Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment and Placement)

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer, Department of Energy.

As a Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment and Placement), you will provide technical advice and assistance in recruitment and placement to all levels of management.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 3 out of the 4 of the following: Advising managers on various recruitment strategies, including merit principles and hiring authorities.

Formulating and presenting briefings to effectively offer training on a variety of important HR initiatives that are critical for enhancing organizational performance.

Developing recruitment approaches for specialized roles in diverse, hard-to-fill job markets; Resolving complex recruitment issues by identifying discrepancies, researching facts, and suggesting solutions.

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience.

Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

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.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must (1) meet all of the requirements as described in this section; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:

We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S.

We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans.

As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement.

Veterans shape the future of energy This recruitment offers promotion potential to the target grade of Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment & Placement), GS-0201-13.

Advancement to this level is contingent upon the selectee meeting eligibility requirements and receiving a management recommendation, without further competition.

As a Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment and Placement), you will: Offer expert advice and run recruitment and placement programs, including merit promotion, ensuring adherence to federal laws and agency policies.

Administer and oversee the full spectrum of internal and external recruitment and placement programs for all occupational levels (GS-01 through GS-15), including developing innovative methodologies for critical positions and coordinating with internal and external.

Manage recruitment and non-recruitment personnel actions, including pay-setting and pre-employment requirements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, compliance with policy, and conducting comprehensive reviews of personnel history.

Prepare and maintain meticulous documentation for all personnel actions, routinely review case files for adherence to OPM and DOE policies, and actively participate in and respond to audits from various oversight entities.