VCS - Human Resources Specialist - Technical Review

Summary

Now hiring: The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) Central Office, located at the Jefferson Barracks VA Medical Center in St. Louis, MO, is currently recruiting for the Human Resources Specialist - Technical Review position within our Human Resources Division.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Personnel Action Quality Assurance: Review and verify all personnel actions to ensure they are accurate, complete, and processed in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. Employee Recognition Program Administration: Review and approve employee recognition award submissions to ensure they meet established criteria, are accurately documented, and are processed promptly. Partner with leadership to maintain consistency and integrity throughout the award approval process. HR Compliance Audits: Conduct regular audits of Human Resources records and processes to ensure data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company policies. Document findings, identify areas for improvement, and recommend corrective actions. HR Data Management: Maintain accurate employee records within Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), including pay rates, employment dates, benefits, and other personnel information. Process Improvement: Analyze audit results and system reports to identify recurring issues, improve workflows, and develop updated procedures that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall HR operations. HR Systems Support and Training: Serve as the Human Resources subject matter expert for complex processes and HR systems by providing technical guidance, interpreting policies, and training staff on accurate data entry and best practices. Additional Responsibilities & Flexibility: Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

As a Condition of Employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - Your performance and conduct - The needs and interests of the agency - Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government - Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Additional Conditions of Employment include: -Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. -Subject to background/security investigation.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Relevant Human Resources Experience: Bachelor's degree OR a minimum of three (3) years of general Human Resources experience demonstrating strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, OR equivalent leadership experience in a food or retail environment. Human Resources Knowledge: Working knowledge of HR principles, practices, and procedures, with the ability to interpret and apply HR policies, guidelines, and regulations. Federal HR Expertise: Experience applying Federal Human Resources regulations, including 38 U.S.C. 7802, Title 5, and Title 38, in support of HR operations and decision-making. Collaboration & Relationship Building: Ability to work effectively with Human Resources professionals across Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) and Veterans Health Administration (VHA), while clearly communicating and supporting VCS hiring policies and procedures. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally to employees, managers, and leadership. Core HR Functional Knowledge: Experience in one or more core Human Resources functions, including Personnel Actions, Recruitment and Placement, Classification, Compensation and Benefits, Employee and Labor Relations, Training, and Reasonable Accommodation. HR Consultation & Guidance: Ability to provide guidance and recommendations to managers and senior leaders on Human Resources policies, procedures, and best practices. Organization & Time Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment. Microsoft Office Proficiency: Minimum intermediate-level proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create and edit documents, analyze data, develop presentations, manage calendars and email communications, and utilize these tools to support daily business operations efficiently.

Evaluations

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. NOTE: A formal pay-setting process will be used to determine your salary. The salary may be at any point in the range listed for this vacancy. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to apply All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/04/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, select the Application Status link, and then select the more information link for this position. The Application page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.