Senior Human Resources Specialist (BENEFITS) Job in Rockville, MD

Vacancy No. HR/HROP-2025-0002 Department Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Salary $142,488.00 to $185,234.00 Grade 14 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/17/2025 Close Date 1/24/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Rockville, MD


Summary

This position is located in Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer, Workforce Management and Benefits Branch. The supervisor is Karen Cobbs. This position is Non Bargaining Unit. This position is not subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure or security ownership restriction reporting requirements.

Duties

As a Human Resources Specialist (Benefits), GG-0201-14, you will be responsible for:

  • Providing advice, assistance and services to managers, supervisors, employees, and applicants on all phases of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC) human resources benefits program.
  • Overseeing the processing of a full range of benefits services such as Federal Retirement, life insurance, health benefits, and Thrift Saving Plan programs which requires a wide range of knowledge, and skill in applying, basic laws, regulations, policies, and precedents sufficient to counsel management and staff and beneficiaries on program coverage and explain the relationship of programs to resolve problems in the administration of the program.
  • Partnering with management and supervisory officials at all levels within the agency to plan, promote and implement the agency's benefit program and to facilitate a better understanding and appreciation of effective human resources benefit policies and procedures among agency managers and staff.
  • Interpreting existing laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for use in decision making by managers, supervisors and ensures that counseling regarding all aspects of the implementation of employee services policies and procedures is available for all employees.
  • Developing policy and managing the implementation, interpretation, and evaluation of agency-wide programs on benefit.
  • Participating in meetings and conferences with management and supervisory officials to plan promote and implement the benefits and employee services program as a part of the total human resources management program within the agency.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • This is a Drug Testing position.
  • Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.

You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.  

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • An in-depth knowledge of the principles, concepts, laws and regulations pertaining to Federal employee benefit programs. 
  • Skill in analyzing and interpreting law, rule and regulation related to complex federal benefit programs and the ability to lead efforts in addressing and resolving issues in the administration of such programs.
  • Ability to communicate complex and technical issues related to employee benefits verbally and in writing to all levels within the Agency.
  • Ability to plan and administer a full range of employee benefit services to NRC employees at all grade levels.
  • Ability to utilize information technology, automated personnel systems, and software applications.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: 1)Experience researching, interpreting, and applying HR laws, regulations, Executive Orders, policies, practices, and techniques pertaining to the Benefits Program. 2)Experience presenting options to employees regarding military benefits, veterans’ preference, and prior Government service; and representing the agency on matters in both the public and private sector on benefits programs, including making presentations in a clear, concise, and logical manner at retirement and benefits seminars. 3)Experience advising employees on all specific benefits issues and management on benefit program developments that may impact agency cost, employee well-being, and NRC work force to include Paid Parental Leave Program, and Voluntary Leave Transfer Program.

A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate should be addressed in your resume.

Additional information

The duty location of this position is Rockville, Maryland. In general, employees are expected to be in the office at a minimum of 4 days per pay period**.  Telework schedules, including full-time telework, are approved, on a case-by-case basis. If selected, telework will be determined in accordance with Agency policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement, if applicable.

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.

As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including: comprehensive health and life insurance plans; Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care; Dental and Vision Insurance; retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan); annual (vacation) and paid sick leave; family friendly leave policies; 11 paid holidays per year; transit benefits. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees. https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_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.

When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements.  You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements.  If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position.  Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.


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Required Documents

List of supplemental material that may be applicable:

If you are a NRC employee you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility.  

Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)  You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.

If you are applying for a position that requires a college degree, you must submit your College Transcripts.

All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement.  You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:

1.  Use the "USAJoBs" feature to download documents from your USAJOBs portfolio; or
2.  use the "Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer.  The following types of documents can be uploaded:  .gif, .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, and .doc; or
3. use the "Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to 1-571-258-4052.

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

We strongly encourage you to read the entire announcement before you submit your application for this position.

Your application for this vacancy must be received online via the USAJOBS application system BEFORE 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online application, you will not be considered for this position.

The NRC requires that applicants submit resumes built using the USAJOBS Resume Builder tool. The Resume Builder tool is activated upon selecting "Build New Resume" under the "Resumes" section of your USAJOBS account.

Resumes uploaded to your USAJOBS jobseeker account that have not been built using the USAJOBS Resume Builder tool WILL NOT be accepted and you WILL NOT be allowed to further advance through the NRC application process.

To ensure you are using the correct resume type when applying to our vacancies, please make sure that the resume you are using during the application process is listed with a format type of "USAJOBS Resume" and a source type of "Built with USAJOBS Resume Builder. Verifying this information on your USAJOBS resume before applying will ensure the successful submission of your application to the NRC job vacancy.

Paper applications will not be accepted unless hardship circumstances can be demonstrated. Requests for extensions WILL NOT be granted. If applying online poses a hardship for you, the Human Resources Specialist listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted online by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Human Resources Specialist during business hours BEFORE the closing date of the announcement and speak to someone who can provide assistance for your online submission.

You must answer any job specific vacancy questions. You will be rated based on your responses to any vacancy questions and especially the information provided in your resume. Breadth, recency, and length of experience in the field; training, awards, and commendations; past and current performance; and community or outside professional activities will be considered to determine your level of knowledge, skill or ability for this position. Abbreviated responses to the vacancy questions, such as “significant experience” or “see resume” do not provide enough information and should not be used. You will not be considered for this position if you leave any of the vacancy questions unanswered.

To begin the application process, select the "Apply On-line" button to the right on this screen. Then follow the prompts to login/register, submit all required supplemental documents, and complete the application process.

Agency contact information

Darrel Stroman
Phone
301-415-1604
Fax
000-000-0000
Email
Darrel.Stroman@nrc.gov
Website
https://www.nrc.gov
Address
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
US Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Office of Human Resources
Attn: Darrel Stroman
Washington, District of Columbia 20555
United States
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