Supervisory Human Resources Specialist

The Supervisory Human Resources Specialist position is in the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Department of Administrative Services, Human Resources Office (HRO), Court Human Resources Division. HRO provides human resource program leadership, services, and solutions to enable the U.S. courts and the AO to define, recruit, manage, compensate, reward, develop, and retain a highly skilled workforce.

Duties The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Department of Administrative Services, Human Resources Office (HRO), Court Human Resources Division (CHRD), Staffing Services Branch (SSB) is seeking a self-motivated and highly-organized Supervisory Human Resources Specialist to join its management team. This position reports to the SSB Chief. The SSB provides HR services to the federal judiciary in a fast-paced environment in the areas of personnel action processing, position classification, qualifications analysis, pay setting, eOPF maintenance, leave administration, and policy interpretation and guidance. The Supervisory Human Resources Specialist is responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing the SSB team, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Directing and mentoring SSB team to cultivate a culture of productivity, professional development, exceptional customer service, and aligning team goals with organizational objectives. Overseeing the strategic allocation of work assignments within SSB, ensuring equitable distribution, efficiency, and fostering a robust cross-training and succession planning framework. Leading compliance with AO policies for direct reports concerning leave and attendance, recruitment, performance management, travel, and employee recognition, while implementing best practices for oversight. Acting as the primary liaison with the Payroll Services Branch, Retirement Division, electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPF) team, and the personnel processing team to proactively address processing issues, enhance internal controls, and ensure sustained operational integrity. Providing strategic guidance, training, and counsel to judges, executives, HR professionals, and supervisors across court units on complex HR matters, including recruitment, position qualifications, classification, and compensation, and ensuring adherence to judiciary appointing authorities. Identifying and spearheading the creation and dissemination of comprehensive resources to enhance understanding and compliance with Judicial Conference policy, including checklists, how-to guides, FAQs, manuals, webinars, and training sessions. Ensuring timely and accurate closeout of personnel actions by SSB for each biweekly payroll period and independently resolving complex Judicial Conference policy questions related to appointments, compensation, and separations. Evaluating SSB operations and workflows to identify and implement opportunities for process enhancements that support quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement. Collaborating extensively with other AO staff to ensure the delivery of comprehensive and efficient customer service and fostering a team-oriented environment. Serving as the lead subject matter expert on processing personnel action requests in the human resources management system, driving initiatives to enhance personnel processing functionality, end-user experience, and adherence to Judicial Conference policy. Promoting a positive organizational image, consistently modeling professional and respectful behavior in all interactions with AO and judiciary staff, as well as members of the public. Taking initiative in leading and managing special projects and ensuring successful outcomes that align with strategic objectives. Salary

• $102,415 - $191,965/year

Qualifications Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below: Supervising and directing a team, including providing clear guidance, effective task delegation, and support. Providing strategic guidance, training, and counsel to high-level officials, executives, managers, and human resources staff on complex HR matters, including recruitment, position qualifications, classification, and compensation. Evaluating operations and workflows to identify and implement process enhancements, ensure quality assurance and compliance, and drive continuous improvement. Education This position does not require education to qualify. Required Documents For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required: Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status. Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation. How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 04/30/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. 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. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12925656