USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Human Resources Specialist (Direct Hire)
Location Negotiable After Selection, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$76K/yr - $98K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to work within the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) under the Department of Homeland Security. The role involves providing advice and guidance on Time and Attendance Administration and Payroll Program Operations, conducting research and analysis to identify operational problems, and serving as a liaison on pay matters.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Under limited/periodic supervision, provides advice and guidance to managers and employees to support Time and Attendance (T/A) Administration and Payroll Program Operations; to include clarification and instruction on established laws, regulations, policies, procedures and guidance on appropriate course(s) of action
Conducts research and analyses of reports and metrics to identify operational problems; document findings and make recommendations for corrective action. Assists with performing root cause analysis on issues discovered using case management system to help identify trends that may indicate programmatic weaknesses. Reports process gaps and deficiencies to program manager and/or team lead
Serves as a liaison to the National Finance Center (NFC) on pay matters regarding a wide range of pay operational actions. Troubleshoots and conducts research on various escalated issues. Researches appropriate Federal payroll regulations and agency policies to develop responses on payroll program or T/A issues received from the TSA workforce
Acts as a contributing team member to develop and deliver presentations, and conduct training or administer workshops for personnel at all levels of the agency with varying levels of understanding and experience
Recommends changes or alternative approaches to established procedures and practices to resolve recurring problems and issues, and/or to respond to new requirements in program operations, agency policies or legislation
Qualification
Required
You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National
You must have reached the minimum age (18) at the time of application
You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI)
Selective Service registration is required
Must be able to meet the requirements for a Secret security clearance
To qualify for the SV-H Pay Band (equivalent to GS-12), you must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the SV-G or GS-11 Pay Band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector
Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position to be filled
Researching, interpreting, applying, and advising others on Federal laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines regarding personnel transaction processing, payroll or benefits
Operating in a high-volume environment performing at least 3 of the following functions: reviewing SF-52 Request for Personnel Action forms for accuracy and completeness; processing and monitoring SF-52 Request for Personnel Action forms; reviewing employee timecards for accuracy and completeness; processing and monitoring employee timecards; updating new hire and employee records in various electronic systems (e.g., USA Staffing, EmpowHR, RUMBA, EPIC, GovTA); reviewing new hire forms (e.g., SF-61, TSP-3, SF-2823, W4, SF-1199A, SF-144) for accuracy and completeness; responding to inquiries from employees and managers; resolving employee issues related to personnel transaction, payroll or benefits processing; supporting onboarding procedures; preparing reports or interpreting data related to personnel transaction, payroll or benefits activities; understanding HR Information System platforms, functionalities or data reporting tools; or resolving employee data integrity issues for personnel transaction, payroll or benefits functions
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
Retirement plan
Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Personal leave days
Paid federal holidays
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Tuition reimbursement
Transportation subsidies
Uniform allowance
Health and wellness programs
Fitness centers
Employee training and developmental opportunities
Company
USAJOBS
USAJOBS enables federal job seekers to access job opportunities across hundreds of federal agencies and organizations.
10001+ employees
Funding
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