Federal Human Resources Specialist

ASRC Federal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k)

Education assistance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

ASRC Federal Facilities Logistics is seeking a Federal Human Resources Specialist to support a federal customer by managing the full talent acquisition lifecycle. The role requires strong knowledge of federal staffing regulations, OPM authorities, and merit-based processes, with duties including posting announcements, evaluating candidates, and advising managers on authorities.

Location is Washington DC with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum: high school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of HR experience OR
• Bachelor's degree with 1+ year of HR experience and related credentials.
• Experience using USA Staffing, USAJOBS, and OPM assessment tools.
• Strong knowledge of DE procedures and Schedule B Hiring Authority.
• Experience conducting job analyses and applicant eligibility determinations.
• Ability to advise managers on federal staffing regulations and authorities.
• Federal government HR experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and post federal job announcements via DEU and MP procedures using USA Staffing and USAJOBS.
• Conduct job analyses, applicant assessments, and adjudicate eligibility and qualifications.
• Apply Veterans' Preference and ensure compliance with OPM regulations and merit system principles.
• Advise hiring managers on federal hiring flexibilities and authorities (DHA, VRA, Schedule A/B).
• Generate hiring certificates, process personnel actions, and monitor recruitment timelines.
• Utilize DEU experience to recruit for specialized law enforcement positions.
• Partner with hiring managers and stakeholders throughout the federal hiring process.

Skills

Delegated Examining (DE)

DEU experience

OPM hiring authorities

Merit-based recruitment

Veterans' Preference

Job analyses

Eligibility adjudication

Federal staffing regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Public Administration

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

USA Staffing

USAJOBS

OPM assessment tools

Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™

ASRC Federal Facilities Logistics is seeking a Federal Human Resources Specialist to support a federal customer by managing the full talent acquisition lifecycle. This role is ideal for an HR professional with strong knowledge of federal staffing regulations, OPM hiring authorities, and merit-based recruitment processes.

Work Location: Washington DC

Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance in a timely manner. Active security clearance preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and post federal job announcements using Delegated Examining Unit (DEU) and Merit Promotion (MP) procedures through USA Staffing and USAJOBS.
• Conduct job analyses, applicant assessments, and adjudicate candidate eligibility and qualifications.
• Apply Veterans' Preference and ensure compliance with OPM regulations and merit system principles.
• Advise hiring managers on federal hiring flexibilities and special hiring authorities, including Direct Hire Authority (DHA), Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA), Schedule A, and Schedule B.
• Generate hiring certificates, process personnel actions, and monitor recruitment timelines.
• Utilize extensive Delegated Examining (DEU) experience to recruit for specialized law enforcement positions.
• Partner with hiring managers and stakeholders throughout the federal hiring process.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5+ years of related HR experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field with 1+ year of related experience.
• Experience using USA Staffing, USAJOBS, and OPM assessment tools.
• Strong knowledge of Delegated Examining (DE) procedures and Schedule B Hiring Authority.
• Experience conducting job analyses, qualification reviews, and applicant eligibility determinations.
• Ability to advise hiring managers on federal staffing regulations, workforce flexibilities, and special hiring authorities.
• Federal government HR experience is required.

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active security clearance preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within the required timeframe.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.