This position is located in the Department of Employment Services (DOES), Office of Human Resources. The incumbent works with a high degree of independence under the general direction of the Human Resources Manager. The incumbent is expected to perform as a senior-level expert in a Human Resources Specialist role for DOES.
The Human Resources Specialist provides: (1.) human resource management (HRM) services that strengthen individual and organizational performance, which enables the District government to attract, develop and retain a well-qualified, diverse workforce; (2.) leadership, strategic planning, and direction for the agency; and (3.) consultation to the agency's staff on human resource issues.
Duties and Responsibilities
Determines qualification requirements for all levels of jobs, including managerial, supervisory and nonsupervisory with non-specialized and specialized requirements. This determination is based on rules, regulations, and industry standards for a variety of positions. Interprets, analyzes, and applies qualification standards, position requirements, job analysis, and evaluation plans. Prepares lists of eligible job applicants in accordance with regulations and policies.
Writes consistent, coherent position vacancy announcements in collaboration with the manager, supervisor or other senior level staff. Compares position descriptions with vacancy announcement, and in qualifying candidates for positions applied. Reviews vacancy announcements for quality and accuracy to advertise jobs and qualifies applicants. In conjunction with the hiring manager, assures that position vacancies are posted in the appropriate media including newspapers, list serves, and websites.
Analyzes difficult or specialized problems, advises program managers on proposed solution
and adapts policies and guidelines to the requirement of the organization. Analyzes proposed
reorganizations and realignments. Makes recommendations on staffing patterns, functional
statements, and organizational charts. Participates in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures, notices, and directives relating to human resources, and recommends changes to regulations, policies, and procedures under review.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
Licensures and Certifications
None
Vaccination Requirement
The Government of the District of Columbia values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for this job you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to your initial HR representative, or you must request an exemption from your representative. New employees must either provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption before working with the Government of the District of Columbia.
Work Conditions/Environment
Inside environment not subject to hazardous or unpleasant elements
Promotion Potential
None
Other Significant Facts
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential.
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-201-13
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered under collective bargaining.
Duration of Appointment: Career Service
Position Designation: This position has been designated as security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.
If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.
EEOC Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.