About This Position
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a HR Business Partner I. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Qualifications
Required Work Experience 4+ years of progressively responsible HR experience. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Ability to interpret employment laws.
Effective communicator, strong organization skills, ability to train employees, handle sensitive/confidential information. Ability to deescalate heated situations. Knowledge of personal computers and word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Working Conditions Sedentary Desired Qualifications Foundational classification knowledge - Foundational understanding of job classification, position structures, or compensation principles. Advanced Excel proficiency - Ability to use functions such as VLOOKUP, sorting, filtering, and basic data validation. High‐accuracy data entry - Demonstrated ability to maintain reliable personnel data.
Strict confidentiality - Consistent practice of discretion when handling sensitive information. HRIS familiarity - PeopleSoft experience preferred; other HR system exposure is helpful.
Major Duties
Consults with and provides guidance to SAA staff and leadership on Human Resources policies and procedures. Analyzes trends and metrics within the Human Resources department. Resolves moderately complex issues and addresses grievances. Collaborates with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention. Identifies training needs for teams and individuals. Suggests and supports the implementation of new HR strategies. Other duties, as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's in HR Management or related field.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.
Additional Information
The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.
Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email [email protected] with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/YO0NL. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
Required Documents
Subject to background/security investigation.