What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist (Employee/Labor Relations) position at DC Department of Human Resources?
Job Summary
This position is located in the Department of General Services (DGS), Office of the Director, Division of Administrative Support. The Administrative Support Division is responsible for managing all phases of DGS's administrative management support operations, to facilitate the attainment of DGS' s goals and objectives. The Division is responsible for a variety of functions such as, financial management, human resources management, performance management, risk management, customer services, training, management analysis, IT services, communications, and related administrative services.
The incumbent is responsible for planning, monitoring, and effectively executing a variety of administrative programs and special projects, with particular emphasis on human resources areas such as employee relations, labor relations, and performance management. The work includes the interpretation of associated policies and legislation; and the development and the coordination of special projects and program improvements designed to monitor, assess and/or enhance the adequacy, effectiveness and level of compliance of agency human resources programs with governing guidelines throughout city-wide DGS operations.
Duties And Responsibilities
Reviews existing human resources policies, practices and processes to ensure consistency with union agreements and decisions of the Public Employee Relations Board. Serves as a technical expert with authority to represent the agency in dealings with national and local headquarters of unions, the Office of Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining (OLRCB), the Office of Employee Appeals (OEA), and the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in connection with such matters as employee complaints and appeals, union representation issues and proposed policies related to administrative processes.
Assists the supervisor in managing the establishment and administration of the agency performance management functions. Works in close collaboration with the supervisor in the planning and conduct of organizational performance review studies to improve the utilization of human and other organizational resources; analyzes policies, practices, procedures, workload standards, and organizational structures; designs benchmark surveys and quantitative techniques to improve the productivity and quality of operations and build an effective workforce; prepares comprehensive recommendations aimed at resolving human resources and other organization issues; and develops and evaluates performance indicators and management reporting systems. Provides staff presentations on performance measurement and on organizational performance reviews, as well as, consultative services to agency representatives to improve productivity and delivery of services. Researches and prepares presentations concerning wage and benefit practices and trends; attends and participates in negotiations with employee organizations; and acts as management representative in contacts with union officials on matters pertaining to the administration and interpretation of contract and arbitration awards.
Qualifications And Education
Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licensures and Certifications
None
Work Conditions/Environment
Work is usually performed in an office setting. Some fieldwork may be required.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: M-F; 8:15AM-4:45PM (Varies)
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-201-14
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
Duration of Appointment: Career Service Regular
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining agreement.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability – Security Sensitive.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.
This position is located in the Department of General Services (DGS), Office of the Director, Division of Administrative Support. The Administrative Support Division is responsible for managing all phases of DGS's administrative management support operations, to facilitate the attainment of DGS' s goals and objectives. The Division is responsible for a variety of functions such as, financial management, human resources management, performance management, risk management, customer services, training, management analysis, IT services, communications, and related administrative services.
The incumbent is responsible for planning, monitoring, and effectively executing a variety of administrative programs and special projects, with particular emphasis on human resources areas such as employee relations, labor relations, and performance management. The work includes the interpretation of associated policies and legislation; and the development and the coordination of special projects and program improvements designed to monitor, assess and/or enhance the adequacy, effectiveness and level of compliance of agency human resources programs with governing guidelines throughout city-wide DGS operations.
Duties And Responsibilities
Reviews existing human resources policies, practices and processes to ensure consistency with union agreements and decisions of the Public Employee Relations Board. Serves as a technical expert with authority to represent the agency in dealings with national and local headquarters of unions, the Office of Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining (OLRCB), the Office of Employee Appeals (OEA), and the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in connection with such matters as employee complaints and appeals, union representation issues and proposed policies related to administrative processes.
Assists the supervisor in managing the establishment and administration of the agency performance management functions. Works in close collaboration with the supervisor in the planning and conduct of organizational performance review studies to improve the utilization of human and other organizational resources; analyzes policies, practices, procedures, workload standards, and organizational structures; designs benchmark surveys and quantitative techniques to improve the productivity and quality of operations and build an effective workforce; prepares comprehensive recommendations aimed at resolving human resources and other organization issues; and develops and evaluates performance indicators and management reporting systems. Provides staff presentations on performance measurement and on organizational performance reviews, as well as, consultative services to agency representatives to improve productivity and delivery of services. Researches and prepares presentations concerning wage and benefit practices and trends; attends and participates in negotiations with employee organizations; and acts as management representative in contacts with union officials on matters pertaining to the administration and interpretation of contract and arbitration awards.
Qualifications And Education
Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licensures and Certifications
None
Work Conditions/Environment
Work is usually performed in an office setting. Some fieldwork may be required.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: M-F; 8:15AM-4:45PM (Varies)
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-201-14
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
Duration of Appointment: Career Service Regular
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining agreement.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability – Security Sensitive.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.