Overview

Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (ER/LR) - NTE 1 Year The Veterans Health Administration was seeking a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist for VISN 15. This temporary promotion position serves as the Shared Service Unit Employee Relations / Labor Relations Chief and is responsible for providing employee relations, labor relations, performance management, work life, reasonable accommodations, suitability, workers' compensation, training and development, and special program support to a large, complex, multi-mission VISN and its subordinate facilities. Location: Marion, IL; Evansville, IN; Leavenworth, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; Cape Girardeau, MO; Columbia, MO; Kansas City, MO; Poplar Bluff, MO; or Saint Louis, MO Vacancies: 1 Salary: $125,776 - $163,514 per year Salary Note: Pay may vary based on location; advertised salary range is GS Rest of U.S. Pay Scale & Grade: GS-14 Promotion Potential: None Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Appointment Type: Temporary promotion, not to exceed 1 year; may be extended beyond one year and may be converted to permanent without further competition Telework: Ad-hoc telework may be authorized; eligibility discussed during interview process Remote/Virtual: Not available Travel Required: Not required Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive: Not approved PCS: Not authorized Drug Test: Not required Security Clearance: Not required Position Sensitivity/Risk: High Risk Financial Disclosure: Required / may be required for the position Supervisory Status: Yes Union Representation: No Key Responsibilities: Serve as the Shared Service Unit Employee Relations / Labor Relations Chief. Direct a program segment of complex human resources work supporting VISN medical centers and activities. Provide support that significantly affects VHA mission goals and essential support operations. Plan and carry out short- and long-range projects and studies to identify and resolve HR program problems. Research HR laws, policies, regulations, and reference materials. Analyze information, select appropriate approaches, and recommend corrective action. Provide expert advice on policy, directives, and guidelines across assigned HR functions. Direct, coordinate, and oversee subordinate supervisors and employees within the VISN Shared Service Unit. Advise management on employee and labor law issues, including disciplinary and adverse actions, settlement agreements, congressional correspondence, OAWP, DAB, AIB, fact findings, grievance examiners, state licensure reviews, suitability, Drug Free Workplace, Workplace Violence Prevention Program, and third-party hearing representation. Analyze information, develop solutions, prepare analytical reports, and present findings and recommendations to management officials. Plan and draft HR management policies and guides for VISN and Shared Service Unit use. Interpret regulations and apply new methods to resolve complex, controversial, or unprecedented issues. Resolve conflicts arising from staff or customers. Identify and implement ways to eliminate or reduce bottlenecks and barriers to production. Promote team building and improve business practices. Recommend innovative strategies to resolve job turnover, workforce planning, downsizing, and reinvention issues. Ensure correctness and propriety of HR actions taken. Basic Qualifications: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must complete all required application steps, including the application, questionnaire, and online assessment. Must meet Selective Service registration requirements if male and born after December 31, 1959. Must be subject to a background/security investigation. Must complete all online onboarding requirements. Must provide acceptable identification for employment eligibility verification. Must participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program as required for Department of Veterans Affairs health care personnel. Selected applicant must serve a one-yea