Summary

The Human Capital Management Division is looking for a senior payroll professional to join our team in delivering a first-class employee experience for our valued and supported employees. Optimum user experience is also key for our customers and other stakeholders. This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, Human Capital Management Division, Payroll and Processing Branch. The selected candidate also serves as Branch Chief.

This job is open to

• Federal employees - Competitive service
  
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
  
  Current excepted service federal employees.

Clarification from the agency

Applications are accepted from all U.S. citizens. Please see detailed guidance regarding employment eligibility under "Requirements."

Please be advised that federal retired annuitant candidates may only be considered as a temporary employee if the role can be filled in that capacity.

Duties

The Supervisory Human Resources Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the operation of AOC's payroll interface with the National Finance Center (NFC) automated payroll operation, utilizing AOC's time and attendance reporting tool and NFC's EmpowHR to process and execute all personnel actions.

Specific responsibilities include the following:

• Coordinate with NFC on adapting payroll and timekeeping coding and other elements to accommodate circumstances that may be unique to AOC's appointment types.
• Responsible for the timely processing and accuracy of payroll and personnel actions, quality control, and effective use and training on NFC's personnel and payroll system and related applications - Information/Research Inquiry System (IRIS), Payroll/Personnel Inquiry System (PINQ), Position Management System (PMSO) and Table Management (TMGT).
• Develop modification requests to the NFC personnel, timekeeping and payroll systems and provides regular user training to managers, supervisors and HCMD staff.
• Collaborate with the Training and Employee Development to design and present user training sessions on the capabilities of these information systems.
• Provide expert advice and development of payroll related policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform careful research to ensure that pay problems are promptly and accurately resolved.
• Direct the daily operations of AOC's automated payroll system with a particular focus on accurate and timely processing of payroll actions.
• Manage the Electronic Official Personnel Folder (eOPFs) system that is used for storage, maintenance and retrieval of personnel records.
• Supervise staff of the Payroll and Processing Branch which administers the processing of personnel actions, storage of automated information and hard-copy documents, and release of information to employees.
• Processes or corrects requests for Personnel Actions (SF-52s) using the NFC EmpowHR mainframe system.
• Develops performance requirements for staff and ensures a mutual understanding of the performance standards, while also providing employee skills enrichment through job related coaching, mentoring and training.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be able to pass a drug test.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.

To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:

• A citizen of the United States;
• A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
• A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
• A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
• A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.

Expertise in the processing of personnel actions, payroll matters, basic pay, premium pay, and relevant time and attendance administration policies. Demonstrated competencies to perform administrative and technical supervisory functions.

Qualifications

You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.

Candidates for the GS-14 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service.

Examples of specialized experience includes the following:

(1) Experience managing federal payroll and personnel operations and leave administration, including overseeing agency-wide payroll related data submissions.

(2) Experience in establishing performance and development goals and objectives to maximize team performance and continuously improve operational efficiency.

(3) Experience applying business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

(4) Experience demonstrating customer service oriented leadership, providing optimal support to internal and external customers and accepting accountability for quality outcomes.

(5) Experience analyzing data in order to draw conclusions and to identify cause and effect relationships to support leadership decisions, recommend a course of action or solve organizational issues.

(6) Experience ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability regarding payroll data.

Education

A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university is desired.

Additional information

Welcome Veterans. The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) gives veterans' preference rights in the legislative branch to certain veterans as applied by the Congressional Accountability Act. Veterans' preference is applied on this vacancy announcement. If you are a veteran and have been separated under honorable conditions, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility; SF-15, if applicable; and Department of Veterans Affairs documentation of disability, if applicable. For more information, please visit http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.asp#6.

If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information.

DRUG TESTING: The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is a Drug Free Workplace. As part of the AOC's suitability assessment, a candidate tentatively selected for a position who is not currently an AOC employee is required to submit to screening for illegal drug use. Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of employment with the Agency. A candidate must test negative prior to being eligible for appointment into a position. We will schedule, provide and cover the cost for the drug test.

The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police and satisfactory adjudication to be eligible for employment at the Architect of the Capitol.

The Architect of the Capitol is an E-VERIFY Participant. E-VERIFY is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment authorization in the United States. If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the DHS Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" electronic system. For more information on E-Verify, please visit http://www.dhs.gov/files/programs/gc_1185221678150.shtm

The Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information and/or disability.

This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Moving expenses are not authorized.

Relocation expenses are not authorized.

Probationary Period - A newly appointed selectee is subject to the completion of a one-year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether or not a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal agency.

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies in any of the jurisdictions of the Architect of the Capitol.

All application materials become the property of the Architect of the Capitol.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.
  
  The AOC offers:
  
  
  • Competitive salary, comprehensive retirement plan, monetary and non-monetary awards, and other employee recognition.
  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance options as well as flexible spending accounts; the government shares the cost of health and life insurance premiums.
  • Training and developmental opportunities.
  • Flexible work hours, subsidized transportation options and paid annual and sick leave and holidays.
  • Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and work schedule. Contact the hiring agency for more information on specific benefits offered.
  
  
  The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Review your resume and responses carefully. Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume and your responses to job specific self-assessment questions.

Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) for this position, possession of any specialized experience, and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. The self-assessment questions relate to the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:

• Ability to supervise automated payroll and personnel processing operations.
• Leadership Skills - Ability to motivate staff and provide direction and vision.
• Expert knowledge of Federal and agency specific laws, regulations, policies and directives on payroll-related topics.
• Proven ability in providing excellent customer and personal services to include customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Skill in developing networks to build strategic relationships with team members and key client stakeholders and develop innovative thought and action to identify business solutions and achieve common goals.
• Effective Communication Skills - Ability to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Ability to create well-written documents and reports.

Your responses to the self-assessment questions serve as the basis for your initial rating. You will receive a numerical score based on your responses to these questions. Next, your responses will be evaluated by a Human Resources Specialist and/or a subject matter expert against the information provided in your resume and optional cover letter. Your resume must support your answers to the self-assessment questions. Falsifying your background, education and/or experience is cause for non-selection or disqualification from further consideration.

Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the "Required Documents" section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application).

You may preview questions for this vacancy.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.
  
  The AOC offers:
  
  
  • Competitive salary, comprehensive retirement plan, monetary and non-monetary awards, and other employee recognition.
  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance options as well as flexible spending accounts; the government shares the cost of health and life insurance premiums.
  • Training and developmental opportunities.
  • Flexible work hours, subsidized transportation options and paid annual and sick leave and holidays.
  • Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and work schedule. Contact the hiring agency for more information on specific benefits offered.
  
  
  The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• 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.
  
  The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) job application process is designed to ensure you only provide information necessary to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position vacancy.
  
  To apply for this position, you only need to submit: a) your resume and b) answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant information. No additional documentation or attachments are required at the time of application.
  
  Your resume should list your education, training and work experience including job titles, employment dates, duties and accomplishments.
  
  Nothing further is required until it is requested by AOC's Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for the position, you will be asked to provide it during the interview or selection process. At that time, you may be asked to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
  
  For example, you may be asked to provide a copy of your diploma, college transcripts, or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires licensure or certification, you will be asked to provide proof at the time of selection.
  
  If Veterans' preference is claimed, you will be asked to submit proof (DD-214, and, if claiming a 10-point preference, a SF-15 and the proof required by that form).
  
  Failure to provide the required documents will end further consideration and/or result in the withdrawal of any tentative job offers.
• How to Apply
  
  You MUST apply online. FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
  
  If you are a new user to the USAJOBS Site and have never registered for an account; you will first need to create an account profile with your basic contact information and a resume to begin applying. You must be a registered USAJOBS user AND you must be signed-in to your account in order to apply for this position. For help with setting up an account or for general assistance in using USAJOBS, go to USAJOBS Help Page.
  
  NEED HELP?
  If you experience any difficulties with the application site, help is available! If you have problems completing your on-line application, contact the Monster Hiring Management Help Desk at 1-866-656-6831 or by e-mail at MGSHELP@monster.com. The help desk is available Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. You may call and leave a voice mail message at all other times.
  
  All required supporting documents will be collected electronically via the USAJOBS "Saved Documents" feature.
  
  If you are unable to apply on-line, you may call (202) 226-7000 for instructions.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Tamara Baptist
  
  Phone
  
  202.445.5319
  
  Fax
  202-226-9755
  Email
  
  tamara.baptist@aoc.gov
  
  Address
  
  Architect of the Capitol
  
  2nd and D Street, S.W.
  
  Washington, District of Columbia 20515
  
  United States
  
  Next steps
  
  You will receive a notice generated by the USAJOBS System when you have successfully submitted your application. We will review your application and transcript(s) (if you are qualifying based on education) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements.
  
  You can check the status of your application by logging into http://www.usajobs.gov. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application has changed by logging into your USAJOBS Account, editing your profile and changing the 'Notification Settings' to indicate that you want to be notified by email when the status changes. Information regarding the status of your application should be updated in the system within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this job announcement.
• 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

Required Documents

The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) job application process is designed to ensure you only provide information necessary to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position vacancy.

To apply for this position, you only need to submit: a) your resume and b) answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant information. No additional documentation or attachments are required at the time of application.

Your resume should list your education, training and work experience including job titles, employment dates, duties and accomplishments.

Nothing further is required until it is requested by AOC's Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for the position, you will be asked to provide it during the interview or selection process. At that time, you may be asked to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.

For example, you may be asked to provide a copy of your diploma, college transcripts, or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires licensure or certification, you will be asked to provide proof at the time of selection.

If Veterans' preference is claimed, you will be asked to submit proof (DD-214, and, if claiming a 10-point preference, a SF-15 and the proof required by that form).

Failure to provide the required documents will end further consideration and/or result in the withdrawal of any tentative job offers.

How to Apply

You MUST apply online. FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

If you are a new user to the USAJOBS Site and have never registered for an account; you will first need to create an account profile with your basic contact information and a resume to begin applying. You must be a registered USAJOBS user AND you must be signed-in to your account in order to apply for this position. For help with setting up an account or for general assistance in using USAJOBS, go to USAJOBS Help Page.

NEED HELP?
If you experience any difficulties with the application site, help is available! If you have problems completing your on-line application, contact the Monster Hiring Management Help Desk at 1-866-656-6831 or by e-mail at MGSHELP@monster.com. The help desk is available Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. You may call and leave a voice mail message at all other times.

All required supporting documents will be collected electronically via the USAJOBS "Saved Documents" feature.

If you are unable to apply on-line, you may call (202) 226-7000 for instructions.

Agency contact information

Tamara Baptist

Phone

202.445.5319

Fax
202-226-9755
Email

tamara.baptist@aoc.gov

Address

Architect of the Capitol

2nd and D Street, S.W.

Washington, District of Columbia 20515

United States

Next steps

You will receive a notice generated by the USAJOBS System when you have successfully submitted your application. We will review your application and transcript(s) (if you are qualifying based on education) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements.

You can check the status of your application by logging into http://www.usajobs.gov. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application has changed by logging into your USAJOBS Account, editing your profile and changing the 'Notification Settings' to indicate that you want to be notified by email when the status changes. Information regarding the status of your application should be updated in the system within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this job announcement.

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