Summary The Human Resources Specialist (Information Systems) position serve as a member of the EHRIS Reports Team Unit providing support as a Reports Team Data Analyst for the EHRIS program, and its key stakeholders managers. The Reports Team Data Analysts work closely with the Director, team members across the VA enterprise to retrieve data requirements to optimize the strategic alignment of business decisions for leadership. Responsibilities Support the integrity of data operations for an agency. Administer development of workforce data reports for an agency. Facilitate problem analysis within a customer workgroup. Analyze the effectiveness of Human Resource requirements to determine goals are met. Analyze management information requirements to develop program or administrative reporting systems. Identify methods for improving data collection for an agency. Advise customers on the implementation and use of human resources automated systems Address incoming technical trouble calls from Human Resources Offices nationwide Assist in improving human resources business information systems, which result in improvements to information usability, validity and availability Foster team success within an agency to enhance office operations. Respond to current and future needs of a human resource community by implementing future data requirements. Identify system data to drive business decisions for an organization. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/09/2024. The Office of Personnel Management's (OPM's) group qualification standards covering white collar occupations in the Federal competitive service can be found: Here Specialized Experience: GS-13: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-12) in the federal service. Specialized experience is work experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: (1) Utilizing information systems to develop automated processes demonstrating high proficiency in computer technologies such as: Excel, SQL, and complex queries such as IBM Cognos Analytics. (2) Analyzing regulations to prepare strategic plans to resolve complex system issues (3) Developing data analysis reports creation using Business Intelligence (BI) tools for an organization; and (4) Leading team members within an agency to accomplish analytical projects. Note: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience you document, to include volunteer experience. Education THERE IS NO EDUCATION SUBSITUTE FOR THIS GS 201 GRADE LEVEL 13 POSITION Additional Information This is not a Virtual/Remote Position. Work Schedule: Regular office hours, Monday -Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Alternate work schedules may be available. Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary. VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility may be discussed during the interview process. Telework is subject to approval by individual supervisors and managers, is considered a privilege not a right, is subject to approval based on performance and other varying factors, and is not guaranteed. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.