Summary This position is located in the Human Resources Division-Arlington, VA. The selectee of this position serves as a Lead Human Resources Specialist (Compensation and Employee Benefits). You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day Processing team's operation and performance. Responsibilities As a Lead Human Resources Specialist (Compensation and Employee Benefits) at the GS-0201-13 grade level, some of your typical work assignments may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees the process, workflows, and execution of all personnel actions, benefits form, and payroll documents that interface with the National Finance Center (NFC) which involves utilization of NFCs systems (EmpowHR, Epic, SPPS, etc.). Provide technical training to team members for the accomplishment of individual and team tasks. Provide advice on work methods, practices, and procedures, and assist the team and/or individual members in identifying the parameters of a viable solution. Resolve simple, informal complaints of employees and refer others, such as formal grievances and appeals, to the Supervisor or an appropriate management official. Ensure that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision, and values are communicated to the team. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. https://www.justice.gov/jmd/page/file/1394116/dl?inline Requirements Conditions of Employment Must pass a pre-employment security investigation and drug screening. May be required to successfully complete a trial/probationary period. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Verify Registration here. Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level). Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust background investigation eligibility determination. Qualifications GS-13 TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 grade level. (Must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted). You may qualify at the GS-0201-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualifications: Specialized Experience: One year of full-time specialized work experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing duties such as: 1) Experience leading a team by managing the timeliness of personnel actions and balancing the workload of a team; 2) Experience applying a wide-range of Compensation and Benefits concepts, practices, laws, regulations, and policies; 3.) Interpreting and applying pay rules and regulations to identify and resolve pay-setting errors or discrepancies; and 4.) Reviewing payroll actions for accuracy. AND Possession of the following competencies: Computer Skills - Knowledge of computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of hiring, classification, benefits, labor relations, negotiation, and federal, state, and local employment regulations. Writing - Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience. Oral Communication - Ability to express information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Leadership - Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations. Note: Subject matter experts will evaluate the first five pages of work experience in your resume based on these competencies. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE CANNOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. 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. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the agency with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and have a final assessment score of 85 or better. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. For additional information about CTAP eligibility click here. Multiple selections may be made from this announcement. Applications will not be accepted if submitted using Government franked envelopes. Please note: Applicants residing within the Local Commuting Area of Arlington, VA will be expected to report to the office in accordance with applicable agency telework policy; pending management's approval. Recruitment incentive may be authorized. Relocation incentive may be authorized.