Program Manager

Summary

As a Program Manager with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Human Resources Solutions (HRS), you will provide strategic leadership and oversight of human capital operations, workforce planning, resource management, and organizational initiatives. You will advise senior leadership, direct cross-functional projects, improve operational effectiveness, and supervise staff supporting HRS and agency-wide mission objectives

Duties

Direct human capital resource planning, staffing strategies, and organizational restructuring efforts to support mission priorities and operational requirements. Develop and implement strategic workforce plans, assess resource requirements, establish performance measures, and align human capital initiatives with organizational goals. Lead strategic planning and advise on the allocation of human capital resources to meet organizational and programmatic needs and improve organizational effectiveness. Advise senior executives on the interpretation of human capital policies, organizational issues, workforce risks, and proposed initiatives; prepare briefings, reports, and recommendations. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to implement organizational initiatives, resolve operational challenges, and improve program and service delivery. Exercise supervisory responsibilities, including assigning work, evaluating performance, addressing employee relations matters, and supporting employee development. Oversee operational priorities, resource utilization, and business process improvements related to improving program performance, efficiency, and accountability.

Qualifications

To be found qualified, your resume must clearly show experience that meets the Minimum Qualifications listed below. For each position (paid or volunteer), include the months, years, and hours worked per week. One year of specialized experience equals 12 months at 40 hours per week (part-time hours are prorated). Experience listed without hours per week, or listed as "varies," will not receive credit. For the GS15: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level in the Federal service, or equivalent, performing program management and human capital operations work that includes: Developing workforce plans and strategies, including forecasting, to align staffing and resources with organizational priorities; Managing reorganizations or other organizational changes to structure, staffing, and workforce development to improve human capital operations and program effectiveness; Directing or overseeing the work of human capital employees, including establishing work priorities, providing guidance, evaluating results, supporting staff development, and addressing issues; Coordinating with stakeholders to implement organizational human capital initiatives, resolve program issues or differing viewpoints, and coordinate with customers and other agencies; and Developing staffing plans, hiring strategies, and allocating resources within budget constraints and changing priorities. Merit promotion applicants must meet time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-14 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS 15 level. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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.