Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems)

Summary

View Common Definitions of terms found in this announcement. Organizational Location: These positions are located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of Human Capital, in Irving, Texas; Washington, District of Columbia. These are non-bargaining unit positions.

Duties

As a Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems), at the full performance level, you will perform the following duties: Representing Human Capital Data and Systems (HDS) in workgroups, meetings, and presentations related to human resources information technology (HRIT) and workforce analytics. Serving as a senior technical advisor within Human Capital Data and Systems (HDS) on human resources information technology (HRIT) and workforce data issues, providing expert recommendations to organizational leadership on data interpretation and system enhancements. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to refine project requirements, clarify timelines, identify risks, and ensure delivery of functional solutions. Transforming raw data into actionable business intelligence (dashboards, statistical reports, infographics) to support decisions on recruitment, retention, and workforce strategy. To meet agency needs, this position will be filled under a time-limited appointment, of more than one year but not-to-exceed (NTE) 3 Years based on management approval which will be determined by their review of workload requirements and available funding. This is not a permanent appointment and does not allow for conversion to a permanent competitive service. Salary: The salary range indicated in this announcement reflects the lowest and highest potential salaries for this position. The actual salary range will be based on the applicable locality pay for the selected duty location. General Schedule locality pay tables may be found under Salaries & Wages. Note: One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.

Qualifications

Limit your resume to no more than two pages. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as: Ensuring Human Capital Data and Systems (HDS) processes comply with established organizational policies, enterprise information, technology changes, and mandated security accessibility guidelines, with minimal or limited supervision. Monitoring assigned systems or applications to detect problems and assist with corrective actions or initiate change requests to keep human resources information technology operations running smoothly. Working with senior analysts, collecting, maintaining, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating data related to human resources services, within the Human Capital Data and Systems (HDS) unit. Assisting in the implementation of data validation processes and participating in functional and user acceptance testing throughout the Human Capital Data and Systems life cycle to confirm that technical requirements meet operational needs. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Current or Former Political Appointees: 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 Human Resources Office. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.