WHS HR II - DE/DEU Cert required

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What You’ll DoCEC is seeking an experienced DE-Certified Federal HR Staffing Specialist to support Washington Headquarters Services, Human Resources Directorate (WHS/HRD) under a Department of Defense contract. You will join a high-impact team delivering cradle-to-grave federal staffing and classification services, supporting mission-critical hiring initiatives under the Department of Defense’s accelerated 60-day hiring model.
Location: Hybrid - Alexandria VA (one week telework / on week onsite)Salary: $105,000 - $115,000
Key ResponsibilitiesManage 25–30 active hiring actions across all phases of the recruitment lifecycleCollaborate with hiring managers on job analyses, assessments, and recruitment strategiesCreate and post vacancy announcements in USA Staffing (USAS)Use DoD HR systems — the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) and automated staffing tools — to streamline the hiring processReview applicant eligibility and qualifications, applying specialized experience and veterans’ preference criteriaIssue certificates of eligibles under delegated examining authorityCoordinate tentative and final job offers and onboarding stepsRespond to inquiries from applicants, hiring managers, and stakeholdersParticipate in hiring process improvement initiatives, SOP updates, and policy documentationWork within the timelines established by the DoD 60-Day Hiring ModelEnsure compliance with merit system principles and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) lawsMaintain daily updates in the hiring tracking tool to keep actions aligned with 60-day time-to-hire goalsRequirementsActive Delegated Examining (DEU) certification, current and unexpiredThree (3) years of hands-on federal staffing and recruitment experience, including personally issuing certificates of eligiblesIn-depth knowledge of federal hiring authorities (e.g., DE, MP, DHA, Pathways, Schedule A)Demonstrated working experience in USA Staffing (USAS) and DCPDSWorking knowledge of federal HR regulations, including Title 5, DCIPS, and CESSecret-eligible with the ability to obtain and maintain an interim SecretStrong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skillsBachelor’s degree preferredPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting DoD or WHS environmentsFamiliarity with direct-hire recruiting events and LinkedIn talent miningKnowledge of performance metrics related to time-to-hire, certificate quality, and complianceExperience working at the intersection of classification and staffingWhat We OfferCompetitive benefits packageMedical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company matchPaid time off (PTO)Flexible schedule within core business hours (6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday)A direct role in a high-profile DoD hiring reform initiativeCEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. xzbcwsv Background checks and a drug-free workplace are required.