This position is a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations) responsible for providing direct supervision and oversight over a team of Employee Relations HRS employees, as well as providing expert advice, training, and support to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) HRSs, supervisors, and managers on resolving workplace issues related to employee conduct and performance.
The incumbent performs multiple and complex assignments under the minimal direction of a manager.
This Supervisory HR Specialist (Employee Relations) position is located under Mission Support/Human Capital division in the Employee Relations Office, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Assists the Branch Manager in: the development and implementation of program policies and procedures for Employee Relations (ER) programs.
the review of program operations to identify areas requiring change or new approaches. the coordination of various studies and analyses to assess overall operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Assists the ER Branch Manager in serving as the HC and TSA Employee Relations Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) in meetings with TSA Senior Leadership as well as representatives from DHS and other Federal Agencies.
Serves as the first-line supervisor and directs all aspects of the work of subordinate employees including planning and assigning, reviewing and evaluating work and performance, setting priorities, coaching and employee development, approving leave and recommending and/or approving disciplinary actions. Manages allocated resources (staff, budget, equipment, etc.) to organize workload and meet priorities and objectives.
Exercises a full range of supervisory and personnel management authorities and responsibilities in directing work of subordinate staff. Coordinates and evaluates subordinates' work to assure balanced workload and timely responses to assigned actions. Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; situational telework may be permitted in accordance with departmental policy telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.
For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
Employees who transfer to TSA from an agency that allows employees to maintain an annual leave balance higher than the maximum accumulation for the appointed position will have their leave ceiling set to the maximum accumulation for the appointed position (e.g., United States duty location - 240 hours, foreign duty location - 360 hours, or TSES position - 720 hours). TSA will not make a monetary payment for any leave forfeited under these circumstances.
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This position is with Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security.
The posted pay range is $107446 – $139684/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-28.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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