Human Resources Specialist

JobSummary

This position is located in the Office of Human Resources (OHR), Office of Deputy Staff Director (DSD) for Management and Administration, Federal Election Commission. The OHR is a dynamic, team-oriented environment of dedicated professionals focused on providing excellent human resource services to all agency employees. In this position, you will serve as a Human Resources (HR) Specialist with primary responsibility for the agency's leave and work-life programs.

LowGrade

12

HighGrade

13

PromotionPotential

13

OrganizationCodes

OT/LF00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

• overseas
• fed-competitive
• fed-excepted
• disability
• fed-internal-search
• mspouse
• peace
• special-authorities
• vet

MCOTags

TotalOpenings

1

AgencyMarketingStatement

The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is an independent federal agency with exclusive jurisdiction over the administration, interpretation, and civil enforcement of the Federal Election Campaign Act, which requires disclosure of campaign contributions and expenditures by candidates for Federal office and committees supporting those candidates, and imposes limitations on the amount and sources of such contributions. The FEC also administers the federal programs that provide public funding to qualified candidates for President and Vice President. By ensuring that the required campaign finance disclosures are made and that the campaign finance rules are effectively and fairly enforced, the Commission seeks to foster the electorate's confidence in the integrity of the nation's political process. The FEC is headed by six Commissioners, no more than three of whom may represent the same political party, who are appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate.

TravelCode

0

ApplyOnlineUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/Apply

DetailStatusUrl

https://apply.usastaffing.gov/Application/ApplicationStatus

MajorDuties

• As the Human Resources Specialist in this position, you will: Assist with administering the agency's leave and work-life programs, and advise FEC Commissioners, management, OHR, and staff on all aspects of these HR programs, including, but not limited to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave under FMLA, Voluntary Leave Transfer Program, earned leave and leave without pay administration, ad hoc leave flexibilities, temporary leave programs, the telework program, worker's compensation, and nursing employees' program. Provide advice and policy interpretation, counsels employees and managers. Serve as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) coordinator, connecting employees to services, providing trainings, and serving as liaison for important agency EAP needs, such as death in service cases. Evaluate and interpret legislation, regulatory, and/or policy guidance affecting HR program areas. Conduct program analysis, data analysis, and report writing to meet internal reporting required by collective bargaining agreements and senior leadership, fulfilling data requests from other offices and the bargaining union, and preparing a high volume of ad hoc and annual reports and responses required by Congress and other federal agencies.

Education

There is no education requirement or substitution for this position.

Requirements

Evaluations

Once the announcement closes, we will conduct a review of your application package to verify your eligibility and qualifications. If you are found qualified, your application will move forward to additional phases of the review process which will determine the best qualified candidates. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

HowToApply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/15/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

WhatToExpectNext

Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Additional phases of the review process will determine the best qualified candidates, and whether or not your application is referred to the selecting official. You will be contacted directly if further evaluation or an interview is required. You will receive notifications by email about the status of your application throughout this process.

RequiredDocuments

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package including the documents listed below. We strongly encourage applicants to doublecheck that all required items are properly submitted to ensure consideration. Your Resume listing hours worked per week, dates of employment (month/year) and duties performed for each position held. Limit your resume to 2 pages or less. Cover Letter which addresses the competencies identified in the Qualifications section above. Please limit your cover letter to 2 pages. Other supporting documents if applicable: Veteran's documents (if claiming preference or applying under VEOA or 30% disabled veteran eligibility): DD-214 including character of service, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions within 120 days, and if applicable, SF-15 Form, VA letter, or other documentation required by that form. Current Federal Employees, including current FEC employees and those eligible for transfer: To claim Transfer eligibility, you must confirm you are a current federal employee on a permanent competitive or excepted service appointment. SF50- You must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50), or equivalent personnel action, reflecting your permanent competitive or excepted service status with Block 24 as "Tenure 1 or 2" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." No award SF-50s will be accepted as proof of eligibility.(Note: In addition to submitting your most recent SF-50, if you have held a higher grade than the one you're applying for on a permanent basis, please submit an SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, which documents the highest grade you have held on a permanent basis). Performance Appraisal- You must submit a copy of your most recent signed and completed annual performance appraisal which includes the final rating. Former Federal Employee Eligible for FEC Reinstatement: To claim Reinstatement eligibility, you must confirm you were formerly employed as a federal civilian on a permanent competitive or excepted service appointment but are not currently a permanent competitive or excepted service federal employee. SF50- You must submit a copy of your most recent Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50), or equivalent personnel action, reflecting your permanent competitive or excepted service status reflecting one of the criteria listed below: You are a former Federal employee who previously attained Career status identified on your last Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) in Block 24 as "Tenure 1" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." You are a former Federal employee without veterans' preference who separated within the past three years and previously attained Career-Conditional status as identified on your last SF-50 in Block 24 as "Tenure 2" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." You are a former Federal employee with veterans' preference who previously attained Career-Conditional status identified on your last SF-50 in Block 24 as "Tenure 2" and in Block 34 as "Competitive Service" or "Excepted Service." In addition to submitting your most recent SF-50, if you have held a higher grade level on a permanent basis please submit your SF-50, or equivalent personnel action, which documents the highest grade you have held on a permanent basis. Performance Appraisal- You must submit a copy of your most recent signed and completed annual performance appraisal which includes the final rating. Certain Family Members of Overseas Employees Eligible under E.O. 12721: You must submit your most recent non-award SF-50 and a copy of your most recent signed and completed annual performance appraisal which includes the final rating. Certain Military Spouses Eligible under E.O. 13473: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, issued within the last 2 years, that lists you as authorized to accompany the Military member to the new duty permanent station; OR verification of the member's 100% disability (VA Letter); and/or verification of the member's death while on active duty (DD-1300 and Death Certificate) AND verification of the marriage to the service member (i.e., a marriage license or other legal documentation verifying marriage). Peace Corps volunteers and VISTA members: submit a copy of your description of service or other proof of non-competitive eligibility. If you are a former Peace Corps volunteer or VISTA member who is requesting an extension of your non-competitive eligibility, please also provide the necessary documentation to support your request. Schedule A, Persons with Disabilities Appointment Eligibles: Schedule A letter from a physician, local, state or federal rehabilitation or benefits office citing disability - eligibility under 5 CFR 213.3102 (u).

Benefits

OtherInformation

This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. FEC offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules, telework and transportation subsidies. If you receive a tentative offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: The following links contain information on the eligibility requirements to be considered under a noncompetitive appointing authority: Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

KeyRequirements

WithinArea

False

CommuteDistance

0

ServiceType

02

AnnouncementClosingType

01

AgencyContactEmail

SASBMailbox@opm.gov

AgencyContactPhone

816-541-8101

SecurityClearance

Not Required

DrugTestRequired

False

AdjudicationType