Human Resources Specialist (Labor Relations Officer)- Direct Hire Authority
About The Position
The Human Resources Specialist serves as the Labor Relations Officer for the Civilian Personnel Office, providing guidance and assistance to management on labor relations matters such as grievances, appeals, collective bargaining, negotiation, and contract administration. The position also provides Employee Management Relations assistance and advisory services as needed. The role serves as a senior specialist in resolving difficult labor relations issues for organizations with varied missions, administers approved collective bargaining agreements, interprets contract provisions, and serves as the focal point for labor agreement negotiations. The position requires preparing written correspondence and other documentation.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Males must be registered for Selective Service.
- At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower broadband NH-02 or GS-11 level, including planning, developing, and carrying out the full range of labor relations matters and management advisory services for an assigned organization. This experience may be completed within 120 days of the announcement closing date.
- Knowledge of labor and employee relations concepts, case law, principles, practices, and regulatory requirements sufficient to analyze complex issues and advise senior managers.
- Knowledge and understanding of complex Federal HR management functions, theories, techniques, and the relationships among HR disciplines.
- Knowledge of legal research, information-gathering, and analytical techniques to locate and assess relevant legal decisions and opinions.
- Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques for highly charged or contested matters.
- Skill in gathering facts and applying analytical and evaluative methods to assess information and make sound decisions.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing, formulate and present arguments and advisory opinions, and prepare case documents.
- Must maintain current certifications.
- Must handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Must meet any applicable security clearance requirement.
- Must use direct deposit as a federal employee.
- Depending on position type, must serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period.
Responsibilities
- Provide labor relations assistance to managers and supervisors across serviced organizations.
- Resolve difficult labor relations issues in support of organizations with varied missions.
- Administer formally approved collective bargaining agreements.
- Analyze and interpret contract provisions, including their impact on developing policies, procedures, and existing case law.
- Serve as the focal point for negotiations of labor agreements for serviced organizations.
- Prepare written correspondence and other documentation.
- Provide Employee Management Relations assistance and advisory services as needed.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
