Human Resources Specialist

Summary

The Human Resources Specialist provides administrative and technical support for a full range of human resources services.

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

06/21/2024 to 09/20/2024

• Salary

$47,966 - $77,966 per year

This job uses the Court Personnel System (CPS) pay scale.

• Pay scale & grade

CL 25

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

• New Orleans, LA

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• Travel Required

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Permanent

• At-Will

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

25 - Promotion potential without further competition.

• Job family (Series)

0201 Human Resources Management

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Other

• Drug test

No

• Announcement number

5-2024

• Control number

797096000

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This job is open to

• The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open until filled. A Sensitive Background Check is required.

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Duties

The incumbent provides administrative and technical support for a full range of human resources services that includes, but is not limited to benefits administration, leave administration, recruitment activities, workers compensation, personnel action processing, and records maintenance. The incumbent must provide excellent customer service; have the ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters; have outstanding clerical, verbal, and written communication skills; be detailed-oriented and highly organized; be dependable and have the ability to work independently; be a problem solver who is results oriented; and hold themselves accountable to high professional standards of performance and conduct. The Human Resources Specialist is part of the Administrative Services team and reports to the Administrative Services Supervisor. The incumbent may be permitted telework opportunities upon completion of training and in accordance with the office's telework policy.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking United States citizenship.

The successful candidate will be offered employment based on a satisfactory background check and investigation.

Employees serve under "Excepted Appointments" and are considered "At-Will" employees.

Qualifications

• Two-years general clerical experience and one-year progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience that provided knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures, and practices of human resources and involved the routine use of computer-based systems such as word processing, spreadsheets, or database applications.

• Fast and accurate data entry skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and working in a Windows environment.

• Ability to process a large quantity of work quickly and efficiently with meticulous attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member to achieve a common goal.

• Proven automation and technology proficiency with a working knowledge of database applications.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional information

Additional information including the full vacancy announcement can be obtained at https://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.

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• Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment and cover letter.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and a completed AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment, by email as a single PDF to Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov. Please reference the vacancy number for which you are applying in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additional information including the AO78 application form can be obtained on the Fifth Circuit website, https://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/.

Agency contact information

Human Resources

Email Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov

Address US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Clerks Office

600 South Maestri Place

New Orleans, LA 70130

US

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Next steps

Applicants will be initially evaluated on how well they meet the qualifications above.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Court will only communicate with qualified applicants who will be considered for this position. Qualified applicants chosen for consideration are subject to testing for relevant skills. When applicable, applicants are selected for interviews based upon test scores.

• Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• Financial suitability

• New employee probationary period

• Privacy Act

• Reasonable accommodation policy

• Selective Service

• Signature and false statements

• Social security number request

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Required Documents

AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment and cover letter.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and a completed AO78, Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment, by email as a single PDF to Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov. Please reference the vacancy number for which you are applying in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additional information including the AO78 application form can be obtained on the Fifth Circuit website, https://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/.

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Agency contact information

Human Resources

Email Clerk_HR@ca5.uscourts.gov

Address US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Clerks Office

600 South Maestri Place

New Orleans, LA 70130

US

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Applicants will be initially evaluated on how well they meet the qualifications above.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Court will only communicate with qualified applicants who will be considered for this position. Qualified applicants chosen for consideration are subject to testing for relevant skills. When applicable, applicants are selected for interviews based upon test scores.

Read more

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• Financial suitability

• New employee probationary period

• Privacy Act

• Reasonable accommodation policy

• Selective Service

• Signature and false statements

• Social security number request

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

06/21/2024 to 09/20/2024

• Salary

$47,966 - $77,966 per year

This job uses the Court Personnel System (CPS) pay scale.

• Pay scale & grade

CL 25

• Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

• New Orleans, LA

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

• Travel Required

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Permanent

• At-Will

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Excepted

• Promotion potential

25 - Promotion potential without further competition.

• Job family (Series)

0201 Human Resources Management

• Supervisory status

No

• Security clearance

Other

• Drug test

No

• Announcement number

5-2024

• Control number

797096000

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/797096000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.