"Alerted.org

Summary The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) has an exciting opportunity for an exceptionally experienced Human Resources leader to serve as an expert and principal advisor regarding position classification and compensation program. This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Human Capital Management Division (HCMD), Classification and Compensation Branch (CCB). Responsibilities Join us at the AOC to serve, preserve and inspire with excellence and expertise. As branch chief of the Classification and Compensation Branch, the senior leader serves as principal advisor to plan and develop strategies and processes for classification and compensation program operations impacting a predominantly Wage Grade workforce in addition to General Schedule staff. The incumbent is responsible for relevant policy development and program implementation in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, standards, policies, and precedents of the AOC and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). In such capacity, the branch chief performs duties such as the following: Manages the agency's position classification program consisting of advisory services to managers and supervisors on the development of accurate position descriptions, alignment of positions, job structuring and their impact on pay determinations. Manages and directs position classification activities to include the review of the General Schedule, AOC Federal Wage System, and other AOC positions to ensure consistency with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) position classification standards and AOC unique position requirements. Provides expert classification and compensation and consultative services to AOC managers and supervisors involving compensation, position management, classification, workforce planning program services and issues. Provides aspirational leadership and supervision of a team of position classification and compensation specialists. Exercises delegated classification authority to develop, evaluate and certify position descriptions. Provides advisory services to senior management for all aspects of position management, classification, and position alignment requirements and the requisite communication of these services on significant position classification problems or issues. Plans and assists with the implementation of reorganizations that involve major mission changes or realignment of positions and personnel. Manages the compensation function for AOC including the planning, development, and implementation of new and revised compensation programs, policies, and procedures to align with the AOC’s goals and competitive practices. Develops evaluation strategies for oversight of program effectiveness related to the compensation line of business. Performs statistical analysis survey activities which involve researching, collecting and compiling information essential to the decision-making processes regarding appropriate adjustments in pay and fringe benefits for the various categories of AOC employees. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be able to pass a drug test. Your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related KSAs. You must meet the definition of specialized experience. To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below: A citizen of the United States; A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B); A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States. Qualifications You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM website at OPM qualification standards. Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Candidates for the GS-14 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service. This position oversees a highly technical, complex, agency-wide classification and compensation program to include the development of position descriptions, alignment of positions, job structuring, and their impact on pay determinations. Examples of specialized experience for this position include: (1) Comprehensive technical knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, principles, and practices associated with classification and compensation, position management, and familiarity with relevant Federal personnel processes and procedures. (2) Demonstrated knowledge of Federal classification concepts, principles, and practices related to structuring organizations and positions and determining the appropriate pay system, occupational grouping, title and pay level of positions. (3) Mastery of and skill in applying advanced HR principles; and total compensation principles, concepts, and practices, including multiple pay systems and authorities sufficient to serve as an expert staff-level advisor providing authoritative advice and assistance to program managers and operating HR specialists. (4) Demonstrated expertise understanding of the nature of occupations, skills, experience and training required for positions serviced. (5) Demonstrated ability to ensure that the classification system aligns with the guiding principle of equal pay for work of substantially equal value. (6) Proven ability to provide leadership and supervision to a diverse team of employees, both civilian and contractors, delivering position classification and compensation services. Education There is no educational requirement for the Human Resources Management series (0201); however, a bachelor’s degree is preferred. SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification is also preferred. Additional Information Welcome Veterans. The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) gives veterans' preference rights in the legislative branch to certain veterans as applied by the Congressional Accountability Act. Veterans' preference is applied on this vacancy announcement. If you are a veteran and have been separated under honorable conditions, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility; SF-15, if applicable; and Department of Veterans Affairs documentation of disability, if applicable. For more information, please visit http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.asp#6. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information. DRUG TESTING: The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is a Drug Free Workplace. As part of the AOC’s suitability assessment, a candidate tentatively selected for a position who is not an AOC employee is required to submit to screening for illegal drug use. Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of employment with the Agency. A candidate must test negative prior to being eligible for appointment into a position. We will schedule, provide, and cover the cost for the drug test. BACKGROUND CHECK: The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police and satisfactory adjudication to be eligible for employment at the Architect of the Capitol. E-VERIFY: The Architect of the Capitol is an E-VERIFY Participant. E-VERIFY is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment authorization in the United States. If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the DHS Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" electronic system. For more information on E-Verify, please visit http://www.dhs.gov/files/programs/gc\_1185221678150.shtm The Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, genetic information and/or disability. 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 notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Moving expenses are not authorized. Relocation expenses are not authorized. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: A newly appointed selectee(s) is subject to the completion of a one-year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether or not a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal agency. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies in any of the jurisdictions of the Architect of the Capitol. All application materials become the property of the Architect of the Capitol.