Summary The AOC has a talented workforce comprised of Wage Grade, General Schedule and Exempt personnel. The Policy Analyst position is a critical role in the Office of the CAO, Human Capital Management Division (HCMD) and is responsible for the development, interpretation and maintenance of effective, progressive and strategic HR policies that are compliant with applicable employment laws and regulations and align with AOC’s mission, human capital strategic plan and workforce requirements. Responsibilities Do you have a passion for shaping human resources policy to positively impact organizational success and the employee experience? This impactful position is responsible for data collection and analysis, and policy creation, implementation and consultation regarding a broad range of human resources topics that support AOC’s mission, vision and strategic goals. Reporting to the Chief Human Capital Officer, this position will perform the following duties: Research and compile HR data from a variety of sources and pertinent employment laws and regulations to inform the development of human resources policies, instructive guidance and training materials. Monitor new and emerging human resources trends for policy content development to enhance agency human resources policies and programs. Analyze, evaluate and interpret qualitative and quantitative and real-world data, labor market trends and best practices involving talent acquisition, performance management, employee and labor relations and a broad range of human resources topics to inform development of new policies and revision of existing policies. Oversee the identification of policy issues for the current and future impact on AOC, deciphering implications and alternatives. Evaluate the efficacy and effectiveness of existing policies and determine the need for revision and recommend appropriate updates and/or changes to policies as required. Liaise with AOC leaders and other stakeholders to determine needs and goals of human resources policies and programs. Work collaboratively with AOC leadership to build consensus regarding critical HR policies. Synthesize and translate complex information from a wide range of inputs into clear and accessible policies for diverse audiences. Produce high-quality written work products and deliverables. Serves as the agency’s HR policy expert to interpret and provide guidance regarding human resources policies and procedures for AOC employees, supervisors, managers and leaders. Provide policy interpretation and responses that properly convey the application of appropriate laws, statutes, regulations, AOC policies and procedures. Prepare formal presentations, including training programs, written guidance and analysis and policy memorandums for diverse audiences. Collaborate with the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, Policy and Special Programs Division, to maintain policies and relevant documents. Prepare resource materials (i.e., pamphlets, policy aids, sample letters/memorandums and/or subject matter presentations for use by human resources practitioners, leaders, managers, supervisors and employees which explains and effectively implements AOC human resources policies and procedures. Experience developing, drafting, training and advising on policy initiatives is required. Experience managing substantive strategic initiatives related to policy and policy development is highly preferred. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. You must be able to pass a drug test. “To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below: A citizen of the United States; A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B); A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.” Qualifications You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Candidates for the GS-13 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: Drafting, developing and maintaining policy governing a broad range of HR programs and services addressing the needs and challenges of an organization. Providing advisory services on issues requiring substantial human resources policy interpretation by evaluating policy and legislation and monitoring the effect that these policies have on the mission of an organization. Conducting research and fact finding to develop position and issue papers on HR matters of critical importance to an organization. Maintaining relationships with leaders, managers, employees and officials on matters related to the organization’s role in implementing human resources policies in support of the mission. Application of written and oral communication techniques sufficient to develop and deliver presentations briefings, training, reports, and correspondence to senior leadership, management, peers and employees to foster understanding and acceptance of policy recommendations. Facilitation of ongoing training and formalized instruction to ensure policies are communicated, monitored and enforced. Education A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university is desired. Additional Information Welcome Veterans. The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) gives veterans' preference rights in the legislative branch to certain veterans as applied by the Congressional Accountability Act. Veterans' preference is applied on this vacancy announcement. If you are a veteran and have been separated under honorable conditions, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility; SF-15, if applicable; and Department of Veterans Affairs documentation of disability, if applicable. For more information, please visit http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.asp#6. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information. DRUG TESTING: The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is a Drug Free Workplace. As part of the AOC’s suitability assessment, a candidate tentatively selected for a position who is not currently an AOC employee is required to submit to screening for illegal drug use. Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of employment with the Agency. A candidate must test negative prior to being eligible for appointment into a position. We will schedule, provide and cover the cost for the drug test. The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police and satisfactory adjudication to be eligible for employment at the Architect of the Capitol. The Architect of the Capitol is an E-VERIFY Participant. E-VERIFY is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment authorization in the United States. If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the DHS Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" electronic system. For more information on E-Verify, please visit http://www.dhs.gov/files/programs/gc\_1185221678150.shtm The Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information and/or disability. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Moving expenses are not authorized. Relocation expenses are not authorized. Probationary Period - A newly appointed selectee is subject to the completion of a one-year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal agency. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies in any of the jurisdictions of the Architect of the Capitol. All application materials become the property of the Architect of the Capitol.