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Bonneville Power Administration

Human Resources Officer, GS-0201-15

Announcement Number:	200301	Application Deadline:	04/17/2013
Locations:	Portland, Oregon	Open Date:	03/28/2013
Salary Range:	Min: 119902.0 - Max: 155500.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Permanent - No time limit	Promotion Potential:	15
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

BPA has been powering people and careers for 75 years. We provide clean, emissions-free electricity to the Pacific Northwest and maintain a high voltage transmission system to deliver that electricity. We are a leader in sustainability and environmental stewardship, promoting energy efficiency, renewable wind and hydropower, the smart grid, fish and wildlife protection and initiatives to address climate change. We are a visionary and innovative agency that values diversity and creativity and encourages continuous learning. We are located throughout the Pacific Northwest with opportunities in cities, smaller communities and in the field.

BPA is a not-for-profit federal electric utility. Our high-voltage transmission grid comprises more than 15,000 miles of lines and associated substations in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. BPA markets more than a third of the electricity consumed in the Pacific Northwest. The power is produced at 31 federal dams operated by the Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation and one nuclear plant in the Northwest and is sold to more than 140 Northwest utilities. BPA purchases power from seven wind projects and has more than 4,700 megawatts of wind interconnected to its transmission system.
BPA has been powering people and careers for 75 years. We provide clean, emissions-free electricity to the Pacific Northwest and maintain a high voltage transmission system to deliver that electricity. We are a leader in sustainability and environmental stewardship, promoting energy efficiency, renewable wind and hydropower, the smart grid, fish and wildlife protection and initiatives to address climate change. We are a visionary and innovative agency that values diversity and creativity and encourages continuous learning. We are located throughout the Pacific Northwest with opportunities in cities, smaller communities and in the field. BPA is a not-for-profit federal electric utility. Our high-voltage transmission grid comprises more than 15,000 miles of lines and associated substations in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. BPA markets more than a third of the electricity consumed in the Pacific Northwest. The power is produced at 31 federal dams operated by the Army Corps of Engineers and Bureau of Reclamation and one nuclear plant in the Northwest and is sold to more than 140 Northwest utilities. BPA purchases power from seven wind projects and has more than 4,700 megawatts of wind interconnected to its transmission system.

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About the Human Capital Management Organization
The Human Resources Officer (internally known as Chief Human Capital Officer) is located in Human Capital Management (HCM). HCM plans, directs, and manages a comprehensive HCM strategy and program aligned to meet agency mission and objectives. This function performs ombudsman and conflict resolution functions, oversees Human Resources (HR) Strategic Partners with responsibility for developing, communicating, and coordinating HR strategies, policies, and initiatives with the business units and corporate organizations. Also, this function communicates business unit strategies, objectives, issues, and initiatives to HCM.

Applicants are responsible for reviewing the OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS section of the vacancy announcement. This section can be viewed by navigating to the Public Notice Vacancy Announcement link after you have logged in to the system.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THE AVUE SYSTEM BY 8:59 PT (11:59 ET).

All United States citizens are eligible to apply. Candidates will be considered under a variety of appointing authorities including Delegated Examining, Merit Promotion, VRA, and VEOA (if applicable).

Supervisory/Managerial Probationary Period: First time supervisors will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.

The "Technical Qualifications" section listed below identifies the types of abilities that BPA is looking for in the leader of the Human Capital Management program. Please see the Applicant Questionnaire for more information.
About the Human Capital Management Organization The Human Resources Officer (internally known as Chief Human Capital Officer) is located in Human Capital Management (HCM). HCM plans, directs, and manages a comprehensive HCM strategy and program aligned to meet agency mission and objectives. This function performs ombudsman and conflict resolution functions, oversees Human Resources (HR) Strategic Partners with responsibility for developing, communicating, and coordinating HR strategies, policies, and initiatives with the business units and corporate organizations. Also, this function communicates business unit strategies, objectives, issues, and initiatives to HCM. Applicants are responsible for reviewing the OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS section of the vacancy announcement. This section can be viewed by navigating to the Public Notice Vacancy Announcement link after you have logged in to the system. APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THE AVUE SYSTEM BY 8:59 PT (11:59 ET). All United States citizens are eligible to apply. Candidates will be considered under a variety of appointing authorities including Delegated Examining, Merit Promotion, VRA, and VEOA (if applicable). Supervisory/Managerial Probationary Period: First time supervisors will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period. The "Technical Qualifications" section listed below identifies the types of abilities that BPA is looking for in the leader of the Human Capital Management program. Please see the Applicant Questionnaire for more information.

Duties:

At BPA, business success depends on people - talented, motivated, agile people. To ensure this success, the Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO) provides direction and leadership for the development and execution of the HCM program. The HCM program includes talent management strategies and supporting policies, classification and position management, compensation, recruitment and placement, diversity, student programs, employee benefits, human capital development, performance management, and employee relations. With respect to BPA's Labor Relations (LR) program, the CHCO is responsible for providing administrative oversight of the program, integrating LR and HR direction, and managing day-to-day labor contract administration for the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 928, Professional Division of the Laborer's (PDL) International Union Local 335 and Columbia Power Trades Council (CPTC) union. All contract negotiations are directed by the Chief Operating Officer.

The CHCO reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Internal Business Services and is responsible for performing the following duties:

Accountable for BPA's workforce to ensure the size, skill and composition as identified in the Talent Management Strategy are effectively aligned in order to support agency needs and execute on objectives identified in the BPA Strategic Plan.

Leading a workforce that is responsible for program development and execution on the critical mission of the HCM strategy.

Providing strategic leadership to a team of talented individuals at the senior leadership level charged with accomplishing the work of the HCM organization.

Serving as a key member of the Executive Board, Business Operations Board, and the Internal Business Services management team.
At BPA, business success depends on people - talented, motivated, agile people. To ensure this success, the Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO) provides direction and leadership for the development and execution of the HCM program. The HCM program includes talent management strategies and supporting policies, classification and position management, compensation, recruitment and placement, diversity, student programs, employee benefits, human capital development, performance management, and employee relations. With respect to BPA's Labor Relations (LR) program, the CHCO is responsible for providing administrative oversight of the program, integrating LR and HR direction, and managing day-to-day labor contract administration for the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 928, Professional Division of the Laborer's (PDL) International Union Local 335 and Columbia Power Trades Council (CPTC) union. All contract negotiations are directed by the Chief Operating Officer. The CHCO reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Internal Business Services and is responsible for performing the following duties: Accountable for BPA's workforce to ensure the size, skill and composition as identified in the Talent Management Strategy are effectively aligned in order to support agency needs and execute on objectives identified in the BPA Strategic Plan. Leading a workforce that is responsible for program development and execution on the critical mission of the HCM strategy. Providing strategic leadership to a team of talented individuals at the senior leadership level charged with accomplishing the work of the HCM organization. Serving as a key member of the Executive Board, Business Operations Board, and the Internal Business Services management team.
Accountable for regulatory compliance of all HCM programs.
Accountable for regulatory compliance of all HCM programs.
Leading organizations through major change initiatives affecting the workforce.
Leading organizations through major change initiatives affecting the workforce.
Partnering and collaborating with executive level personnel in the Department of Energy (DOE) headquarters on all human capital management matters.

If you are a mission-driven leader who has a proven ability for fostering high performing teams, influencing change and achieving extraordinary results, please consider becoming the new CHCO and promoting a positive and engaging environment for employees. At BPA you can be part of the solution to the Pacific Northwest's energy and environmental challenges.
Partnering and collaborating with executive level personnel in the Department of Energy (DOE) headquarters on all human capital management matters. If you are a mission-driven leader who has a proven ability for fostering high performing teams, influencing change and achieving extraordinary results, please consider becoming the new CHCO and promoting a positive and engaging environment for employees. At BPA you can be part of the solution to the Pacific Northwest's energy and environmental challenges.