Duties

The Human Resources Director plans, develops, coordinates and administers the services, policies, and programs comprising an effective and full-service human resources management program. The incumbent supervises and directs the following human resource functions: (1) Talent Acquisition and Placement, (2) Workforce Management, (3) Policy Development, (4) Employee Relations, (5) Payroll, (6) Management Analysis, (7) Human Resources Information Systems, and (8) Benefits Administration.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Serves as the principal technical and policy advisor to the judges of the D.C. Courts of Appeals and D.C. Superior Court, Executive Officer, Clerks of the Courts, Division Heads and other operating officials on human resources issues.
• Creates and executes strategies and programs to enhance the recruitment and placement of a skilled and diverse workforce. Utilizes new technologies to attract, develop and retain a skilled, diverse and high achieving workforce.
• Serves as a facilitator of strategic human resource planning, organizational change and transition management with the expectation of improved and efficient work processes and practices, cost savings, and collaboration between units. Functions in a manner that facilitates high level decision-making while emphasizing positive communications and program effectiveness.
• Develops and communicates personnel policies and procedures, ensuring the alignment with the Courts’ strategic goals, objectives and core values as well as compliance with applicable District and Federal laws.
• Leads Human Resource technology efforts by advocating and utilizing reliable, client-based and user-friendly Human Resources information systems. Provides strategic leadership for the development of data analytic capabilities to support continuous improvement.
• Develops performance management systems that promote accountability, provide support and feedback, and recognize employee performance and achievement.
• Provides overall direction in the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Division, including setting priorities to meet the overall Human Resources goals. Establishes the vision and direction for the full complement of core human resources programs, policies and services to support the D.C. Courts' mission.
• Oversees the administration of benefit programs for Judicial Officers and employees of the DC Courts.

The incumbent should be an enthusiastic and engaged professional who enjoys working with a diverse group of Court personnel and customers and lives the DC Courts’ values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect, and Transparency.

The DC Courts have employed many measures to keep employees and court users as safe as possible, including mandatory face coverings, enhanced air circulation, and intensified cleaning services. We encouraged employees to get vaccinated for their safety and the safety of their family, friends, colleagues, and others with whom they have contact. Vaccinations, being readily available, provide the best protection from infection with COVID-19, and the requirement of vaccinations is consistent with maintaining a safe and secure workplace. Therefore, effective immediately and throughout the remainder of the COVID-19 emergency period, all DC Courts employees, interns, volunteers, and on-site contractors, who have received a vaccination as required by the COVID-19 vaccination protocols, must provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources on the first day of employment. You may seek an exemption from providing a proof of vaccination on the grounds of a specific medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief. All employees who have not received the required number of vaccination doses, regardless of the reason or whether the employee has sought or been granted an exemption, will be required to submit a negative COVID-19 test result on a weekly basis in order to report to work in person or remotely.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Background check is required.
• This position is an Excepted Service appointment (at will).

To qualify for this position, you must submit the following:
1. Resume
2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or degree)
4. List of three (3) professional references
5. Responses to the Court Executive Service Core Qualifications (CESCQ)

All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the announcement.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• 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.

  The District of Columbia Courts is an independent agency of the District of Columbia Government and is not under the authority of the City Mayor or the D. C. Council. DC Courts' appropriation comes directly from Congress. All DC Courts non-judicial employees receive federal benefits for the following programs: Life Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Health Insurance and Workers Compensation.

  Please click on the following for more information about these benefits:

  http://www.opm.gov/Insure/health/enrollment/new_employees.asp

  The DC Courts leave policy is as follows:

  Annual Leave: Individuals occupying CES positions earn eight hours of annual leave each biweekly pay period, regardless of years of credited service and may carry over unused annual leave from year to year subject to a 480-hour ceiling.
  
  Sick Leave is used for personal medical needs, care of a family member, or adoption related purposes. Full-time employees earn four (4) hours of sick leave every two weeks. This leave can be accrued without limit.

  In addition to the federal health plans, the DC Courts offer employees supplemental vision and dental plans as well as commuter transit benefit subsidy, for a maximum of $150 a month.

  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.

  1. Resume
  2. Completed Vacancy Questionnaire
  3. Documentation /Proof of Education (e.g. copy of college transcript or diploma)
  4. List of three (3) professional references
  5. Responses to the Court Executive Service Core Qualifications (CESCQ)

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the vacancy questionnaire.
  
  COURT EXECUTIVE SERVICE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (CESCQ): All applicants must submit written statements. Your narrative response must not exceed two (2) pages per CESCQ and needs to include at least (2) examples per CESCQ. The CESCQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of Court Executive Service (CES) positions. You must address each CESCQ separately. You are required to respond to all CESCQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as ‘ineligible’. Each response should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions.
  
  Please note: Adding the verbiage "See resume" is not acceptable and will disqualify you.
  
  CESCQ 1 LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this CESCQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. (Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision).
  
  CESCQ 2 LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this CESCQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. (Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Team Building, Developing Others).
  
  CESCQ 3 RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this CESCQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. (Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility).
  
  CESCQ 4 BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. (Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management).
  
  CESCQ 5 BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Courts, Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. (Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/Negotiating).
  
  The Court Executive Service Core Qualifications are supported by the Courts' values of Accountability, Excellence, Fairness, Integrity, Respect and Transparency.

  
  

  Agency contact information

  T. Morris

  Phone

  202-879-0496

  Fax

  000-000-0000

  Email

  jobs@dcsc.gov

  Address

  District of Columbia Courts
  Moultrie Building
  500 Indiana Avenue, NW
  Washington, District of Columbia 20001
  United States

  Next steps

  Once your completed application is received, your qualifications will be evaluated. The qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

United States Citizens or individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residency or authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service to work in the United States. While the DC Courts has a telework policy, eligibility is determined by the respective division where the position is situated within the agency. Telework can reduce stress, increase productivity and job satisfaction, improve work/life balance, reduce our carbon footprint, etc.