Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. The APPLY button is deactivated. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. This notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a selection. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Open to USAID and USAID OIG employees only.

Duties

As a Human Resource Specialist (Employee Relations) at a minimum you will ensure the effective administration of the employee relations program; including, ensuring the program meets requirements outlined in law and agency regulations, identifies problems or deficiencies, and develops and implements workable solutions. Ensures disciplinary actions are properly supported so that charges and penalties are defendable before a third party, such as the MSPB or EEOC. Research, analyze, and evaluate misconduct cases and issues, to determine the appropriate administrative or disciplinary action based on reports of investigations or other referrals. Advises the proposing official on recommended approach to reported misconduct.

Reviews grievances in accordance with the administrative grievance policy and determines whether or not the grievance meets the requirements under the policy. Communicates their determination to the grievant and provides guidance to OIG officials and other stakeholders on administering the grievance policy. Identifies formal and informal grievance officials and negotiates settlements. Conducts fact finding as necessary. Drafts decision letters and /or settlement agreements on behalf of grievance officials as needed.

Manages the performance management program for General Schedule and Administratively Determined employees. Provides input to policies and procedures to effectively manage performance management.

Develops and delivers training for a wide range of audiences, including new employees, management and supervisors, and other groups regarding employees' and management's responsibilities as they pertain to the employee relations programs and its procedures.

Creates and conducts training, workshops, and other education using a variety of forums and media.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

U.S. Citizenship is required.
Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/
Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

Qualifications

GS-12 level: Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

Experience that demonstrates authoritative knowledge of theories, principles, practices and techniques and case law governing employee relations, as well as a comprehensive knowledge of rules, regulations and governing the program for the Civil Service.

Experience providing advisory services to supervisors, staff and colleagues on employee relations issues.

Skilled in participating in executive briefings and training to educate on employee relations topics/ issues.

Experience drafting documents for supervisors and management official related to discipline, adverse actions, performance-based actions, grievances, appeals and other third-party actions.

There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-12 position.

GS-13 level: Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

Experience that demonstrates expert and authoritative knowledge of theories, principles, practices and techniques and case law governing employee relations, as well as a comprehensive knowledge of rules, regulations and governing the program for the Civil Service.

Experience providing expert advisory services to supervisors, staff and colleagues on employee relations issues.

Skilled in presenting in executive briefings and training to educate on employee relations topics/ issues.

Experience finalizing documents for supervisors and management official related to discipline, adverse actions, performance-based actions, grievances, appeals and other third-party actions.

There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position.

Education

Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.

Additional information

For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) 663-3474 or OAA@state.gov.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.
Relocation or other incentives may be offered if found to be in the best interest of the government.

Benefits

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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.

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

As vacancies occur and selection(s) are made, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in the flyer.

Your resume will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and to the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), and other characteristics that are relevant to the duties of this position as defined below:

Knowledge of theories, principles, practices and techniques and case law governing employee relations.
Skill in providing advisory services to supervisors and management officials related to discipline, adverse actions, performance-based actions, grievances, appeals and/or other third-party actions.
Skill in providing feedback on performance deficiencies, and development of final performance ratings.
Ability to develop and implement employee relations (ER) policies and procedural documents.
Skill in conducting administrative investigations regarding workplace conflict/issues, evaluating evidence/documentation and writing reports.
Ability to represent the agency to external groups/agencies on ER policies and initiatives
Ability to present at and/or lead executive briefings and trainings to educate and inform on ER topics/issues.

Your resume serves as the basis for qualifications determinations and must highlight your relevant and significant work experience as it relates to this job opportunity.

Veteran's preference does not apply. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. Our evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.

If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted using the contact information listed on your resume.

You may preview questions for this vacancy.

Required Documents

All required documents listed below, that are applicable to you, must be submitted to OIGHiring@stateoig.gov by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.

1. Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education and training. Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008); and full-time or part-time status (include hours worked/volunteered per week). Your resume serves as the basis for qualifications determinations and must highlight your relevant and significant work experience as it relates to this job opportunity.

2. Most recent Performance Appraisal.

3. Most recent SF-50s (Notification of Personnel Actions). The SF-50s must show: effective date, position title, series, grade, salary, tenure, position occupied, full promotion potential, and name of agency. Multiple SF-50s may be needed to show all required information (e.g., promotion, within-grade increase, and separation SF-50s). Award SF-50s often do not show the required information.

NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this public flyer notice.

Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.

This is a non-competitive opportunity (e.g. Lateral transfer). No promotion potential exists beyond the highest grade you have held permanently within the Federal service.

4. Veteran Documentation, if applicable.

Please redact Personal Identifiable Information (PII) from all documents (i.e., SSN, DOB).

How to Apply

The APPLY button is deactivated on this Flyer, application packages are being accepted directly by OIG.

At this time, we welcome USAID and USAID OIG employees that may be interested in OIG employment to submit for potential consideration the following information:

Current Resume with up-to-date contact information, Cover letter (optional), most recent SF-50 and most recent Performance Appraisal should be sent directly to OIGHiring@stateoig.gov. Please redact Personal Identifiable Information (PII) from all documents (i.e., SSN, DOB).
Email subject line MUST include: Announcement Number: OIG-2025-0054
You should include in your email the title/series AND the lowest grade of a position you are willing to accept. (e.g., Program Analyst, GS-0343-15).
Resumes that are not sent to the email address above will not be considered.
In addition, resumes should NOT be sent as a link to another website, they must be a PDF or Word attachment. We will not download an external link to access the resume, it must be an attachment.

Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g., June 2007 to April 2008); and full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answerers/documents submitted by an applicant.

Please note: Information submitted will be shared amongst hiring officials; at which time a candidate may or may not be contacted. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. No referral notifications or status updates will be provided for submissions. If a hiring official determines you have the needed skillset for the vacancy, a member of the OIG team will contact you.

Facsimile applicants will not be considered.

There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants

Agency contact information

OIG Hiring

Phone: 000-000-0000
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: OIGHiring@stateoig.gov
Address: U.S. Department of State
1700 N Moore St
SA-39, rm 840
Attn: OIG
Rosslyn, Virginia 22209
United States

Next steps

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested USAID and USAID OIG applicants of anticipated vacancies. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. This notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a selection.