Human Resources Specialist (Compensation/Recruitment and Placement)

This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the Civilian Personnel Policy (CPP) staff of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness in the development of DoD-wide policies, regulations, implementing instructions, and other staff-level guidance for implementation by the DoD Components/agencies. This job will close when we have received 100 applications, which may be sooner than the closing date.

You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service: Mastery of staffing principles and practices to provide expert advisory services and policy interpretation on highly complex, Department-wide HR issues. Broad knowledge of the staffing functional area to advise management on qualifications, hiring authorities, and employment incentives. Skill in analyzing and interpreting complex statutory and regulatory issuances to determine their impact on DoW staffing policies and operating practices. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.