Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Summary This position is located in the Staffing Services Section, Talent Planning & Acquisition Division, Human Capital Directorate, Chief Operating Officer. Responsibilities This position is located in the Talent, Planning & Acquisition division, Human Capital Directorate, and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at the Library of Congress. The primary purpose of this position is to support the operation of the Library of Congress TPAD. The incumbent advises and assists management on routine matters in the areas of recruitment, placement and classification. The incumbent performs the functions of a Human Resources Specialist engaged in the interpretation and operation of the merit employment process and the concepts, policies and guidelines of position management and classification. The HR Specialist also participates in special projects and tasks concerning classification and employment initiatives. The incumbent advises management on recruitment, examination and selection processes; researches the best practices regarding recruitment methods and policies in both the Federal and private sectors, assessing the applicability to the organization's short and long-term strategic goals; and provides input on plans to develop new or revised recruitment programs and policies. The incumbent participates in management meetings to discuss organizational changes, turnover, changes in skills requirements, and other issues impacting recruitment programs; assists in the coordination and implementation of an internal recruitment program designed to meet the staffing needs of the organization and one that is responsive to dynamic changes in mission and business practices brought on by complicating factors such as, downsizing, technological advances, and competition in the labor market. Provides advice on routine position classification issues. Ensures that the application of position classification standards is accurate and consistent. As necessary, compares positions to other like positions to ensure consistency in establishing compensation levels between various employment programs. Advises on the accepted principles and rules of judgment to be applied in analyzing complex individual and organization structure issues. The incumbent provides agency management with interpretations of policy and procedures when the issues involved are new, highly controversial, precedent setting and/or involve more than one area of personnel policy; reviews recruitment and placement actions and provides advice on difficult issues; provides guidance to clarify conflicting guidance or alleviate other potential or existing problems; establishes and maintains a cooperative working relationship with high-ranking agency managers; provides recommendations that meet immediate as well as long-term needs and performs thorough analysis of operating procedures and mission requirements to accurately identify problems and to devise feasible and long-term solutions. Provides managers and employees with information and interpretations of the Library’s position management procedures, practices, policies, and guidelines on routine position management and classification issues. Prepares supporting analysis documentation for classification cases. Participates in reorganizations and establishes liaison with management officials and supervisors, advising on classification matters as they relate to organizational structures and position management. Works with senior classification team members in evaluating proposals submitted by management to determine that clear lines of authority exists and sound management principles are followed. Participates in the preparation of necessary reports and related material for justification or explanation. Performs other duties as assigned. The position description number for this position is 369440. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule. This is a non-supervisory, non-bargaining unit position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement. Requirements Conditions of Employment Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment. Qualifications Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Knowledge of federal staffing, recruitment and classification rules and regulations.* Knowledge of Human Resources automated personnel systems and applications.* Ability to interpret and apply a variety of guidelines, policies and/or regulations. Ability to provide customer service while exercising judgment and discretion. Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Education Additional Information Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade. The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement. Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see: Vetting Process This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM. The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement. Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement. The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit. A “Not to Exceed" (NTE) status is used to identify an appointment with a specific ending date. However, the Library has the right to separate a NTE employee at any time due to either performance issues or budget constraints. Are you a veteran? Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim. Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214. Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.