Duties
The United States Space Force (USSF) Headquarters Space Force Command at the Pentagon is searching for a Human Resources Plans and Operations Lead (NH-0201-04, GS 14/15 equivalent).
Description:
Shape the future of United States Space Force human capital management as the Human Resources (HR) Plans and Operations Lead, a strategic role responsible for shaping the future of HR within a newly formed military service. This position serves as the principal advisor to the Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Human Capital on all matters related to civilian personnel strategy, planning, and operations, driving the development and implementation of comprehensive human resources policies and strategies aligned with the USSF mission. Key responsibilities include planning and leading transformational initiatives, developing and integrating products that span multiple HR functional areas, and facilitating the coordination of task assignments. The HR Specialist will oversee the coordination of civilian personnel programs, develop innovative HR solutions, and represent the Space Force with external organizations. The HR Specialist will also lead organizational transformation efforts, ensuring the successful implementation of new strategies and processes. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of a world-class organization and shape the future of space operations.
The ideal candidate will have extensive Federal HR experience with progressive responsibility, demonstrating a proven ability to translate business objectives into effective people strategies. A key element of this role is the ability to build strong coalitions and foster collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization. We are looking for a candidate who can effectively influence stakeholders, gain buy-in for new initiatives, and navigate complex organizational dynamics with ease. Exceptional organizational skills and project management capabilities are essential for success. Experience with Alternative Personnel Systems is strongly preferred.
Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Expert knowledge of a wide range of Human Capital laws, executive orders, regulations, policies, directives, instructions, and concepts governing functions such as recruitment and placement, classification, training and development, employee/labor relations, benefits and entitlements, talent management, succession planning, acquisitions, non-appropriated fund (NAF), or other programs related to personnel management within the federal government.
2. Mastery of advanced personnel principles, concepts, practices, analytical methods, a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, and relationships of various disciplines as well as seasoned consultative skill sufficient to resolve complex problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods.
3. Knowledge of organizational structures and functions across the agency to identify, consider, and present options for the resolution of substantive organizational and program issues involving areas such as resources management, employment planning, and other special programs to bring program policies and operations in line with higher level vision, goals, and objectives.
4. Skill in conducting reviews and analyzing and assessing program operations to include identifying deficiencies; measuring compliance, consistency, and effectiveness; and making recommendations for enhancements and improvements.
5. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships.
6. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the function and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of the organization and effectively apply agency safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.