Duties

As a Human Resources Specialist (Employee/Labor Relations), GS-0201-12 and GS-0201-13, you will perform the following major duties:

• Provides advice, consultative services and case management services to supervisors and managers on individual employee relations cases related to the following: performance management, disciplinary and/or adverse actions related to misconduct or performance-based adverse actions; medical issues, leave administration, work schedules, dispute resolution, employee assistance and counseling programs.
• Provides advice, consulting services and technical assistance to supervisors and managers on a variety of labor relations issues related to the following: providing interpretive guidance on complying with the terms of the collective bargaining agreement and requirements of the Federal Service Labor Management Relations Statute, conducting term and mid-term bargaining negotiations, processing union information requests and unfair labor practice charges.
• Provides expert technical advice to supervisors on issues related to the administration of an agency performance management program.
• Explores probable causes, contributing factors and possible causes of actions to recommend constructive methods and best practices for dealing with systemic problems arising from indifference, personality conflicts and poor work habits or behavior.
• Develops or recommends implementing policies/guidance that support effective and efficient ER/LR program operations for use throughout the agency.
• Serves as a presenter in executive briefings, staff assistance visits, workshops. Communicates regularly to management supervisors and employees.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents (see "How to Apply" section.)
• Suitability for Federal employment
• Financial Interest in transportation enterprises will be evaluated on a case-by-case-basis.
• Bargaining Unit Position: NO
• Direct Deposit is required.
• Probationary period may be required.
• Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level) by the closing date of this announcement. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
• You may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450, upon entering the position and annually.
• THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REMOTE TELEWORK. Part time Telework may be authorized on a case-by-case basis.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
FOR THE GS-0201-12 : You MUST have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector). Specialized experience is defined as:applying employee and labor relations laws, regulations policies, methods, and practices in addressing performance, conduct, adverse and disciplinary actions; managing cases from inception to completion adhering the technical timeline requirements; providing advice and assistance to employees and managers in matters related to conduct, performance, attendance and work schedules and dispute resolution; conducting research of law, regulation and case law and interpret employee/labor relations issues; explaining employee relations procedures to employees and supervisors to assist them in understanding their rights and responsibilities; assisting supervisors with performance standards and addressing overall performance ratings; participating in the development of employee and labor relations procedures and standard operating procedures; developing position papers and correspondence to address complex human resources issues, and various advisories to provide updated program information. Conducting or participating in mid-term bargaining on working conditions; responding to information requests from union representatives.

FOR THE GS-0201-13 : You MUST have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector). Specialized experience is defined as: serving as a senior consultant in employee and labor relations providing expert and authoritative advice on the interpretation of law, regulation and agency ER/LR policy; finalizing documents for supervisors and management officials related to discipline, adverse actions, performance-based actions, grievances, appeals and/or other third party actions; contract administration and interpretation, developing and implementing policy and procedures, making recommendations of solutions to complex problems, conducting investigations, examining documentation and writing reports; representing the agency to external groups and agencies, applying collaborative approaches to labor relations, labor-management partnership, alternative dispute resolution; provide staff advisory services concerning management rights as defined in statute; conducting executive briefings and training on employee and/or labor relations topics/issues; maintaining effective relationships and building a cohesive labor/management atmosphere that represents the best interests of the agency.

For more information see link: Human Resources Management Series 0201 (opm.gov)

NOTE: IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your resume must clearly show the specialized experience and competencies related to the position described in this announcement. Failure to demonstrate how you possess the education, specialized experience and/or competencies identified for this position will result in an "Ineligible" rating.

Education

There is no education substitution at this grade level.

Additional information

• The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and various benefits as well as work life amenities such as alternate work schedules, telework, flextime, fitness and transit benefits.
• Moving expenses associated with permanent change of station (PCS) ARE NOT authorized for this position.
• NTSB may authorize Recruitment Incentives currently offered by the Federal Government for highly qualified candidates who possess unique skills and abilities.
• If you left Federal Employment and received a buy out and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the payment.
• 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. For more information on VEOA please visit https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/special-hiring-authorities/#veoa
• Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements identified below please visit https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/special-hiring-authorities/
  • - Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A
  • - Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
  • - Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
  • - Other Special Appointment Authorities
• Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) meet the basic qualification standards (including minimum educational and experience requirements; (3) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 90 and above on the rating criteria for this position; and, (4) submit the appropriate documentation ( to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp
• Note: ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's web site at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/
• Telework may be authorized on a case-by-case basis.
• Multiple and subsequent vacancies may be filled from this announcement.
• NTSB uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify .