VCS - Human Resources Specialist - Performance Systems

Department of Veterans Affairs

Now hiring: The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is currently recruiting for the Human Resources Specialist - Performance Management position within our Human Resources Division.

• Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Performance Management Guidance: Advise managers, supervisors, and employees on performance management policies, procedures, and best practices. Deliver individual and group training as needed. Policy Interpretation & Compliance: Interpret OPM, Workforce Management Consulting (WMC), and VA performance management policies. Collaborate with WMC to maintain and distribute performance standards across all VCS locations. Performance Cycle Administration: Monitor annual performance plans, mid-year reviews, and year-end appraisals to ensure timely completion. Process performance plan closeouts and summary ratings in accordance with policy. Quality Assurance: Review performance appraisals for technical accuracy and policy compliance before they are issued to employees. Performance Awards Coordination: Coordinate with leadership on performance award budgets and payouts. Prepare reports to support award processing and decision-making. Performance Improvement Support: Guide managers on addressing performance concerns and assist with documentation and processing of unsatisfactory performance actions. Program Analysis & Process Improvement: Analyze performance management data to identify trends, resolve issues, and recommend process improvements that enhance program efficiency and compliance. Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.

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