As a Supervisory HR Specialist (Employee Relations) at the GS-0201-14, you will be part of Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer, Office of Personnel Management. If selected, you will be responsible for developing, evaluating, implementing, and administering policies and programs covered by internal OPM systems for the complete spectrum of OPM employee relations programs.
For the GS 14: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service that includes all of the following: Providing advanced employee relations (ER) advisory services, including guiding executives, managers, and supervisors on complex performance, conduct, and workplace issues; Providing guidance to staff by setting priorities, monitoring casework, evaluating performance, and supporting employee development; Resolving sensitive ER matters through strategic analysis, case management, and effective conflict resolution; and Developing and delivering ER training on policies, performance management, disciplinary and adverse actions, and agency procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and labor agreements. Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS14 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.
This position is responsible for managing a group of employees who deliver consistent, comprehensive, agency-wide employee relations programs and services.
Advises managers on significantly complex and/or precedent-setting employee relations matters.
Provides expert analysis and interpretation of federal regulations, OPM internal policy, and guidelines for employees, human resources specialists, supervisors, and managers.
Conducts in-depth and highly complex administrative investigations.
Reviews and analyzes proposed regulations and policies related to employee relations to ensure legal obligations are met, potential precedent-setting issues are identified, and actions are coordinated with other impacted programs and organizations.
Assigns work to subordinates based on established priorities, the complexity of assignments, and operational requirements.
Provides training on employee relations policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and consistency.