Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in the This position is located in Position Management and Classification, Recruitment, Office of Human Resources (OHR), Under Secretary for Administration, Smithsonian Institution (SI). Responsibilities This position is located within the Position Management and Classification Section, Recruitment Branch, Office of Human Resources, Office of the Under Secretary for Administration, Smithsonian Institution. The Smithsonian Institution is a diverse museum and research complex dedicated to the increase and diffusion of knowledge. In this position, you will perform the following duties: Classify and prepare necessary documentation for positions covered by the General schedule (GS) (including Trust positions) and Federal Wage System (FWS). Provide managers with authoritative interpretation of classification and position management procedures, practices, polices and guidelines when the issues involve new, highly controversial, precedent setting and/or involve more than one of human resources policy. Review, drafts or contribute towards new or proposed classification, wage administration and position management policies, procedures and guidelines for Unit's or SI-wide use, such as implementation of automated systems. Provide expert advice on major organizational planning issues, such as the expected impact of reductions in workforce, reorganizations or other mass changes or situations involving a broad perspective on complex, interrelated actions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation May need to complete a Probationary Period Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service. Conditions of Employment Qualification requirements, including one year time-in-grade at the next lower grade level for promotion candidates, must be met within 30 days of the job announcement closing date. For information on qualification requirements, see Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions on OPM website. Qualifications GS-13 Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service or comparable pay band system related to the work of this position. This specialized experience is defined as (1) analyzing, evaluating, and making recommendations on position management and classification matters, to include classifying position descriptions, 2) providing technical guidance to management in the area of classification and position management, 3) analyzing and interpreting classification guidelines to resolve complex issues and make recommendations to the leadership, 4) developing strategies, assessing risks and managing projects. 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; religious; 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, including volunteer experience. Education Education cannot substitute at the GS-13 level, see above. Additional Information This position is not included in the bargaining unit. Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Office of Human Resources. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: Position title; Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee); Agency; and, Beginning and ending dates of appointment. Recruitment Incentive: Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period. Note: This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid. Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement. Important Note: Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire or other assessment tool for consistency. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Your resume should provide sufficient information regarding how your education and experience relate to this position, including the major duties and qualifications criteria listed.