Human Resources Specialist (Workforce Planning)

Summary

This position is located in the Department of War Office of Inspector General (DoW OIG), Mission Support. The incumbent is responsible for workforce program design, including policy and operations for planning, evaluations, and workforce management to meet OIG mission critical requirements. The incumbent is responsible for oversight of data analysis and reporting; position/billet control; advise management; and associated policies and procedures.

Duties

Direct the development, publication, and communication of the workforce plan, and advise senior OIG leaders (IG, PDIG, DIGs) on workforce planning requirements. Partner with OIG leadership to design and implement systems, analyses, and processes that define the optimal workforce mix (civilian, contractor, shared services) for current and long-term mission needs. Lead organizational assessments, workload studies, and analytical projects (e.g., attrition modeling, trend analysis, gap analysis) to inform workforce decisions and future requirements. Provide expert guidance on workforce allocations to ensure alignment with the OIG’s Financial Management Office and support transparent, data-driven Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) decisions. Maintain oversight of position allocation and billet tracking systems, ensure compliance with workforce planning laws and policies, and coordinate implementation of new workforce management technologies and best practices.

Qualifications and evaluation

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. All qualified candidates will be evaluated on the following competencies: HR Analytics Organizational Assessment Strategic Human Capital Management Workforce Planning You can preview the Assessment Questionnaire here:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13077803 Criminal History Inquiries- If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency @ dfas.indianapolis-in.zh.mbx.ssc-cc@mail.mil

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents above. Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. 1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents. 2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application. 3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Betty Carreiro at betty.a.carreiro.civ@dodig.mil~ to obtain an alternative application.

Required documents

For this job announcement, the following supporting documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Not all documents may apply to everyone. Resume: Your resume showing relevant experience should include your name and contact information in addition to the following for proper determination to be made: where you worked, job title, series and grade, if applicable, duties and accomplishments for each position, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week and salary. PLEASE NOTE: A two-page maximum resume is required. Applicant guidance on the two page resume requirement may be found at: Learn more about the new resume requirements. (cover letter optional). SF-50(s): Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent SF-50. If your SF-50 does not show you meet time-in-grade requirements or competitive status eligibility, you must submit additional SF-50s for verification. If you fail to provide the required documentation, by the closing date of this announcement, you will not receive consideration. Performance Appraisal: Current Federal employees must submit a copy of their most recent completed annual performance appraisal received within the past 18 months. The performance appraisal must include the final rating. If a completed performance appraisal does not exist, is incomplete or unavailable, you must submit an explanation as to why it is not available at the time of your application submission. Mid-year progress reviews will not be accepted. Veterans' Preference Documentation: If claiming preference, you must submit a copy of your DD Form-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", showing the dates of active duty service, type of discharge and the character of service. Alternatively, If you are a current military member in active duty service and do not have a copy of your DD Form-214, you must submit a written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application for this position. The certification should also include your rank, dates of active duty service, separation date and what the condition of discharge is thought to be. A Standard Form 15 (SF-15) "Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference" will be required if you are selected. If you do not have a copy of your VA letter, you can download it at VA.gov. https://www.va.gov/records/download-va-letters/ 10-point preference and/or 30% or more Disabled Veteran, you must submit both a DD Form-214 or expected discharge documentation as described above AND a copy of a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or your branch of service certifying the presence of service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of disability. A Standard Form 15 (SF-15) "Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference" will be required if you are selected. 10-point derived veterans' preference (i.e. a spouse, widow/widower, or parent of a veteran claiming veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it), you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (SF-15) "Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference" and any required documents indicated on the SF-15 to substantiate the claimed preference. NOTE: If you are a current federal employee in the competitive service, you are not able to use the VEOA eligibility. If you use this eligibility and you are a current federal employee in the competitive service, you will be marked ineligible. See additional Required Documents information under Qualifications

Additional information

If you have not previously completed a probationary period with the federal government in a similar position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 calendar days of the initial issue date of the referral list. Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. PCS costs (moving expenses) MAY be paid. Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized by the hiring official. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here. For more information on veterans' preference click here. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: ICTAP does not apply for internal announcements. Position(s) may be filled by displaced Department of War (DoW) employees through the DOW Priority Placement Program. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only. You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility. Resume: DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; social security number; photos of yourself; personal information, such as age, sex, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and digitally signed documents. Read more about what you should leave out of your resume at USAJOBS. All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-4434 for assistance.