Human Resources Specialist

The Human Resources Specialist works directly with employees, the Executive Team, benefits providers and the Administrative Offices of the U.S. Courts. Excellent time management, organizational, communication and critical thinking skills required.

Duties REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Administer, manage and provide assistance to employees in all areas of federal benefits, including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, and retirement. Administer the Worker's Compensation (OWCP) program. Work with employees to ensure timely submission of all documentation to the OWCP and enter quarterly Continuation of Pay (COP) reports. Administer the performance management system regarding employee due dates for promotions, performance evaluations and increases. Process and review personnel and payroll actions such as: change of address, leave without pay (LWOP), direct deposit, W-4 changes, appointments, promotions, and separations. Conduct job analyses and work measurement studies. Develop and update position descriptions and prepare job vacancy announcements as required. Responsible for the advertisement of job vacancies. Manage the employee recognition program and inventory. Review, update and/or develop agency policies and internal controls as needed. Conduct all aspects of new hire recruitment, orientation and on-boarding. Provide assistance and guidance with personnel issues. Develop internal training programs for staff in human resources. Perform other duties as assigned. Salary

• $58,641 - $73,317/year

Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field such as: human resources, business or public administration plus two full years of specialized experience in the functional areas of personnel management and administration such as classification, staffing, training, employee relations, internal controls and policy development that provide knowledge of the rules, regulations, and terminology in personnel administration. Preferred Qualifications: Specialized experience in Federal Benefits management. The successful applicant must possess good multi-tasking management skills, have very strong interpersonal/verbal and written communication skills. The applicant must be a team player and flexible in a changing environment. Attention to detail is critical. This position must undergo a Department of Justice federal background investigation. Appointment will be classified as "provisional" pending the successful completion of the required background investigation. Additionally, incumbent will undergo updated background reinvestigations every five years. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted, tested and/or interviewed. Financial and background check outcomes must be favorable. Financial rating must be in good standing, devoid of late payments and collections. Education All applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and have graduated in good standing. Required Documents Letter of interest, chronological resume, copy most recent performance evaluation, AO 78 Application for Judicial Employment and copy of official college transcripts. How to Apply To be considered for this position, qualified applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes: Letter of Interest; Chronological Resume; Copy of official college transcripts; Copy of most recent performance evaluation; and AO 78, Application for Judicial Employment, found at the following link: https://www.nmpp.uscourts.gov/career-opportunities. Any incomplete packet will result in disqualification. All application documents must be emailed in one PDF only and sent to: uspojobs@nmp.uscourts.gov. Ron Travers Chief U.S. Probation Officer 333 Lomas Blvd. NW, Suite 170 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 Attn: Lisa A. Errico, Human Resources Supervisor