Human Resources Specialist

Serves as a Human Resources Specialist (Labor and Employee Relations) for the Alaskan Region HR Services, Labor and Employee Relations Division.

As staff and technical adviser to management in the administration and operation of the regional labor and employee relations programs for the Alaskan Region, incumbent is responsible for the full range of employee relations and labor relations programs. The incumbent researches and produces a wide range of original written documents, including legal briefs and other advocacy materials. Duties include but are not limited to the following tasks: serves as technical authority and provides counsel and assistance to management about union/management relations and grievances, as well as disciplinary, performance-based and other adverse actions; recommends appropriate actions and alternatives; provides counsel and assistance to management and employees on all matters arising under the Agency’s Accountability Board program; provides counsel and assistance in administering a wide number of union contracts; researches and interprets the Federal Labor Management Relations Statute and Merit Systems Protection Board case law; facilitates informal resolutions of grievances and ULPs; and serves as advocate in arbitration hearings and other Third Party Proceedings, including but not limited to Pre-arbitration Review (PAR) meetings.

At the H Band Level, incumbent performs multiple and varying assignments under limited direction of a manager or more experienced professional. Acts as an individual contributor or team member, and may perform some leadership functions on projects/programs within defined area of responsibility. Applies experience and advanced knowledge to plan and accomplish assignments. Demonstrates considerable independence and good judgment in prioritizing work assignments. Assists manager/team leader in utilizing resources to accomplish projects and activities. Communicates with sources both internal and external to the Agency. Although established policies/procedures provide some guidance for most assignments, ambiguities and fluctuations in policies/procedures create discretion for employee to select the most appropriate approach. Resolves most problems and works issues without assistance of manager or team leader. Work is reviewed periodically to ensure timeliness, policy compliance and quality. May perform other related duties as assigned.

At the I Band Level, incumbent performs multiple, varying and complex assignments under minimal direction of a manager, which includes but is not limited to the following: Acts as contributing specialist on large work activities or as a project manager or team leader for large projects/programs/activities. Applies experience and comprehensive knowledge to plan and conduct Labor and Employee Relations functional activities. May be called upon to communicate FAA positions on policies and procedures internally and externally. Develops and recommends approaches, techniques and analysis of novel situations. Work is rarely reviewed, typically through status reports and at project completion to ensure policy compliance and alignment with requirements. Work activities typically support and may be vital to the success of projects or activities for one or more organizational units, major subdivisions, or Lines of Business’ (LOB’s). Work is reviewed periodically to ensure timeliness, policy compliance and quality. Strong communication skills are required for this position.

The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Person selected may be subject to a successful completion of a background investigation
• Total of 1 vacancy that may be filled in specified locations.
• Please read “How to Apply” and “Required Documents” section carefully.
• Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
• Not a virtual/remote position. Individual will have in office presence in selected location.