Human Resources Specialist

This position is located within the Office of Planning (OP), Office of the Director. OP has the lead responsibility for planning the long-term growth of the District of Columbia (D.C.) and provides the vision, framework and principles that guide land use change, growth, and development of an equitable and vibrant city. OP undertakes citywide and neighborhood planning and engagement; urban design and development review; historic preservation; mapping and data analysis; and serves as the official Census State Data Center. OP is the steward of the District’s Comprehensive Plan, which advances housing, economic recovery, racial equity, resilience, and coordination of public resources and civic infrastructure.

The Human Resources Specialist is the initial HR point of contact for the agency and is responsible for: providing the full range of technical, assistance, guidance, and advisory services to managerial, supervisory, and nonsupervisory staff in the management of human resource activities for the agency; and resolving human resource and administrative issues/problems which he/she must provide the stimulus of resourceful leadership. The incumbent handles and resolves human resource issues/problems arising from filling entry-level jobs to highly specialized one-of-a-kind jobs, and merit promotion actions involving high level or managerial jobs that require specialized requirements. The work involves the development and submission of HR (personnel action) requests related to position classification, recruitment, staffing, employee and labor relations, training, record management, incentive awards, proposal for adverse action, grievances and appeals, performance evaluations, tours of duty, leave and pay administration, and other human resource matters.

Duties And Responsibilities

The Human Resources Specialist interprets, analyzes, and applies qualification standards, position requirements, job analysis, and evaluation plans. Determines qualification requirements for all levels of jobs, including nonsupervisory, supervisory, and managerial with non-specialized and specialized requirements in accordance with regulations, rules, and industry standards. Prepares and/or reviews Selection Certificates which list eligible job applicants, assuring adherence and compliance with the procedural requirements of the Department of Human Resources (DCHR), and conformance with the goals and objectives of the agency. Conducts personal reference checks on applicants.

The incumbent may perform any combination or all the following duties: Prepares position vacancy announcements, in collaboration with the manager, supervisor or other senior level staff, comparing the vacancy announcements with the position descriptions. Review’s vacancy announcements for quality and accuracy to advertise jobs. In conjunction with the hiring manager, assures that position vacancies are posted in the appropriate media, including newspapers, list serves, and websites.

Qualifications And Education

One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the lower grade level. Specialized experience is experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position and has equipped the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge of HR recruitment and placement, interviewing techniques, leave requests, an understanding of the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and labor-management relations preferred.

Licensure and Certification

None

Work Conditions/Environment

The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The work involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0201-12

Salary Range: $80,784-$103,333

Duration of Appointment: Career Service – Permanent Appointment

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining agreement

Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Position Designation: This position has been deemed Security Sensitive under the guideline of the DC Personnel Manual. Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.