AvantGarde, LLC (AG) Sr. Human Resources Specialist support the AG client on site at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), a Title II agency, in the Talent Acquisition Branch Office by providing a full scope of staffing activities. They will support the AOC with staffing activities to fill vacant positions for all jurisdictions. This is a Full-time position anticipated at 40 hours a week and the work CAN be performed 100% remote OR some on site if DC based resource).
- Conduct the full life cycle "cradle to grave" tasks in performing journey level hands on staffing functions for AOC.
- Develop comprehensive HR Assessment Tools. In some cases, this includes building on existing tools and in other cases it involves developing new instruments/tools.
- Provide technical staffing support to the agency by advising and instructing agency management on staffing policies, processes and procedures.
- Provide reviews, edits, and consultative support in the areas of staffing and recruitment for the OHR.
- Coordinate staffing activities with individuals engaged in targeted marketing activities (posting on social media, paid advertisements, or career fairs).
- Develop and post vacancy announcements to internal and external sources utilizing Monster Hiring Management.
- Perform comprehensive eligibility and qualification determinations for applications received for Title II covered positions.
- Sets pay in accordance with AOC policies and applicable OPM rules and regulations.
- Conduct review and analysis of candidate applications to determine candidate eligibility.
- Notify candidates of the status of their application and respond to their questions regarding the recruitment process.
- Code SF-52's to complete all pertinent fields, to include computing service computation dates, to provide to other groups for processing within EmpowHR.
- Coordinate pre-employment activities for selected candidates.
- Close out case files for filled positions.
Skills & Requirements
- Degree in HR or related field is strongly preferred.
- Must have active technical federal experience with a of journey level HR specialist "hands on" life cycle staffing and other HR consulting/administrative experience.
- Experience and knowledge of Federal OPM staffing and merit promotion rules and regulations, basic knowledge of OPM classification standards, and federal regulations related to processing the full range of personnel actions and related documents.
- Minimum of 2 years' recent experience using Federal automated application systems such as Monster Hiring Management or USAStaffing.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Excellent writing and communication skills with specific attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical and research skills.
- Excellent, demonstrated customer service skills.
- Must have ability to apply and follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule and Federal Wage System positions.
- Must work 5 days per week on a pre-arranged and approved schedule within normal work hours (i.e., between the hours of 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.).
- Must pass a standard AOC background suitability check.
The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) recognizes that its employees are its most important asset. Their goals are to operate as one team ultimately to in service, dedicated to AOC mission, values and vision. The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) demonstrate commitment their core values TIPPS. Teamwork, everyone works and communicate with each other cooperatively and respectfully to achieve the greater goals of AOC. Integrity demonstrates honesty, sincerity, and dependently to earn the trust of those we serve. Professionalism is adhering to the highest standards of quality and competency for the work done. Pride derive great satisfaction work we do and in honor of serving Congress, the Supreme Court and the American people every day. AOC promote the safety, security and well-being of our team and our customers.
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Since its establishment in 2011, AG has executed 110+ federal contracts as Prime Contractor. For nearly a decade, we have provided extensive expert support to clients in the areas of human capital strategy, organizational transformation, workforce planning, workload assessment, talent management, training, and other areas of human capital management and organizational development. AG's list of federal clients includes: the U.S. Departments of Justice, Transportation, Treasury, Agriculture, and Commerce, and Defense (Army, Navy, and National Guard) as well as the U.S. House of Representatives, Architect of the Capitol, the National Science Foundation, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the Corporation for National and Community Service, to name a few.
AG's core competencies bring together solutions that address the holistic needs of our clients in four key areas: People, Process, Strategy, and Technology. Our consulting solutions and service offerings extend across four distinct areas: Human Capital Management, Organizational Development, Business Operations Support, and Information Technology. We offer a comprehensive scope of services that are specifically designed to enhance organizational efficiency, effectiveness, and adaptability.
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As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, AvantGarde LLC makes all recruitment and employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including gender and transgender status), national origin, disability status, marital status, veteran status, registered domestic partner or civilian union status, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state and local laws. AvantGarde hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
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What We Do
Since its establishment in 2011, AG has proven itself to be an expert in Federal Human Capital services by providing outcome-driven solutions relentlessly focused on our client’s Human Capital needs, offering operational, organizational, or strategic services and solutions.
Our clients choose us not only because of our focus on seeking out, providing, and developing experienced talent, but also in seeing that we live our values; by caring for and supporting our people we create exceptional service, lean client staffing, and repeat business.
Our team also works to find innovative solutions, such as WMO and HR Tracker, that our clients can use to make data-driven decisions around their business HC challenges. And to strengthen our offering in HC services, we offer AG University, a holistic blend of on-the-job training and classroom learning that ensures our employees are up-to-date in the latest HR developments and trends.
Our CEO, Rebecca Contreras says it best, “People First, Client Satisfaction Always”