Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems)

This vacancy is for a GS-0201-14, Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Office of Civilian Strategic Planning and Applications in Washington, District of Columbia.

You will serve as a Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems) and be responsible for the management of Coast Guard civilian workforce payroll operations and related Human Resources Information Technology systems, with emphasis on National Finance Center platforms. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Developing agency personnel policy recommendations and HR automation requirements for the acquisition or implementation of HR automated solutions. Working with end users to establish and enforce database standards, procedures, and guidelines. Evaluating Human Resources systems for the Coast Guard, which are to be implemented by subsidiary personnel offices dispersed throughout the country. Developing goals and objectives that integrate HR automation solutions. Overseeing the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of payroll transactions, personnel data, and organizational management records. Identifying and resolving complex payroll and system issues, ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations and policy requirements, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to maintain operational continuity and effective service delivery. Managing specialized payroll-related programs, including the Bi-weekly Pay Premium Cap Waiver Program. Provides expert oversight for program adjudication, documentation, tracking, and implementation to ensure actions are completed accurately and in accordance with governing policy. Reviewing complex cases, advising leadership and stakeholders on requirements, and ensuring program records and payroll actions are properly maintained. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Secret clearance. This is not a Bargaining Unit position. Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. USA Hire Assessment: After submitting your application, if an additional assessment is required, you will receive an email invitation. Please note that this assessment must be completed within 48 hours of the vacancy closing date and as specified in the email.