This position is located in Division of Staffing Operations. The supervisor is Kelly Barrie. This position is not subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements. This position is not subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements
As a Human Resources Specialist, provides routine advice, guidance, and assistance to employees, supervisors, and managers in the areas of employment, staffing, merit selection, position evaluation, pay setting, awards, performance management, and employee benefits. The incumbent performs routine assignments independently.
The incumbent consults with the Branch Chief on difficult assignments or those performed for the first time to ensure adherence to agency human resources policies, procedures and practices.Such duties include but are not limited to: Provides responsive advice and assistance to management on a range of human resources issues and problems.
Serves as the primary initial contact with employees and attempts to resolve routine personnel and payroll problems based on existing NRC and/or OPM directives. Researches the more complex or unusual cases and makes a recommendation to the Branch Chief.
Under the guidance of the Branch Chief, holds discussions with management and supervisory officials to plan, promote, and implement human resources management functions based on organizational needs; to develop a better understanding and appreciation for effective human resources concepts and practices; and to explain revised human resources policies and procedures. Provides day-to-day staffing services for agency staff and managers.
Determines, together with selecting officials, qualifications requirements and other important employment aspects. Prepares and disseminates vacancy announcements. Certifies appropriate candidates and makes formal employment offers. Evaluates personnel action requests including promotions, reassignments, and separations. Consults with and advises agency staff and management on matters pertaining to salaries.
Ensures that information relative to assigned actions is input into agency databases (e.g., Federal Personnel Payroll System (FPPS); Talent Acquisition System (USA Staffing); Workforce Transformation Tracking System/Entrance on Duty System (WTTS/EODS) and that the information is updated and maintained as required. Provides input for critical agency reports (e.g., Biweekly Staffing Projections, EOD/Loss report, etc.
If qualifying based on education substitution, you must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application. Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including: comprehensive health and life insurance plans; Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care; Dental and Vision Insurance; retirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan); annual (vacation) and paid sick leave; family friendly leave policies; 11 paid holidays per year; transit benefits.
The benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
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Kate.Suh@nrc.gov · 301-415-0042
This position is with Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $85447 – $133142/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a L Access Authorization security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-21.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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