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Human Resources Specialist (Not to Exceed 2 years)

    Date Submitted: 3/3/2014
    Location: Washington DC
    Company: Congressional Budget Office
    Company Website: www.cbo.gov
    Contact Person: Nancy Fahey
    Contact Phone: 202-226-2628
    Contact Email: careers@cbo.gov

    Company Profile:

    The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is a small nonpartisan federal agency that provides objective economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress.

    Description:

    The agency seeks an entry-level human resources specialist to work for a period not to exceed two years as part of a busy, tight-knit, five-person human resources team that is focused on customer service, reliability, and efficiency. This is a developmental position with responsibilities that include recruitment activities, confidential handling of day-to-day transactions, records management, and special projects. Specifically, this person will work on job posting and advertising, recruitment events, processing of job applicants, and candidate relations, among other tasks.

    Salary & Benefits

    Salary range is $50,000-$65,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment.

    Contact

    Nancy Fahey, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov

    Requirements:

    Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment or employee relations and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to multitask, organize, and meet tight deadlines are a must. Strong computer skills including knowledge of MS Word and Excel are required. A high degree of accuracy, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and demonstrated attention to detail are essential. The candidate should be a conscientious self-starter with excellent follow-through who can work well as part of a team. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

    Experience with HR information systems, federal HR experience, and experience recruiting through social media are a plus, as is familiarity with other HR functions such as training, compensation, benefits, or diversity programs.

    Candidates must have, or be able to obtain, a favorably adjudicated Public Trust Investigation, which includes a credit check. A higher-level security clearance may be accepted in place of the Public Trust Investigation.

    To Apply:

    Please submit a cover letter, résumé, salary history, and contact information for three (3) references online at www.cbo.gov/careers by March 23 to ensure consideration. This position will remain open until we receive a sufficient number of applications from qualified candidates. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.