Provides expert consultation and recommendations on complex Federal civilian employee relations matters, including EEO, MSPB, adverse actions, settlements, and administrative investigations. Develops employee relations policies and procedures, interprets 5 CFR 752 and 5 CFR 432, and coordinates with legal advisors on sensitive matters. The role supports potential future Federal government contract opportunities.
About GKG
With a passion for excellence, Golden Key Group (GKG) helps clients solve their strategic, organizational, and operational challenges to better meet their mission demands. We have serviced more than 25 Federal departments and agencies and several large commercial companies since our inception in 2002.
Golden Key Group's talented professionals, combined with our strategic partners, bring a depth of commercial and government experience and expertise. We are relentless in delivering the highest levels of services to provide tangible value and create sustainable results for our clients.
OverviewThe Employee Relations Specialist will develop recommendations and provide consultation services on sensitive Federal civilian employee relations matters.
Note** This position is being recruited in support of potential future contract awards, and qualified candidates may be considered for upcoming opportunities supporting federal government clients.
Responsibilities- Develop expert-level strategic approach and recommendations and consultation on highly complex and sensitive Federal civilian employee relations matters
- EEO, MSPB, adverse actions, settlements, and administrative investigations
- Develop and implement Federal employee relations policies, consultation with legal adviser, i.e.General counsel, solicitor.
- Interpret and apply 5 CFR 752 and 5 CFR 432
- Research and development of employee relations related policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of three to five years of experience on Federal civilian employee relations matters
- 3-5 years of EEO, MSPB, adverse actions, settlements, and administrative investigations
- Experience with 5 CFR 752 and 5 CFR 432
- Public Trust Clearance
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