Duties
Provide executive-level leadership to the Human Resources Department and ensure that human resource programs, policies, and practices meet the requirements of the Secretary of the Senate and of the institution of the Senate.
Serve as the business owner of Secretary of the Senate HR information systems providing oversight of system requirements, roadmaps, and implementation to meet operational needs.
Provide assistance, coordination, guidance, and recommendations to the Secretary, the Executive Office leadership team, and department directors on sensitive and confidential human resources related issues.
Plan, secure approval of, and follow through on comprehensive long-term strategies, goals, objectives, and operational needs.
Drive employee awareness of and engagement with organizational policies and human resources programs and services.
Provide executive-level management of new and ongoing projects and programs, to include the implementation, tracking, measurement, and quality controls thereof.
Monitor projects, initiatives, and day-to-day functions and responsibilities controlled by, assigned to the Human Resources Department.
Analyze, interpret, and synthesize information to inform organizational decision-making; provide recommendations for improvements, modifications, and/or enhancements to assure responsiveness to changing requirements.
Assign, oversee, and monitor the development, implementation, and modification of internal workplace policies, standards, procedures, practices, as well as training and communication programs and plans.
Appropriately addresses employee conflicts and disciplinary matters.
Ensure full organizational compliance with applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements.
Perform other official duties and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at
https://saa.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=saa.
Qualifications
Work requires a bachelor's
degree in human resources management or a related field (advanced degree
preferred) and ten years of experience in professional, executive-level human
resources management and development, as well as progressively responsible
professional human resources experience which provides the following knowledge,
abilities, and skills:
Knowledge of effective
use of employee performance plans and evaluations, coaching and mentoring
techniques, and addressing employee conflicts and disciplinary actions.
Skill in strategic
planning, project management, program implementation, coordination, and
management, and budget formulation and execution (personnel and program).
Ability to work
effectively with all levels of management and the ability to effectively
counsel and influence senior leadership.
Strong business
acumen with the ability to understand how human resources programs contribute
to meeting organizational goals.
Ability to
develop, implement, and champion new strategic initiatives through effective
change management practices.
Ability to
develop, implement, and maintain internal workplace policies, standards,
procedures, and practices.
Ability to
establish and maintain administrative, quality control, and measurement
criteria and processes.
Skill in
consultation, facilitation, and presentation.
Ability to
exercise discretion and ensure data protection and confidentiality.
Knowledge of human
capital strategies and human resources functional areas including hiring,
employee engagement, performance management, workforce planning.
Ability to analyze
data and information.
Knowledge of and
ability to apply strategic communication methods and principles.
Demonstrated
experience with human resources administration in a legislative, governmental,
or similarly complex institutional environment
Basic knowledge of
the Senate as an institution preferred, with a desire and willingness to learn
more about the legislative process, as well as the history and operation of the
Senate.
Ability to use
computer and relevant software programs for word processing, spreadsheets,
presentations, course management, and scanning.
Excellent
interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
LICENSES,
CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
None required, but
human resources certification through SHRM or another program is preferred.
Education
See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications.
Additional information
The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws.
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email resumes@sec.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.
No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.
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.
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.
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Qualified candidates may be selected for an interview.
Required Documents
- Your resume should include relevant work experience, applicable education and your contact information. For current or previous federal employees, include the pay plan, series and grade.
Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Veterans' Preference Application, 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.