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The duties and responsibilities for a GS-0201-11/12 Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment) generally include, but are not limited to, the following:
Conditions of employment
To qualify for the position of Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment), at GS-0201-11/12, you must meet the qualification requirements listed below.
If you are a current or former federal employee on a permanent appointment in the competitive service, you will need to demonstrate 1-year (52-weeks) at the next lower grade level as listed in the qualifications below. Time-in-Grade applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. Additionally, please ensure to submit an applicable SF-50 (please refer to the "required documents" section for additional information).
To qualify for the GS-11 Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment) position, you must demonstrate that you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the federal service performing such duties as: assisting with or performing staffing and recruitment work. This includes supporting Merit Promotion or attorney hiring actions, reviewing applicant qualifications using established criteria, processing personnel actions in HR systems, and assisting with onboarding activities. Experience should show the ability to apply HR rules, follow established procedures, and use multiple HR systems to support staffing operations under close or developmental supervision.
OR
Education: a LL.M, a Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position;
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: combination of education and experience that may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 54. Add the two percentages.
To qualify for the GS-12 Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment) position, you must demonstrate that you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the federal service performing such duties as: independently performing staffing and recruitment work. This includes managing Merit Promotion and attorney hiring actions, determining applicant qualifications, processing a range of personnel actions using HR systems, and coordinating onboarding activities. Experience should reflect the ability to apply Federal staffing regulations, resolve routine staffing issues independently, and manage recruitment cases with minimal oversight.
You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by 07/23/2026 of this announcement.
Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.
Education
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, please see the statements below.Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, in order for it to be creditable towards your qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from accredited institution.
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 All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
Additional information
Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. The bullets below outline the various groups of applicants that fall under the term "status candidates". This vacancy is open to applicants from any of the groups listed below: When you apply you'll have the chance to claim an eligibility pathway, be sure you fully read each statement and any links provided to make sure you know which eligibility you qualify for. See a full list and learn more at USAJOBS, see:
Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act, you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to Victoria Jones at victoria.jones@usdoj.gov.
Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Gs-11
The duties and responsibilities for a GS-0201-11/12 Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment) generally include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assisting with preparing vacancy announcements for Merit Promotion and attorney hiring actions.
- Processing personnel actions in EPIC and EmpowHR
- Maintaining position data in PMSO
- Communicating onboarding requirements to selectees
- Conducting system research using NFC tools (IRIS, Mainframe)
- Reviewing eOPFs and staffing case files for accuracy
- Managing Merit Promotion and attorney hiring recruitment actions
- Developing vacancy announcements and related recruitment materials
- Conducting job analysis and developing assessment criteria
- Determining applicant qualifications based on OPM and agency guidelines
- Processing personnel actions using HR systems (EPIC, EmpowHR, PMSO, NFC tools)
- Supporting onboarding and pre-employment processing activities
- Coordinating with selecting officials throughout the recruitment and selection process
- Communicating with applicants regarding hiring requirements and onboarding steps
- Conducting recruitment outreach activities, including job postings and candidate sourcing
Conditions of employment
- You must be a United States Citizen or National.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
- You must meet all applicable time-in-grade requirements by the closing of this announcement.
- You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
- You must be a current permanent Department of Justice employee with competitive status or a CTAP/RPL eligible candidate.
- You will be required to complete a suitability review.
- You will be required to complete a probationary period (if applicable).
To qualify for the position of Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment), at GS-0201-11/12, you must meet the qualification requirements listed below.
If you are a current or former federal employee on a permanent appointment in the competitive service, you will need to demonstrate 1-year (52-weeks) at the next lower grade level as listed in the qualifications below. Time-in-Grade applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. Additionally, please ensure to submit an applicable SF-50 (please refer to the "required documents" section for additional information).
To qualify for the GS-11 Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment) position, you must demonstrate that you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the federal service performing such duties as: assisting with or performing staffing and recruitment work. This includes supporting Merit Promotion or attorney hiring actions, reviewing applicant qualifications using established criteria, processing personnel actions in HR systems, and assisting with onboarding activities. Experience should show the ability to apply HR rules, follow established procedures, and use multiple HR systems to support staffing operations under close or developmental supervision.
OR
Education: a LL.M, a Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree. Education at the graduate level must be in an accredited college or university and must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position;
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: combination of education and experience that may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 54. Add the two percentages.
To qualify for the GS-12 Human Resources Specialist (Staffing and Recruitment) position, you must demonstrate that you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the federal service performing such duties as: independently performing staffing and recruitment work. This includes managing Merit Promotion and attorney hiring actions, determining applicant qualifications, processing a range of personnel actions using HR systems, and coordinating onboarding activities. Experience should reflect the ability to apply Federal staffing regulations, resolve routine staffing issues independently, and manage recruitment cases with minimal oversight.
You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by 07/23/2026 of this announcement.
Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.
Education
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, please see the statements below.Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, in order for it to be creditable towards your qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from accredited institution.
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 All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.
Additional information
Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. The bullets below outline the various groups of applicants that fall under the term "status candidates". This vacancy is open to applicants from any of the groups listed below: When you apply you'll have the chance to claim an eligibility pathway, be sure you fully read each statement and any links provided to make sure you know which eligibility you qualify for. See a full list and learn more at USAJOBS, see:
- CURRENT AND FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: For more information, see
- CAREER TRANSITION PROGRAMS (): For more information visit:
- REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Our policy can be found at:
- SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at:
- Meet
- Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and
- Submit the appropriate documentation to support your
Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act, you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to Victoria Jones at victoria.jones@usdoj.gov.
Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code
- 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R
- 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act. This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.