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Human Resource Specialist

US Veterans Health Administration St. Louis, MO

St. Louis, MO

1d ago

$74k+/yr Full time Coordinator Employee Records HR

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Job Description

Join the VCS St. Louis, MO campus as a Human Resource Specialist and serve as the primary resource for reasonable accommodation within the HR Division. In this onsite role, you will help ensure employees, managers, supervisors, and job applicants understand their rights and can fully participate in employment processes. The position is offered with a comprehensive federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position type and whether full-time, part-time, or intermittent).

Responsibilities

Act as the Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator (RAC) and Subject Matter Expert (SME), advising managers, supervisors, employees, and applicants on laws, regulations, and procedures supporting individuals with physical or mental impairments.
Coordinate with Human Resources, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) offices, and the Office of General Counsel (OGC) so employees are informed of their rights.
Support managers and supervisors in identifying essential duties of positions, recognizing potential barriers, and recommending modifications to enable performance of job responsibilities.
Track and document accommodation requests, including outcomes, and assist with required forms, checklists, and reporting.
Conduct interactive discussions with employees or job applicants and their representatives regarding the nature of the disability and potential accommodations.
Initiate and guide the interactive process between employees/applicants and supervisors to identify and implement effective, reasonable accommodations that enable performance of essential functions.
Perform and adapt to additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Complete a 1-year trial period as a condition of employment, during which the agency evaluates fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest; termination may occur at the end of the trial unless written certification is received.
Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Subject to background/security investigation.
Meet education or experience requirements: Bachelor’s degree OR minimum 3 years of general Human Resources experience demonstrating strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills OR equivalent leadership experience in a food or retail environment.
Working knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and procedures, including ability to interpret and apply HR policies, guidelines, and regulations.
Experience applying Federal Human Resources regulations, including 38 U.S.C. 7802, Title 5, and Title 38.
Ability to work with HR professionals across Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) and Veterans Health Administration (VHA), communicating and supporting VCS hiring policies and procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally in a large forum.
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.
Ability to guide managers and senior leaders with HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including creating/editing documents, analyzing data, developing presentations, and managing calendars and email communications.
High School Diploma or GED required.

Role Details

Location: St. Louis, MO (onsite)
Salary: $73,772 per year
Pay scale & grade: VC 13
Appointment type: Permanent
Work schedule: Full-time
Telework: No | Remote: No
Relocation expenses reimbursed: No
Travel required: Not required
Supervisory status: No
Federal service type: Excepted Service
Union represented: No
Drug test: No | Security clearance: Not Required
Financial disclosure required: No
Occupations and job series: 0201 Human Resources Management

Eligibility & Who Can Apply

The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Veterans: Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower, or parent of a veteran (derived preference may apply).
Recent graduates: Graduates from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or within 6 years for Veterans.

Evaluation

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed above. In describing experience, be clear and specific, as application materials and supporting documentation will be verified.

Required Documents

Resume
Most recent SF-50 (accepted and may be required if applicable to eligibility and/or qualifications)
Performance Appraisal (accepted and may be required if applicable to eligibility and/or qualifications)
Separation Notice (RIF) (accepted and may be required if applicable to eligibility and/or qualifications)
If relying on education: education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; provide only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by such institutions.

Veterans’ Preference

Because Veterans Canteen Service falls under 38 U.S.C. 7802, traditional Veterans’ Preference rules do not apply. Qualified Veterans will still receive full consideration.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. You must complete the questionnaire and submit the required documentation.

Deadline: 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/05/2026
Create or log in to your USAJOBS account, select USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents, and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Submit the application package using Submit My Answers.
It is your responsibility to ensure responses and documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. Application status can be checked in USAJOBS Application Status.

Next Steps

After submission: confirmation notification by email.
After the vacancy announcement closes: applications are reviewed for qualification and eligibility requirements.
Referred applicants will be notified and may be contacted for an interview; final notification follows the selection decision.

Agency Contact

Name: Nastashia Johnson
Phone: 314-845-1239
Address: VCS Central Office, 1 Jefferson Barracks Drive Bldg. 25, St. Louis, MO 63125, US

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