About the opportunity
This position serves as the Shared Service Unit (SSU) ER/LR Chief responsible for providing employee relations, labor relations, performance management, work life, reasonable accommodations, suitability, worker’s compensation, training and development, and/or other special programs to a large, highly customized and innovative, complex, multi-mission VISN and its subordinate facilities. The opportunity is offered as a Detail or Temporary Promotion not to exceed (NTE) 120 days, which may be extended or made permanent without further competition.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range: $125,776 to $163,514 per annum
- Comprehensive total rewards package offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must meet qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement (09/14/2026)
- Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the GS-13 level for GS-14)
- Must meet specialized experience criteria or graduate education combined with specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 or GS-13 grade level
- Must live within the catchment area of the Human Resources Operational Center (HROC) to which selected or be a legacy V7 employee
Required documents
- Resume (maximum two pages in length)
- Performance Appraisal
- SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for time-in-grade and/or eligibility)
- Transcript (if using education to qualify)
When to apply
- Announcement Opening Date: September 11, 2026
- Application Deadline: September 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Read the entire announcement and instructions before beginning
- Click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to an existing account
- Select your USAJOBS resume (maximum two pages) and upload required supporting documents
- Answer the questions presented in the application questionnaire
- Submit the complete application package prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on September 14, 2026
- Complete any required USA Hire Assessments via the unique link provided after submission
Additional information
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a condition of employment for Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel
- Subject to background and security investigations
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Current federal employees meeting GS-13 time-in-grade requirements.
- HR specialists with deep expertise in employee and labor relations (ER/LR).
- Candidates who can work in a hybrid environment.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a temporary "Detail" or "Temporary Promotion" not to exceed 120 days.
- LQA is not mentioned, and the location is negotiable after selection.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a mandatory condition of employment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a perfect fit for a professional seeking a temporary leadership experience to build their resume and gain experience managing complex employee and labor relations in a multi-mission VISN.
Our take
An excellent short-term leadership opportunity for current federal employees who can step into a high-level HR management role within the Veterans Health Administration.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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