Human Resources Spec (Perf/Awards)
U.S. Coast Guard (DOHS)
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Job summary
The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking a Human Resources Specialist (Perf/Awards) at GS-12 level in Washington, DC area with responsibilities spanning civilian awards and performance programs.
You will provide guidance to employees, supervisors and managers, assist with performance plan processes and help ensure policy compliance. Typical duties include evaluating program effectiveness, advising on changes, and delivering training on awards and performance.
Qualifications
- Specialized experience in advising on awards and performance programs.
- Experience reviewing nominations and program documentation for accuracy.
- Ability to develop, interpret, and deliver HR policies and training materials.
- Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data to improve services.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance on civilian awards and performance programs to employees, supervisors, and managers to ensure actions are completed correctly and in accordance with policy.
- Assist with performance plan establishment, mid-year and final guidelines and processes.
- Provide input on the impact of changes or other situations involving performance program.
- Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the performance program and program participation.
- Conduct training on awards or performance programs for HR staff and supervisors to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures.
- Respond to inquiries from employees, supervisors, and managers regarding awards and performance to provide timely customer service.
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Job description
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This vacancy is for a GS-0201-12, Human Resources Spec (Perf/Awards) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, CIVILIAN WORKFORCE RELATIONS BRANCH PSC-CPM-2 in Washington, DC, New Orleans, LA, or Norfolk,VA Learn more about this agency
Summary
This vacancy is for a GS-0201-12, Human Resources Spec (Perf/Awards) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, CIVILIAN WORKFORCE RELATIONS BRANCH PSC-CPM-2 in Washington, DC, New Orleans, LA, or Norfolk,VA Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help Accepting applications This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more Location 2 vacancies in the following locations: Washington, DC New Orleans, LA Norfolk, VA No matching locations found. Work site options
Telework eligible: No
Remote job: No
Relocation expenses reimbursed: No
Salary: $76,463 – $102,415 per year
Pay scale & grade: GS 12
Promotion potential: 13
Work schedule: Full-time
Travel Required: Not required
Appointment type: Permanent
Occupations and job series: 0201 Human Resources Management
Supervisory status: No
Federal service type: This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union: No
Drug test: No
Security clearance: Confidential
Position sensitivity and risk: Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type: Credentialing
Financial disclosure required: No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number: 27-13092951-HQ-AKP-ST
Control number: 890923500
This job is open to
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Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s hiring rules and pay scales.
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Current or former employees of a base management agency.
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path.
Merit Promotion, Status Candidates, Current Federal Employees, Former Federal Employees, Former Overseas Employees, CTAP, and ICTAP WHO RESIDE WITHIN THE LOCAL COMMUTING AREAS OF WASHINGTON, D.C, NEW ORLEANS, LOUSIANA,OR NORFOLK, VIRGINIA. VEOA, 30% Disabled, Schedule A, and Individuals with Disabilities WHO RESIDE WITHIN AND OUTSIDE THE LOCAL COMMUTING AREAS OF WASHINGTON, D.C, NEW ORLEANS, LOUSIANA,OR NORFOLK, VIRGINIA. https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths
Duties
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You will serve as a Human Resources Spec (Perf/Awards) and be responsible for a wide variety of issues which range from routine to highly complex. The position provides technical support to the customers, employees and management officials/supervisors.
Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:
- Provide guidance on civilian awards and performance programs to employees, supervisors, and managers to ensure actions are completed correctly and in accordance with policy.
- Assist with performance plan establishment, mid-year and final guidelines and processes.
- Provides input on the impact of changes or other situations involving performance program.
- Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the performance program and program participation.
- Conduct training on awards or performance programs for HR staff and supervisors to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures.
- Respond to inquiries from employees, supervisors, and managers regarding awards and performance matters to provide timely customer service and resolve issues.
- Provide advice and guidance on unique or controversial issues involving awards and performance.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information
Requirements
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All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume:
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position)
- Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
Key Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov
- A one-year probationary period may be required.
- To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation.
- This not a Bargaining Unit position.
- Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy.
- All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
To qualify at the GS-****12** grade level,your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.
- Providing advice and guidance on employee awards, recognition programs, or performance management processes to managers, supervisors, and employees to ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Reviewing and evaluating award nominations, personnel actions, or program documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established requirements.
- Developing, interpreting, or delivering policies, procedures, training materials, or briefings related to human resources programs or administrative functions.
- Collecting, analyzing, and reporting program data to identify trends, assess program effectiveness, and recommend improvements to support organizational objectives.
- Responding to customer inquiries, resolving program issues, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure timely and effective delivery of human resources services.
++NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.++
NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.
National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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 does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
++Due Weight++
Due weight will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3).
++E-Verify++
DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
++Fair Chance Act++
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant’s criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to Angel.K.Patterson@uscg.mil.
++Suitability Statement++
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
++Shared Certificates Statement++
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
++Special Employment Consideration++
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
If you are unable to apply online, please contact Angel.K.Patterson@uscg.mil. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation
More than 1 selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 45 days from the date the certificate was issued. Expand Hide additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select “Benefits.” Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-conected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education and training, along with any applicable assessments, will be rated. The best qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview. The necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to perform this job are:
- Accountability
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Decision Making
- Flexibility
- Influencing/Negotiating
- Integrity/Honesty
- Interpersonal Skills
- Learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Reasoning
- Self-Management
- Stress Tolerance
- Teamwork
To preview the announcement questionnaire, click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13092951
Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) : To be eligible for a VEOA appointment, the veteran must be 1) be a preference eligible; or 2) be a veteran separated after 3 or more years of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. (Note: Veteran’s preference does not apply under Merit Promotion procedures. View VEOA information on Feds Hire Vets.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) documentation. CTAP and ICTAP Eligibles: CTAP candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position. If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. Individuals must be well-qualified by attaining at least a rating of 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management’s Career Transition Resources website.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select “Benefits.” Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-conected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
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Limit your resume to no more than two pages. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.
Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education, and training. Include start and end dates (mm/yy to mm/yy) and number of hours per week worked/volunteered. For additional information on your resume, see How to Apply.
SF-50 , Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for Time in Grade and/or Eligibility):
- You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50(s) that verify your eligibility for consideration as a current or former federal applicant; and
- Your SF-50 must verify your highest competitive grade, time-in-grade, your current promotion potential or full performance level & proof of permanent appointment if applying based on an interchange agreement. DO NOT submit an award SF-50 or pay/general adjustment SF-50 as these often do not verify grade or eligibility.
- For consideration for a promotion, Box 4 of the SF-50 must show a date that is at least 52 weeks prior to the job announcement closing. Recommend submitting your last promotion SF-50 or within-grade increase SF-50.
Veterans’ preference documentation (All DD-214s MUST be a signed, legible copy showing character of service and lost time, typically Member 4 or Service copy), SF-15 & VA letter, if applicable. NOTE: The revised Oct 2013 SF-15 is the latest copy & all others are not usable. Please see Feds Hire Vets for detail.
- Veterans claiming 5 point veterans’ preference must submit DD214(s) as detailed above.
- 30% Disabled Veterans must submit their DD-214(s) as detailed above, & VA Disability Letter with percentage of disability OR documentation of disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more.
- Other 10 point Preference Eligibles must submit DD-214(s) as detailed above, & provide documentation of 10 point preference described on the back of the SF-15.
- If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD214 & is claiming eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating you will be discharged/released from active duty under honorable conditions within 120 days from the date you submit your certification as part of your application for this announcement. See the “How to Apply” section of this announcement for information on specific requirements for VOW certifications.
Schedule A documentation, if applicable. Note: Coast Guard welcomes & encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be eligible for special hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A eligibility.
Military Spouses (if applicable) – You MUST submit verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage) AND: (1) a copy of your spouse’s active military orders; OR (2) verification of your spouse’s 100% service-connected disability (VA Letter and/or DD-214); OR (3) verification of the service member’s death while on active duty (DD-1300/Death Certificate). You are not eligible if you were not married to the veteran at the time of death or have since remarried.
Interchange Agreement with Other Merit Systems Eligible: Documentation of eligibility as listed in each individual interchange agreement.
Other noncompetitive or special appointing authorities (e.g., Peace Corps, VISTA, Public Land Corp, Military Spouse, VRA, 30% Disabled Veterans, Certain Former Overseas Employees, Foreign Service, etc.) must provide substantiating documentation as required.
Political Appointees: OPM must authorize employment offers for former or current Political Appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information. Submit proof of your former or current status, such as your SF-50. Please see here.
CTAP & ICTAP applicants MUST submit documentation verifying your eligibility. This includes a copy of your agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, most recent SF-50-Notification of Personnel Action noting your current position, grade level & duty location, & documentation from your agency showing your current promotion potential. View information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility on OPM’s Career Transition Resources website.
Any other supporting documentation required for verification as described in the announcement.
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Required Documents
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Limit your resume to no more than two pages. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.
Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education, and training. Include start and end dates (mm/yy to mm/yy) and number of hours per week worked/volunteered. For additional information on your resume, see How to Apply.
SF-50 , Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for Time in Grade and/or Eligibility):
- You must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50(s) that verify your eligibility for consideration as a current or former federal applicant; and
- Your SF-50 must verify your highest competitive grade, time-in-grade, your current promotion potential or full performance level & proof of permanent appointment if applying based on an interchange agreement. DO NOT submit an award SF-50 or pay/general adjustment SF-50 as these often do not verify grade or eligibility.
- For consideration for a promotion, Box 4 of the SF-50 must show a date that is at least 52 weeks prior to the job announcement closing. Recommend submitting your last promotion SF-50 or within-grade increase SF-50.
Veterans’ preference documentation (All DD-214s MUST be a signed, legible copy showing character of service and lost time, typically Member 4 or Service copy), SF-15 & VA letter, if applicable. NOTE: The revised Oct 2013 SF-15 is the latest copy & all others are not usable. Please see Feds Hire Vets for detail.
- Veterans claiming 5 point veterans’ preference must submit DD214(s) as detailed above.
- 30% Disabled Veterans must submit their DD-214(s) as detailed above, & VA Disability Letter with percentage of disability OR documentation of disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more.
- Other 10 point Preference Eligibles must submit DD-214(s) as detailed above, & provide documentation of 10 point preference described on the back of the SF-15.
- If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD214 & is claiming eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating you will be discharged/released from active duty under honorable conditions within 120 days from the date you submit your certification as part of your application for this announcement. See the “How to Apply” section of this announcement for information on specific requirements for VOW certifications.
Schedule A documentation, if applicable. Note: Coast Guard welcomes & encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be eligible for special hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A eligibility.
Military Spouses (if applicable) – You MUST submit verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage) AND: (1) a copy of your spouse’s active military orders; OR (2) verification of your spouse’s 100% service-connected disability (VA Letter and/or DD-214); OR (3) verification of the service member’s death while on active duty (DD-1300/Death Certificate). You are not eligible if you were not married to the veteran at the time of death or have since remarried.
Interchange Agreement with Other Merit Systems Eligible: Documentation of eligibility as listed in each individual interchange agreement.
Other noncompetitive or special appointing authorities (e.g., Peace Corps, VISTA, Public Land Corp, Military Spouse, VRA, 30% Disabled Veterans, Certain Former Overseas Employees, Foreign Service, etc.) must provide substantiating documentation as required.
Political Appointees: OPM must authorize employment offers for former or current Political Appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information. Submit proof of your former or current status, such as your SF-50. Please see here.
CTAP & ICTAP applicants MUST submit documentation verifying your eligibility. This includes a copy of your agency notice, a copy of your most recent performance rating, most recent SF-50-Notification of Personnel Action noting your current position, grade level & duty location, & documentation from your agency showing your current promotion potential. View information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility on OPM’s Career Transition Resources website.
Any other supporting documentation required for verification as described in the announcement.
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