Human Resources Specialist (Generalist)

General Job Information

Job Summary

This position is located in the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) which is responsible for the coordination of violence prevention strategy and programs in the District of Columbia with a focus on utilizing public health approaches to respond to and prevent violence. The Office seeks to reduce violence by identifying, recruiting, and engaging individuals determined to be at high risk of participating in, or being a victim of, violent crime into positive behavioral reinforcement activities.

The Office collaborates with other District government agencies and nonprofit organizations to provide immediate wraparound services to victims and families affected by violent crime. The Office also coordinates with District agencies and community-based organizations to develop violence prevention programs for individuals residing in priority neighborhoods or who are most at risk of participating in, or being a victim of, violent crime, including through the use of financial incentives for participation. The Office develops positive relationships with youth and adults using best practices associated with the intervention and prevention of violence while using positive behavioral reinforcement activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will serve as the Human Resources Specialist for the agency and responsible for providing the full range of technical, assistance, guidance, and advisory services, and resolving human resource and administrative issues and/or problems. The work involves the development and submission of HR (personnel action) requests related to position classification, recruitment, staffing, employee and labor relations, training, wellness, performance management, and other human resource matters. Determines qualification requirements for all levels of jobs, including managerial, supervisory. and nonsupervisory with non-specialized and specialized requirements.

This determination is based on rules, regulations, and industry standards for a variety of positions. Interprets, analyzes, and applies qualification standards, position requirements, job analysis, and evaluation plans. Prepares lists of eligible job applicants in accordance with regulations and policies.Oversees the performance management program for the agency. Works closely with the DCHR and formulates procedures and/or guidelines to ensure the effectiveness and conformance of the program. Serves as the agency's training coordinator and implements a system to identify staff development and training needs relative to the mission and function of the agency or assigned area(s)

Qualifications and Education

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certification

None

Working Conditions/Environment

The work is typically performed in an office or conference room setting; however, site visits outside the organization may be necessary in obtaining information sources.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM

Pay Plan, Series, Grade: CS-0201-13

Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.

Position Destination: This position has been deemed Security Sensitive under the guideline of the DC Personnel Manual.

Incumbents of this position are subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations. Accordingly, incumbents must successfully pass a criminal background and consumer credit check as a condition of employment and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of their tenure.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation