What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist position at Department of Parks and Recrea?
This position is located in the Office of Human Resources and Employee Development, DC Department of Parks and Recreation. The incumbent of this position serves as a Human Resources Specialist and is responsible for providing a full range of human resources support and advisory services.
Duties and Responsibilities
Determines qualification requirements for all levels of jobs, including managerial, supervisory and nonsupervisory with non-specialized and specialized requirements. This determination is based on rules, regulations, and industry standards for a variety of positions. Interprets, analyzes, and applies qualification standards, position requirements, job analysis, and evaluation plans. Prepares lists of eligible job applicants in accordance with regulations and policies. Writes consistent, coherent position vacancy announcements in collaboration with the manager, supervisor or other senior level staff. Compares position descriptions with vacancy announcement, and in qualifying candidates for positions applied. Reviews vacancy announcements for quality and accuracy to advertise jobs and qualifies applicants. In conjunction with the hiring manager, assures that position vacancies are posted in the appropriate media including newspapers, list serves, and websites. Reviews Selection Certificates to assure adherence and compliance with the procedural requirements of the Department of Human Resources (DCHR) and conformance with the goals and objectives of the agency. Conducts personal reference checks.Determines qualification requirements for all levels of jobs, including managerial, supervisory and nonsupervisory with non specialized and specialized requirements. This determination is based on rules, regulations, and industry standards for a variety of positions. Interprets, analyzes, and applies qualification standards, position requirements, job analysis, and evaluation plans.
Prepares lists of eligible job applicants in accordance with regulations and policies. Writes consistent, coherent position vacancy announcements in collaboration with the manager, supervisor or other senior level staff. Compares position descriptions with vacancy announcement, and in qualifying candidates for positions applied. Reviews vacancy announcements for quality and accuracy to advertise jobs and qualifies applicants. In conjunction with the hiring manager, assures that position vacancies are posted in the appropriate media including newspapers, list serves, and websites.Reviews Selection Certificates to assure adherence and compliance with the procedural requirements of the Department of Human Resources (DCHR) and conformance with the goals and objectives of the agency. Conducts personal reference checks.through trainings, coaching, and other means which include policies, notices, issuances, etc. Directs workforce planning through constant communication and awareness of the anticipated needs of the organization in accordance with the requirements prescribed by DCHR. These efforts continue to assist staff in ensuring modification with positive changes to organizational improvement. Explores all possible sources of job applicants to include re-employment priority and displaced employee programs. Analyzes mission and functions in view of the current labor market to ensure the recruitment of the best-qualified applicants. Identifies, develops and maintains ongoing recruitment sources including, but not limited to, community relationships, job fairs, college recruiting, networking with community and professional based organizations, and print media. Researches market trends to understand the complexity of staffing and equitable compensation. Responds in writing or verbally to written and oral requests for information from constituents, peers, employees, and other District and Federal agencies. Coordinates and monitors special projects, as assigned, and works closely with HR staff to ensure the completion of the projects. Coordinates activities with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer to ensure budgeting and staffing are synchronized. Attends meetings and participates, as needed, by making presentations and providing background information.
Qualifications and Education
Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience which is directly related to the position and has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, the incumbent must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licenses/Certifications
Not applicable.
Working Conditions/ Environment
The work is primarily sedentary and is performed in a normal office setting.
Other Significant Facts:
Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday; 8:30 am. – 5 pm.
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-0201-13
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not in a collective bargaining unit
Position Designation: This position has been designated as security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
