Service.
Meet the GS-14 qualification requirement: one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent.
Specialized experience includes serving as a senior analyst for a Human Capital Data and Systems unit collecting, maintaining, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating HR data.
Specialized experience includes collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to refine project requirements, clarify timelines, identify risks, and deliver functional solutions.
Specialized experience includes using advanced data-analysis or business-intelligence tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or comparable tools to develop reports, dashboards, visualizations, or forecasting models.
Specialized experience includes helping turn raw information into decision-ready intelligence through dashboards, statistical reports, and infographics supporting decisions on recruitment, retention, and workforce strategy.
Specialized experience includes advising management on HRIT workforce data, data integrity, automation, system improvements, or business-process improvements.
Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required.
Limit the resume to no more than two pages.

Responsibilities

Identify weaknesses in business processes and lead initiatives to eliminate redundant work and improve agency-wide productivity.
Advise senior leadership on HRIT issues and provide authoritative recommendations on HR data interpretation and system improvements.
Conduct functional and user acceptance testing throughout the system life cycle to ensure technical requirements meet operational needs.
Lead or coordinate project teams using Agile software development methodologies to manage tasks, schedules, risks, resource requirements, data-collection strategies, and deliverables.
Translate business needs into functional requirements and coordinate with subject matter experts, program managers, IT staff, and other stakeholders on data flows, system operability, testing, and implementation.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term care insurance
Retirement plan
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k))
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Personal leave days
Paid federal holidays
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Tuition reimbursement
Transportation subsidies
Uniform allowance
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Employee training and developmental opportunities
A student loan repayment incentive may be available, with a required service agreement