DC Department of Human Resources
Human Resources Officer III
DC Department of Human Resources, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Summary
This position is located in the Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of the Director (OD), within the Office of Human Resources. The mission of the DC Department of Human Services is to empower every District resident to reach their full potential by providing meaningful connections to work opportunities, economic assistance, and supportive services. The incumbent plans, develops, implements, and evaluates overall agency human resources and associated labor relations policies and programs by directing subordinate supervisors. The complexity of the work is reflected in the need for planning, directing, and integrating a broad range of human resources functions, programs, and services throughout the agency. The work requires consideration of agency productivity, employee morale, legal concerns, and public human resources program issues, and development of solutions that accommodate conflicting objectives from a variety of organizational entities, groups, and individuals. The work of directing the human resources program is essential to the mission of the agency and affects all employees in the agency.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Human Resources Officer directs subordinate supervisors in the delivery of human resources services to agency employees, makes decisions on work issues/problems presented by supervisors, and assigns workload and assignments.
Hires, disciplines, trains, evaluates, and promotes subordinate staff.
Serves as a consultant in the human resources administration of the agency and as the agency’s focal point for human resources inquiries and administrative issues.
Conducts human resource strategic planning to attract and recruit candidates, resulting in a well-qualified and diverse employment pool and staff.
Conducts projects and studies.
Works with DCHR entities to ensure proper classification of positions to the appropriate grade, series, and pay plan, and ensures the accuracy of benefits, retirement, recruitment, and placement of personnel for or within the agency.
Works with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) to identify, distribute, allocate, and control FTEs throughout the agency.
Establishes a viable agency position control system to maximize available manpower allocations and plan for unique human resource needs.
Advises and counsels management in accomplishing organizational and operational goals and in identifying and resolving human resource issues.
Qualifications and Education Specialized experience is required that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. One (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licenses and Certifications None
Working Conditions / Environment The work environment includes an office setting and is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
Other Significant Facts
First Screening date: November 12, 2025
Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MS‑0201‑15
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential
Duration of Appointment: Management Supervisory Service (MSS) – At‑Will
MSS At‑Will Statement: Positions in the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining unit.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations, Suitability – Security.
Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as Emergency pursuant to Chapter 12 of DC Personnel Regulations.
Residency Requirement: If the position is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, the applicant must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and maintain residency throughout the duration of the appointment.
EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Human Resources
Industries
Human Resources Services
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Duties and Responsibilities
The Human Resources Officer directs subordinate supervisors in the delivery of human resources services to agency employees, makes decisions on work issues/problems presented by supervisors, and assigns workload and assignments.
Hires, disciplines, trains, evaluates, and promotes subordinate staff.
Serves as a consultant in the human resources administration of the agency and as the agency’s focal point for human resources inquiries and administrative issues.
Conducts human resource strategic planning to attract and recruit candidates, resulting in a well-qualified and diverse employment pool and staff.
Conducts projects and studies.
Works with DCHR entities to ensure proper classification of positions to the appropriate grade, series, and pay plan, and ensures the accuracy of benefits, retirement, recruitment, and placement of personnel for or within the agency.
Works with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) to identify, distribute, allocate, and control FTEs throughout the agency.
Establishes a viable agency position control system to maximize available manpower allocations and plan for unique human resource needs.
Advises and counsels management in accomplishing organizational and operational goals and in identifying and resolving human resource issues.
Qualifications and Education Specialized experience is required that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. One (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licenses and Certifications None
Working Conditions / Environment The work environment includes an office setting and is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
Other Significant Facts
First Screening date: November 12, 2025
Tour of Duty: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: MS‑0201‑15
Promotion Potential: No Known Promotion Potential
Duration of Appointment: Management Supervisory Service (MSS) – At‑Will
MSS At‑Will Statement: Positions in the Management Supervisory Service (MSS) serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining unit.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC personnel regulations, Suitability – Security.
Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as Emergency pursuant to Chapter 12 of DC Personnel Regulations.
Residency Requirement: If the position is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, the applicant must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and maintain residency throughout the duration of the appointment.
EEO Statement The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Human Resources
Industries
Human Resources Services
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