Performance Management Specialist - AvantGarde, LLC

The AG Human Resource/Performance Management Specialist supports the AG client. The contractor provides assistance in all aspects of performance and compensation to the CFTC’s Human Resources Branch (HRB) by providing managers and employees with advice and services for performance management systems and policies, merit pay, awards, time and attendance, human capital management and compensation; and pay policy.  The Performance and Compensation section requires assistance in the day-to-day operations of the branch. Support is provided on site HQ downtown DC.

The contractor provides administrative support to the Performance and Compensation section of HRB. 

·         Supports the administration of the annual performance evaluation process and other cyclical activities such as merit pay pools and performance data reporting. 

·          Performs quality assurance on submitted electronic and hard copy documents; and tracking progress reviews.

·          Reviews records and other documentation to prepare summaries of information in preparation for further analysis and processing. 

·          Reviews performance standards and appraisals to ensure the standards are in accordance with existing policies and regulations.

·         Provides guidance to managers and supervisors on agency incentive award program procedures and policies, the suggestion program and the performance management system. 

·         Assists in the production of work products related to performance management concepts, principles, and practices.

·         Assists with the development of new or modified procedures to improve effectiveness in support of agency goals.

·         Assists in the creation and execution of communication strategies and plans to promote performance management and compensation programs.

·         Assists in the preparation of work products related to compensation concepts, principles, and practices.  This includes assisting in the creation of new or modified procedures to improve the effectiveness of these products in support of agency goals.

·         Assists in the development of employee recognition programs as relates to incentive awards. 

·         Conducts analytical studies of performance management outcomes and pay metrics using spreadsheets, databases, and/or statistical software.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

·         Degree in Human Resources, writing, English or related field strongly preferred.

·         Must have active technical federal experience with a minimum of 5-10 years of experience serving in a HR Specialist/Performance and Compensation capacity providing support to federal agencies.

·         Minimum of 5 years of “hands on” performance and compensation experience required; be highly skilled with the analysis and implementation of performance management and compensation programs in a pay-for performance environment. 

·         Must have exceptional organizational skills and have the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

·         Excellent verbal skills to respond to technical questions regarding compensation and performance. 

·         Excellent writing skills with specific attention to detail and demonstrated experience drafting written documents and communication.

·         Excellent attention to detail, analytical, research and demonstrated customer service skills.

·         Flexibility with the approach to delivering of work.

·         Prior federal government experience preferred.

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office, e-OPF, National Finance Center (NFC) payroll/personnel system, and webTA.

Other Specifications:

·         Must be willing to work on site, full-time, in NW Washington, DC, M-F, 5 days a week.

·         Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance, post fingerprint/criminal background check process.