The position serves as the Legacy VISN 8 Deputy Human Resources Officer (HRO) and has delegated appointing authority and responsibility to assist the HRO to manage and direct the human resources program for a large and complex VISN, which includes and supports 8 geographically separated Medical Centers/Healthcare Systems and many outpatient sites of care located across Florida, Georgia, and the Caribbean,
VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: HR Specialist Total Rewards Classifying PDs, Functional Statements (FS), and Consistency Reviews Reviews and classifies Position Descriptions (PDs), prepares written evaluation statements, and signs OF-8s for complex, unique, standardized, and evolving positions across a variety of occupational fields.
Researches, analyzes, and applies OPM, VA, and VHA classification standards and guidance to determine accurate Title 5 classifications, grade levels, and position allocations. Conducts desk audits, position reviews, consistency reviews, and position management assessments; resolves complex classification issues and prepares supporting documentation for appeals, promotions, and career ladder actions.
Collaborates with customers on the development and review of Title 38 Functional Statements (FS), ensuring alignment with qualification standards and determining appropriate Title 5, Title 38, or Hybrid Title 38 coverage. Evaluates classification consistency and regulatory compliance across VHA, considering organizational impact and system-wide application of classification standards.
Utilizes automated systems, data analysis tools, and computer applications to support classification and position management activities. Consultation, Recommendations, and Education Provides advisory services to management, customers, and HR staff by interpreting policies, procedures, and guidance related to classification and compensation actions.
Explains complex classification issues, recommends solutions, and adapts guidance to address unique or challenging situations while ensuring regulatory compliance. Researches occupational trends, analyzes the impact of policy and regulatory changes, and recommends updates to organizational policies and practices. Develops and delivers briefings, presentations, training, guides, templates, and other educational resources for HR staff, customers, and teammates.
Position Management and Organizational Analysis Conducts organizational and position management assessments to identify inefficiencies, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement. Analyzes workforce and organizational data to recommend effective organizational structures, staffing configurations, grade distributions, and career development strategies. Additional Duties Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm Telework: Ad-hoc telework only Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Assistant Human Resources Officer (Deputy Human Resources Officer)/PD99766S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment.
A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
Qualifying education for the GS-0201 series includes courses and programs in HR, HR development, HR management, business, business management/administration, industrial relations, labor relations, industrial psychology, organizational psychology, organizational development, management, organizational behavior, pre-law/law, legal studies, health care management/administration, public administration, public policy, human services, leadership and/or humanities.
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
christine.padgett@va.gov · (813) 816-7155 X100244
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $125776 – $174144/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-26.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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