Total 40 Human Resources job vacancies in Palo Alto, California

• The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.
• The duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Performs fact-finding and research to develop background information for formulating or revising segments of personnel policies, programs, and procedures
• Assesses need for, recommends, and writes Agency regulations, instructions, notices, policies, programmatic and procedural guides, and memorandum on various personnel subjects
• Represents Programs in external staff meetings, conferences, consultations and coordination with OPM, USDA, other Federal Agencies, and non-Federal organizations.
• Develops and delivers presentations and briefings to managers, supervisors, or employees.
• Development of visual aids, handouts, charts, and reference on various personnel subjects.
• Assesses need for and recommends subject-matter training for MMA officials. Researches, analyzes, and develops material training sessions.
• Provides technical advice and assistance to management on the interpretation and implementation of new and/or substantially revised personnel laws, regulations, policies

• The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.
• The duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Performs fact-finding and research to develop background information for formulating or revising segments of personnel policies, programs, and procedures
• Assesses need for, recommends, and writes Agency regulations, instructions, notices, policies, programmatic and procedural guides, and memorandum on various personnel subjects
• Represents Programs in external staff meetings, conferences, consultations and coordination with OPM, USDA, other Federal Agencies, and non-Federal organizations.
• Develops and delivers presentations and briefings to managers, supervisors, or employees.
• Development of visual aids, handouts, charts, and reference on various personnel subjects.
• Assesses need for and recommends subject-matter training for MMA officials. Researches, analyzes, and develops material training sessions.
• Provides technical advice and assistance to management on the interpretation and implementation of new and/or substantially revised personnel laws, regulations, policies

This Supervisory Human Resources Specialist position is located Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:

• Functions as the airport subject matter expert (SME) on human capital core functions to ensure compliance with the Office of Human Capital (OHC) directives, policies, guidance, procedures and requirements.
• Provides advice and guidance to junior specialists, professionals, managers, employees and external representatives to resolve problems not always susceptible to treatment by standards.
• Identifies and proposes solutions to complex issues and concerns where previous studies and established techniques require modification and adaptation.
• Reviews policies and precedents in order to make a recommendation for applying them to sensitive or controversial cases or problems.
• Conducts research and evaluates options for use in implementing OHC programs and policies.
• Uses human resources expertise to recommend best option and coordinate or direct program/policy implementation.
• Advises management regarding current policies and procedures.
• Provides sound interpretation and guidance regarding the application of HR related policies and procedures.
• Manages allocated resources (staff, budget, equipment, etc.) to accomplish work and objectives of the component, program or project. Requests additional resources, as necessary.
• Contributes to the planning process for budgetary, equipment/supplies and human resources needs, as assigned.
• Applies expert knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed (employee relations principles and practices, appeals and grievance processes, OWCP, position management, staffing, human resources concepts, and best practices) using knowledge of case laws (MSPB) and precedents, government regulations, executive orders and agency rules.
• Serves as the Employee Relations and OWCP consultant to the FSD and other management members; coordinates with other HR functions; and analyzes and works to resolve particularly complex and sensitive problems and issues.
• Provides advice and assistance to management regarding appropriate disciplinary and adverse actions. Identifies and provides guidance on fitness for duty and FMLA issues.

As a Human Resources Specialist (Classification) at the GS-0201-12/13, some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Classification and Position Management:
  • Analyze and evaluate complex classification issues, ensuring compliance with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) standards.
  • Develop, review, and certify position descriptions across various occupational series and grade levels up to GS-15.
  • Conduct desk audits and recommend authoritative solutions to improve position management.
• Organizational Design and Consultation:
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to implement organizational realignments and workforce planning initiatives.
  • Provide expert guidance on position management, organizational restructuring, and the development of mission-critical structures.
  • Interpret and apply Federal HR regulations, offering innovative solutions to address classification and position management challenges.
• Advisory and Strategic Planning:
  • Advise managers on classification appeals, regulatory compliance, and effective workforce strategies.
  • Conduct special studies to evaluate the effectiveness of HR programs and recommend strategic improvements.
  • Maintain and update organizational charts and mission/functional statements to reflect operational needs.

• This is a Permanent appointment in the competitive service with a full-time work schedule.
• By applying for this position with SBA's People Operations Disaster Division - PODD, you can enjoy challenging but satisfying work and join a highly motivated and diverse team that helps families and businesses rebuild their lives after a disaster.
• Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur within 180 days from the closing date.
• Mandatory Overtime: In order to respond quickly and efficiently to disaster survivors, substantial compensated overtime hours may be required during heightened disaster activities.
• This position is not included in a bargaining unit.

• Impactful Leadership: Influence organizational structures and ensure the efficiency of SBA's disaster assistance programs.
• Professional Growth: Join a forward-thinking HR team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Mission-Driven Work: Support disaster recovery efforts across the nation and make a tangible difference in communities.

• You will interpret Human Resources concepts, laws, regulations, rules, principles, practices.
• You will utilize automated technology to produce documents, charts, graphs and presentations and use data management tools to research, organize and analyze personnel information.
• You will provide advice and assistance on a one or more of the Human Resources functional areas such as staffing/employment, classification, compensation, performance management, and employee relations.
• You will assist hiring managers with recruitment and staffing.

As a Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Benefits) within the Office of Human Resources, some of your specific duties will include:

• Plans the work, establishes work standards, provides job priorities, and evaluates performance.
• Provides technical guidance for the duties related to team support, gives guidance on new or revised procedures, regulations, and directives.
• Serves as an authoritative advisor on benefits and retirement policies, standards, and procedures by analyzing new policies or changing procedures, preparing educational information and communication documents, and counseling employees.
• Provides advice to employees, supervisors, and other HR staff on complex and sensitive cases involving benefits and retirement programs.
• Explains benefits and retirement policies and procedures to counsel employees, family members and others.
• Assists employees and family members with the preparation of benefits and retirement forms, applications and other required documentation.

• Plans and tracks work to be accomplished, sets workload priorities and deadlines, makes assignments based on capability and expertise. Sets work standards and processes and evaluates/reviews performance of employees.
• Responsible for ensuring all personnel management actions are in accordance with merit principles and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) program guidance.
• Responsible for the technical and administrative supervision of a staff of HR Specialists, HR Assistants and/or Supervisory HR Specialists which comprise the Human Resources program for the servicing organization.
• Responsible for carrying out the full range of program management operations for the Branch including staffing and placement, employee and labor relations, training and development, outreach, program evaluation, program planning and budgeting.
• The incumbent is responsible for organizing and coordinating the administration of these functions with full delegation of responsibility and authority to meet the operating goals and requirements of the organization.
• Ensures all programs are run in accordance with merit system principles and DOI/BLM policies.
• Carries out supervisory duties in accordance with regulatory requirements in areas such as Diversity and EEO; Internal Management controls; Merit Systems Principles; Safety and Occupational Health obligations; Effective Performance Management.

Incumbent is responsible for the supervision and operation of all Camp Pendleton and Barstow Fitness, Human Performance and Resiliency programs, services, events and facilities.  Ensures operating standards of Fitness Facilities, outdoor training centers, Human Performance Centers and the Human Performance Program, strength and conditioning programs, and fitness programs are compliant with Marine Corps orders, safety regulations, Semper Fit and Marine Corps initiatives, unit needs, leadership and command deck direction. This area of responsibility spans 120 miles.  Incumbent is responsible for the oversight of Marines and civilian staff members and directly supervises NF-4 supervisors and GS-11 supervisors.  Responsible for hiring, disciplinary action and performance of employees within the above listed program areas. Responsible for all staff training, development and mentoring.  Plans and schedules work assignments for the managers and oversees scheduling of all the staff. Establishes policies and procedures that shape the Human Performance & Resiliency Department programs, facilities and services to meet the command and patron needs for more than 2 million annual patrons. Serves as the command expert on all WARR programs issues, requirements, priorities, methodologies, program coordination, quality and effectiveness. Assures department efforts are aligned with the Marine Corps Total Fitness (MCTF) strategies and objectives.  Continually evaluates needs and analyzes data to maximize efficiencies and determine program needs.  Advocates for all programs at command levels to help maximize impact, funding and relevancy.

Responsible for the oversight of a seven million dollar inventory of fitness equipment across thirteen fitness and outdoor training facilities.  Tracks and analyzes equipment data for use, popularity, shelf life and repair costs.   Analysis of inventory trends to determine efficiencies, prudent equipment purchases and timely replacements.

Advocates for renovation and construction projects at facilities to include funding for more than one million dollars annually.  Submits plans and coordinates execution of all new construction and renovation projects within the department.  Responsible for design and selection of all components of the construction projects, coordination with construction crews, patrons and commands for execution.

Ensures that all staff complies with all relevant Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), Marine Corps, MCCS and Semper Fit Division instructions, policies, orders and regulations. Works to resolve conflicts with patrons, staff, facilities and supporting entities as they arise. 

Acts as liaison with other Semper Fit departments in the creation, implementation and staffing of Semper Fit Division special events.  Helps coordinate services and events with other MCCS divisions to maximize impact of programs.  Provides input and direction to Semper Fit Tactical Strategic Plan to help shape the direction and relevancy of Semper Fit programs.  Promotes Semper Fit programs to commands, units and leadership.

Applies specialized knowledge and experience to meet goals and requirements in order to establish effective programs and facilities.  Collects data and research from staff members, outside organizations and Marine Corps entities to determine industry best practices and shape the departments¿ facilities and programing. Utilizes data collected to develop department strategic plan and directs staff to execute. Ensures programs compliance with appropriate governing bodies and Marine Corps policies and regulations, serves as an expert to headquarters Marine Corps in the development of programing and facilities.  Works with TECOM Human Performance Division to provide services and programs to support the fitness needs of the Marines. 

Works with MCIWEST and Headquarters Marine Corps on regional and enterprise wide taskers and policies to shape WARR programs to include fitness facilities, strength and conditioning programs, and human performance programs for the Marine Corps enterprise. 

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner.  Checks for satisfaction on the quality of goods and services. Takes action to solve problems quickly.  Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.

• Subject matter expert and sole Human Resources Assistant (Military) in a unit overseeing the Cadet ROTC program.
• Directs interpretation and application of regulatory guidance, identifies solutions, and advises on policy compliance.
• Manage enrollment documents to coordinate training and resolve disenrollment while liaising with other recruiters for Cadet placement.
• Processes scholarship forms, counsels on program requirements, initiates reimbursements, and verifies financial payments for contracted Cadets.
• May serve as a Unit Prevention Leader, ensuring testing compliance and coordination of assigned duties.
• Monitors Cadet life cycle, advises on academic performance, and coordinates Human Resource Support efforts within the task force.

• You will analyze past and current Employee Relations functional data and proposes strategies to address and improve areas of responsibility.
• You will research and analyze administrative case law to develop defensible solutions to problems that are less well defined and where precedential cases and guidelines are not always directly applicable.
• You will advise leaders on establishing performance plans, developing critical elements, evaluating employees during the appraisal process; and addressing employee performance issues.
• You will provide management advisory services in coaching, counseling, and recognizing top performers and taking appropriate actions on performance issues.
• You will develop and conduct initial/refresher training sessions covering a variety of Employee Relations topics for both employees and supervisors across the enterprise.
• You will assist in audits, assessments and assist visits, as required, providing requested documentation and data, responding to inquiries, providing administrative support as necessary and taking corrective action as required.

• You will perform job analyses and determine most efficient method to fill vacancies and meet human resources needs for organizations serviced.
• You will prepare and review position and/or job descriptions, coordinate desk audit requests with NAVFAC Center of Expertise (COE) and assist/conduct audits.
• You will provide advisory classification services and position management support in resolving problems.
• You will provide advisory services on recruitment and placement issues.
• You will explain the recruitment process to managers and employees.
• You will provide advice and assist management and personnel in matters regarding administration of pay laws, rules and regulations.

• Develop, review, recommend, and modify geospatial program policies, standards, methods, controls, and procedures.
• Resolve complex problems affecting geospatial modeling, analysis, applications, and technology.
• Serve as a consultant and advisor regarding geospatial and ecological modeling and analysis that supports a range of natural resources planning and science activities over a wide geographic area.
• Initiate, formulate, plan, and execute a variety of geospatial assessments and projects that analyze and model natural and human-induced processes and biological and physical components of ecosystems at a variety of temporal and spatial scale
• Analyze and evaluate current geospatial practices and future needs at the state and/or regional level and recommend appropriate resource management strategies to address those needs.
• Provide research results, knowledge, and new technologies to resource staff and field users by means such as technical publications, presentations, training sessions, web, and social media.
• Instruct others in how geospatial science, technology, and data can: characterize and impact ecosystem processes; quantify habitat conditions for variety of species; and monitor natural resource conditions at a variety of temporal and spatial scales.
• Coordinate activities with other agencies, interest groups, and natural resources personnel with the goal of integrating landscape data into BLM.

• You will serve as an action officer to major Workforce Relations and Compensation (WRAC) division programs, including Employee Relations and Labor Relations.
• You will provide technical advice and operational guidance in WRAC program areas and participate in the development, execution, evaluation and oversight of WRAC programs.
• You will plan and carry out projects or portions of broader assignments to resolve complex tasking at the headquarters level, and analyze issues/problems and develop recommendations and solutions for implementation.
• You will develop, update and interpret WRAC policies and standard processes, and facilitate communication with Commands and subordinate organizations and other Federal agencies on matters associated with WRAC programs.
• You will monitor and analyze data for significant anomalies and trends, including raw data, analysis, findings, conclusions and recommendations for strategic solutions, interventions and expanding best practices.
• You will provide reports, studies and briefings on WRAC programs in general.

• You will apply basic Human Resources (HR) regulations, rules and procedures to perform a wide variety of functions in support of recruitment and placement operations.
• You will generate and prepare reports by extracting data and creating spreadsheets, using these reports to verify accuracy of information within database.
• You will input and manipulate data to ensure accurate processing of a full range of personnel actions. Actions may range from accessions, separations, position changes, reassignments, realignments, promotions, and transfers.
• You will consolidate records for employees who have transferred from other Agencies to ensure leave, retirement and other information accrues accurately.
• You will apply pay setting rules for general schedule employees for adherence to regulatory requirements.

• You will provide Employee Relations and Labor Relations assistance to managers for assigned organizations.
• You will provide support to the merit and requirements for successfully initiating the effecting disciplinary and adverse actions.
• You will conduct extensive research into factual case law; develop case theory including anticipation of counterarguments for grievances; present cases to leadership and management officials.
• You will serve as technical advisor in hearings or proceedings before Federal Labor Relations Authority on issues such as Unfair Labor Practices, Negotiability Disputes and Representation Cases.
• You will ensure personnel actions are coordinated and executed by the Office of Civilian Human Resources (OCHR) Operations Center.
• You will advise management on conduct, performance matters, medical related matters, leave programs, administrative and negotiated grievances.
• You will serve as technical advisor, negotiating team member or chief spokesperson in contract renegotiations, mid-term bargaining, and impact negotiations