Summary This is a TEMPORARY, INTERMITTENT position in the Office of Employee Relations, Bureau of Global Talent Management (GTM/ER). The incumbent serves as a Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations) responsible for advising on conduct, suitability, and discipline issues, drafting of policies, administering employee programs, and ensuring consistency in policies, practices, and procedures, while recognizing the inherent differences between the Civil Service and Foreign Service systems. Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 01/13/2025 to 01/17/2025 * Salary $142,488 - $185,234 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 14 * Help Location * Washington, DC FEW vacancies * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Occasional travel - Some travel may be required. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Temporary - Temporary Appointment not-to-exceed 1 year. May be extended without further announcement. * Work schedule Intermittent - Intermittent Work Schedule (no regular work schedule); limited to a maximum of 1040 hours during the appointment period. * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 14 * Job family (Series) * 0201 Human Resources Management * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Top Secret * Drug test Yes * Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk * Trust determination process * Credentialing * Suitability/Fitness * National security * Announcement number HRSC/ICTAP-2025-0023 * Control number 827643200 Help This job is open to * Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee. Help Duties * Advises the Under Secretary for Management, the Director General, the Principal and Deputy Assistant Secretaries for Human Resources, and the Director of Employee Relations on standards of conduct, suitability, and discipline. * Provides authoritative guidance to post and bureau management officials and supervisors on handling full range of misconduct issues for Civil Service and Foreign Service employees, and on Civil Service performance-related matters. * Provides expert advice/guidance to Chiefs of Mission, Deputy Chiefs of Mission, and other senior post management officials on procedures and regulations governing potential voluntary or loss of confidence curtailments from post of an employee. * Researches, analyzes, and evaluates misconduct cases and issues, including complex cases and/or those lacking precedent, to determine the appropriate disciplinary action based on reports of investigations or other referrals. * Responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of policies and programs that affect employees in the Civil Service and the Foreign Service, insuring consistency while recognizing the inherent differences between the systems. Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * U.S. Citizenship is required. * Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. * Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/ Qualifications Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement. NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement. Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F. Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: * Experience utilizing theories, principles, practices and techniques and case law governing employee relations. * Experience reviewing and clearing on matters of discipline involving both Civil Service and Foreign Service employees. * Experience advising on technical employee relations matters to human resources professionals both domestically and overseas. * Experience representing senior officials in cases of extreme sensitivity involving other government agencies and/or law enforcement authorities. There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-14 position. Education Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement. Additional information * For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) 663-3474 or OAA@state.gov. * If eligible, telework and/or remote work agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval. Please note that any approved remote work arrangement is subject to the locality pay area of the alternative telework worksite. * Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to other similar positions in other Bureaus/Offices in the Department for up to 240 days. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions. Read more * Benefits Help 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. In accordance with 5 CFR § 890.102 (3), employees serving in a temporary appointment not to exceed one (1) year with an intermittent work schedule (no regular work schedule), limited to a maximum of 1040 hours in an appointment period are not eligible for benefits. Review our 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. Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume will be conducted and compared against your responses to the assessment questions to determine if you are qualified for this job. Note: Responses to questions that are not fully supported by the information in your resume may result in adjustments to your rating. Applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements, as described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement, will be assigned a score between 70 and 100. The assessment is used to measure the degree in which your background matches the competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities) required for this position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: * Ability to analyze documents and advise supervisors and employees on a wide variety of employee relations cases. * Knowledge of employee relations principles, practices, laws, rules and regulations pertaining to conduct and discipline. * Ability to research, analyze and assist management on conduct and disciplinary decisions. * Ability to design and implement HR initiatives in employee relations. * Ability to communicate in writing. Agency Career and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP and ICTAP) candidates must be rated "Well Qualified" for the position and earn a score of at least 85 (when applicants are rated in a range of 70 to 100) to receive consideration for selection priority. Applicants found to be among the top qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring official for further consideration and possible interview. You may preview questions for this vacancy. * Benefits Help 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. In accordance with 5 CFR § 890.102 (3), employees serving in a temporary appointment not to exceed one (1) year with an intermittent work schedule (no regular work schedule), limited to a maximum of 1040 hours in an appointment period are not eligible for benefits. Review our 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. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. All required documents listed below, that are applicable to you, must be submitted to our automated system by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. 1. Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must support your answers to the completed online assessment questions. 2. Performance appraisal, if applicable. ICTAP/CTAP and current/former Land Management employees must submit their most recent (i.e., usually within the last 18 months) final (not a mid-year review) official (i.e., signed by the rating official and in original format) annual performance appraisal. 3. Most recent SF-50s (Notification of Personnel Actions), if applicable. ICTAP/CTAP, current/former Land Management employees, and current Federal employees applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) must submit SF-50s that show: effective date, position title, series, grade, salary, tenure, position occupied, full promotion potential, and name of agency. Multiple SF-50s may be needed to show all required information (e.g., promotion, within-grade increase, and separation SF-50s). Award SF-50s often do not show the required information. If you are a current Federal employee applying under VEOA, your submitted SF-50(s) must show that you meet time-in-grade requirements. 4. ICTAP/CTAP documentation, if applicable. Visit our agency's ICTAP and CTAP sites for required documentation. 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 Prepare your application in USAJOBS To start your application, click Apply and we'll walk you through the process to attach a resume and any required documents. During the application process you can review, edit, delete, and update your information. We'll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won't lose any changes. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process. STEP 1: Select the "Apply" button and follow the instructions to register or sign into USAJOBS. STEP 2: Submit your resume. Please see the Required Documents section for specific information that should be outlined in your resume. STEP 3: Complete the online assessment questions. STEP 4: Submit all required documentation applicable to you, as listed in the Required Documents section. To learn how to view the status of your submitted supporting documentation and application, visit the Application Instructions section of our agency's Civil Service selection process site. Technical assistance with your on-line application is available through the Help Desk at mgshelp@monster.com or by calling (866) 656-6830 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET Alternate Application Procedures If applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted. Agency contact information Kathryn E. Phelan Phone 000-000-0000 Fax 000-000-0000 Email TS-REA@state.gov Address U.S. Department of State 1999 Dyess Ave. Charleston Reg. Ctr. Charleston, South Carolina 29405 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps After all application packages are received, we will review applications and evaluate applicants' qualifications. Then, in approximately two weeks after this announcement closes, we will refer candidates, as described in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section, to the hiring manager for selection consideration. Your application status will be updated up to four times during the following hiring phases: * After applications are received. * After applications are assessed to determine qualifications. * After candidates are referred to the hiring manager. * After a selection is made. For the selected candidates who receive a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability review and/or security background investigation that generally takes an average of at least two to six months. * Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Criminal history inquiries * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Financial suitability * New employee probationary period * Privacy Act * Reasonable accommodation policy * Selective Service * Signature and false statements * Social security number request Help Required Documents All required documents listed below, that are applicable to you, must be submitted to our automated system by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. 1. Resume showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must support your answers to the completed online assessment questions. 2. Performance appraisal, if applicable. ICTAP/CTAP and current/former Land Management employees must submit their most recent (i.e., usually within the last 18 months) final (not a mid-year review) official (i.e., signed by the rating official and in original format) annual performance appraisal. 3. Most recent SF-50s (Notification of Personnel Actions), if applicable. ICTAP/CTAP, current/former Land Management employees, and current Federal employees applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) must submit SF-50s that show: effective date, position title, series, grade, salary, tenure, position occupied, full promotion potential, and name of agency. Multiple SF-50s may be needed to show all required information (e.g., promotion, within-grade increase, and separation SF-50s). Award SF-50s often do not show the required information. If you are a current Federal employee applying under VEOA, your submitted SF-50(s) must show that you meet time-in-grade requirements. 4. ICTAP/CTAP documentation, if applicable. Visit our agency's ICTAP and CTAP sites for required documentation. 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. Help How to Apply Prepare your application in USAJOBS To start your application, click Apply and we'll walk you through the process to attach a resume and any required documents. During the application process you can review, edit, delete, and update your information. We'll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won't lose any changes. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process. STEP 1: Select the "Apply" button and follow the instructions to register or sign into USAJOBS. STEP 2: Submit your resume. Please see the Required Documents section for specific information that should be outlined in your resume. STEP 3: Complete the online assessment questions. STEP 4: Submit all required documentation applicable to you, as listed in the Required Documents section. To learn how to view the status of your submitted supporting documentation and application, visit the Application Instructions section of our agency's Civil Service selection process site. Technical assistance with your on-line application is available through the Help Desk at mgshelp@monster.com or by calling (866) 656-6830 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET Alternate Application Procedures If applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted. Read more Agency contact information Kathryn E. Phelan Phone 000-000-0000 Fax 000-000-0000 Email TS-REA@state.gov Address U.S. Department of State 1999 Dyess Ave. Charleston Reg. Ctr. Charleston, South Carolina 29405 United States Learn more about this agency Next steps After all application packages are received, we will review applications and evaluate applicants' qualifications. Then, in approximately two weeks after this announcement closes, we will refer candidates, as described in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section, to the hiring manager for selection consideration. Your application status will be updated up to four times during the following hiring phases: * After applications are received. * After applications are assessed to determine qualifications. * After candidates are referred to the hiring manager. * After a selection is made. For the selected candidates who receive a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability review and/or security background investigation that generally takes an average of at least two to six months. Read more Fair & Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. * Criminal history inquiries * Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy * Financial suitability * New employee probationary period * Privacy Act * Reasonable accommodation policy * Selective Service * Signature and false statements * Social security number request Print Share * Email * Facebook * LinkedIn * Twitter Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 01/13/2025 to 01/17/2025 * Salary $142,488 - $185,234 per year * Pay scale & grade GS 14 * Location * Washington, DC FEW vacancies * Remote job No * Telework eligible Yes-as determined by the agency policy. * Travel Required Occasional travel - Some travel may be required. * Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Temporary - Temporary Appointment not-to-exceed 1 year. May be extended without further announcement. * Work schedule Intermittent - Intermittent Work Schedule (no regular work schedule); limited to a maximum of 1040 hours during the appointment period. * Service Competitive * Promotion potential 14 * Job family (Series) * 0201 Human Resources Management * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Top Secret * Drug test Yes * Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk * Trust determination process * Credentialing * Suitability/Fitness * National security * Announcement number HRSC/ICTAP-2025-0023 * Control number 827643200 This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/827643200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.