Summary
The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.
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Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
Duties
This position is located in the Office of the Chief
Administrative Officer, Office of Human Resources. Serves as a Human
Resources (HR) assistant for the Time and Attendance (T&A) section
providing a wide variety of administrative human resource functions and
services related to various pay and time and attendance matters and
programs. At Full Performance Level:
The incumbent will use established USCP human resources data
standards and HRIS principles to administer and maintain a segment of the
Department's payroll information management systems including NFC and
Workbrain. Assists with providing technical guidance and direction to
technician and clerical staff in the daily operation and maintenance of ?&?
actions within the various payroll systems. Performs specialized human resources duties involving a wide
variety of ?&? problems or situations. Provides advisory services on
?&? issues. Answers questions about rules, and processes relating to
various pay and ?&? matters and programs. Preforms leave audits to resolve
problems or discrepancies in accounts. Advises managers and employees of
procedural requirements for special programs such as FMLA and events such as
use of leave without pay, etc. Maintains records for and authorizes access to
automated time keeping systems. Prepares various personnel and administrative
forms and monitors various pay actions. Reviews personnel reports and ensures
that information is accurate and takes action to resolve discrepancies.
identifies problems in personnel related areas and makes recommendations.
Oversees the entry of personnel and related payroll data into NFC and
Workbrain. Resolve system-related problems for office staff. Provide managers and employees with specific, directly
applicable information or the Department's practices, procedures, and policies
related to routine compensation issues and programs, such as basic pay,
overtime, or leave entitlement questions or problems. Provides advice to
supervisors and employees on routine, established, relatively common and
non-controversial compensation-related situations covered by existing
instructions and guidelines and accepted personnel practices, such as leave and
attendance. Review proposed actions and provides recommendations on
routine actions, such as paid time off. Advises managers and supervisors on
documentation requirements.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. citizen.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
Must complete a one-year probationary period.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. For the CP-06 level you must have one year (52 weeks) of
specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-05/GS-07.
Specialized experience is defined as experience which includes: 1) ability to
key employees' time and attendance into an automated timekeeping system; 2)
ability to adjust leave balances; and 3) ability to review documents for proper
application of time and attendance regulations. All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)
Education
There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.
Benefits
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 windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
Evaluation Factors:
Please address all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) within the narrative responses so that your experience can be evaluated properly.
We will review your resume, assessment questionnaire, and supporting documentation to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this job. If you meet the minimum requirements for this job, we will evaluate your application materials to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your qualifications, accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement.
Failure to successfully pass a full field background investigation and all segments of the pre-employment evaluation process will result in disqualification from further consideration under this vacancy announcement.
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your Resume: Resumes should include full description of job duties as well as dates (mm/yy) of employment.
2. Other supporting documents:
- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Navigate to the following URL to apply to this job: USCP Careers
1. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
3. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
4. To verify that your application is complete, log into your account and select the job posting for this position. The page will display the status of your application, the documentation received, and any correspondence the Department has sent related to this application.
5. Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application not being considered.
The complete application package must be submitted by 7:59 PM (ET) on the closing date to receive consideration.
Next steps
After a review of your application materials is made, you will be notified of your eligibility status. If you are referred to the hiring official, you will receive further notification. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
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