Supervisory Program Specialist

Quick Facts

• Role: Supervisory Program Specialist

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

• Telework: Situational (ad hoc) telework only; must report to the official duty station each scheduled workday. Case-by-case approvals only.

Description

Provide performance management and technical support for the Regional Office HR program and serve as a key advisor on human resources matters. Plan staffing, evaluate employees, analyze workforce and operational data, and recommend process and policy improvements. Coordinate with the HR Center to support the Director and Division Chiefs on HR program operations and workforce needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan work for subordinates; set and adjust short- and long-range staffing plans based on mission requirements and competency needs

• Evaluate subordinate performance; counsel and instruct employees; interview candidates

• Recommend appointments, promotions, or reassignments

• Hearing and resolve employee complaints; refer unresolved matters to higher-level supervisors/managers

• Conduct data reviews and analysis to identify trends and recommend updates or new processes/procedures

• Effect minor disciplinary measures; propose other actions as needed; identify training and development needs

• Develop performance standards

• Recommend selections for subordinate supervisory positions; reduce bottlenecks and barriers to production; promote team building

• Provide management advisory services to balance organizational strategic goals with HR development programs

• Conduct systemic studies to support management interests

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959

• May be required to serve a 1-year supervisory probationary period

• Subject to background/security investigation

• Complete online onboarding and pre-employment requirements (including I-9)

• Time-in-grade requirement: for GS-13, 52 weeks at GS-12 by the closing date (for current federal GS employees)

• Specialized experience: 1 year (52 weeks) equivalent to GS-12 or higher, including advising management on HR/program operations; analyzing workforce/program data; developing/recommending policies/processes for efficiency; leading/overseeing employees or teams; preparing management briefings

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent—contact the hiring agency for specific benefits.