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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Clarification from the agency
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 (OHR). Serves
as a Lead Human Resources Specialist (Employee and Labor Relations) for the Workforce Relations Division providing employee and labor relations advisory and consultant services to managers and employees of USCP. The incumbent will provide support to HR and USCP leadership regarding employee relations issues involving grievances related to pay and leave issues, entitlements, performance management, telework etc. that have USCP wide implications. Advises, provides counsel, and assistance to managers or staff of serviced organizations in solving problems or in expediting corrective actions. Keeps abreast of the status of actions to advise managers on problems, solutions, and possible operational improvements to increase effectiveness of the employee relations program. Reviews trends in ER and anticipates area of potential controversy to implement mitigating actions. Assesses the impact of proposed programs and changes in Federal and USCP policies. Keeps leadership apprised of such potential impacts. Builds strategic partnerships and collaborative relationships across all facets of the USCP to assist supervisors and managers in incorporating performance evaluation systems into all aspects of their management and supervisory work. Uses study findings to develop recommendations on improving performance management at the USCP level. Creates project plans to implement recommendations and guides managers and supervisors in implementation. Serves as liaison to outside entities, such as third-party investigators and employee representatives for all matters pertaining to ER. Apprises OHR and USCP leadership as appropriate of complaints and issues that may impact operations, procedures, and budgets. Supports the development and implementation of the USCP labor relations program including policy guidance and advice to senior leadership, program managers, other management officials and supervisors. Applies complex HR case law, principles, practices, and regulations to perform detailed analyses and draw conclusions legal issues, problems, and situations with broad implications affecting the USCP or even USCP's interests. Advises management on the overarching administration of collective bargaining agreement(s). Plans, guides, and manages the full life cycle for negotiated agreements.
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-12 level you must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-11/GS-13 level that is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is defined as experience demonstrated mastery of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness; demonstrated knowledge of administrative laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to the administration of one or more employee and labor relations programs; and experience setting team priorities and directing and overseeing the workload of subordinates. 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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