Human Resource Specialist (Classification) - (Remote)

ID:ARS-PA-104Location:ManhattanProgram:ARS

Wage/Hr:$52.00Hours/Week:25Minimum Age:55

For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55 ) with full-time and part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal Agencies across the United States.

NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55 ) with the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS). These experienced professionals provide administrative, scientific, and technical support to the Agricultural Research Service through the Experienced Worker Program (EWP).

Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period. Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is an ?at-will? relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.

PLEASE NOTE: An ?Enrollee? is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEW Solutions. An ?Enrollee? is a participant in a grant program established through a Cooperative Agreement funded by the agency and administered by NEW Solutions. The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees.

This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the United States.

• This position will be open until filled. NOTE: This position has the option to work remotely.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 year(s) of experience in Human Resources Classification experience. OR HS/GED Degree

• Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
  
  

Duties

This position will quality review and correct the position descriptions for the location.The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government representative or when coordinating federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee shall not supervise any Government employees.

• Provides position management and classification support to the Agricultural Research Service. Provides technical advice to managers in exercising their delegated classification authority. Applies a thorough understanding of classification principles, and concepts to interpret and adapt classification standards/guides to secure sound classification on positions. Advises managers on the position classification process, the use of various classification references and automated tools. Assists with planning and implementing reorganizations. Make determinations in the proper crediting of factor levels and ultimate allocation of grade levels to positions; communicate grade distinctions to management with supporting criteria and justification; provide recommendations to management on organizational design with emphasis on career development principles and practices; and relate position classification to the management process and other HR programs. Determines the correct classification by comparison to existing standards related to the work and prepares necessary evaluation statements. Explains the standards, classification decisions, impact of designated duties on classification, and complaint and appeal procedures to employees, supervisors, and operating officials or managers. Advises on compensation management strategies and programs. Provides advice and assistance on classification appeal procedures. Coordinates with management and ensures that new classification standards are applied within established timelines. Conducts research on OPM classification standards and provides advisory opinions. 75%
• Exercises knowledge and skill in applying HR methods, principles and evaluative methods/ sufficient to advise on and/or resolve moderately complex problems which are typically precedented in nature. Utilizes a wide range of HR practices, regulations, and precedents sufficient to: provide comprehensive HR management advisory and technical services on substantive organizational functions and work practices; use analytical methods to identify, evaluate, and recommend to management appropriate HR solutions; use standard operating practices or modified HR work procedures for delivering effective HR services; and provide written and oral communication techniques sufficient to develop and deliver briefings, project papers, status/staff reports, and correspondence to managers to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. 25%
  
  

Other

• Required Certifications: Certification for OPM classification.
• Physical requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
  
  

NEW Solutions is committed to promoting equal opportunity and to an environment free from discrimination and harassment in any form administering Experienced Worker Programs under cooperative agreements with federal agencies. It is NEW Solutions' policy to comply with all applicable laws that provide equal opportunity and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in enrolling participants in the federal programs.