Supervisory HR Specialist (Employee Relations)

Department of Homeland Security

This position is a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Employee Relations) responsible for providing direct supervision and oversight over a team of Employee Relations HRS employees, as well as providing expert advice, training, and support to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) HRSs, supervisors, and managers on resolving workplace issues related to employee conduct and performance. The incumbent performs multiple and complex assignments under the minimal direction of a manager.

• This Supervisory HR Specialist (Employee Relations) position is located under Mission Support/Human Capital division in the Employee Relations Office, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Assists the Branch Manager in: the development and implementation of program policies and procedures for Employee Relations (ER) programs. the review of program operations to identify areas requiring change or new approaches. the coordination of various studies and analyses to assess overall operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Assists the ER Branch Manager in serving as the HC and TSA Employee Relations Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) in meetings with TSA Senior Leadership as well as representatives from DHS and other Federal Agencies. Serves as the first-line supervisor and directs all aspects of the work of subordinate employees including planning and assigning, reviewing and evaluating work and performance, setting priorities, coaching and employee development, approving leave and recommending and/or approving disciplinary actions. Manages allocated resources (staff, budget, equipment, etc.) to organize workload and meet priorities and objectives. Exercises a full range of supervisory and personnel management authorities and responsibilities in directing work of subordinate staff. Coordinates and evaluates subordinates' work to assure balanced workload and timely responses to assigned actions. Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters.

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