HR Generalist

Summary

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This position is organized in the administrative section of the U.S. District Court and U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Office with responsibilities that concentrate on human resources (HR) functions in the Norfolk division of the Eastern District of Virginia. The incumbent will provide administrative and technical support for HR programs, personnel transactions, and systems, in accordance with approved policies and procedures.

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This job is open to

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### The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

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Additional duties may include HR coordination of a more complex nature and on a district\-wide basis. The incumbent must have a working knowledge of the regulations, policies, procedures, and internal controls related to HR and act as a resource to staff on policy compliance matters.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Assist in processing HR and pay\-related actions such as appointments, promotions, separations, terminations, within grade increases, special service awards, and changes to benefit elections. Process workers compensation claims forms.
• Assist with benefits program coordination, including maintaining and distributing benefits materials, open\-season activities, processing forms, addressing routine questions, and resolving issues. Assist with administering the annual Combined Federal Campaign (CFC).
• Assist staff with the use of automated HR systems.
• Maintain and monitor HR records, including payroll and eOPF records using the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS), adhering to national and court guidelines. Track and enter time\-sensitive data, such as promotion dates, performance evaluations, and step increases. Maintain automated personnel record systems and assist staff with related questions.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding efforts, such as preparing announcements, coordinating interviews, conducting reference checks, monitoring background checks and fingerprinting, issuing credentials and access cards, and supporting new employee orientation.
• Assist with annual law clerk hiring and separation processes.
• Assist with the employee recognition program. Coordinate HR\-related development, training, health, and endorsed social events. Assist with intern/extern program.
• Assist in maintaining and updating various employee and personnel manuals, including updating online reference materials. Communicate HR policy information to staff.
• Maintain assigned phone directories and web pages.
• Gather data for required reports, such as fair employment practices and telework.
• Work with the Human Resources team in researching, developing and recommending personnel procedures to implement policies for the court.
• Assist in the development of internal training programs, including coordination and delivery of training. Respond to and manage training requests.
• Perform additional duties, as assigned.

Requirements

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### Conditions of employment

• Employees must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.
• Employees will be hired provisionally pending the results of a background investigation.
• Employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.
• Employees are required to use Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.

### Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

For classification at the CL24 level, the successful candidate must have a minimum of one year of progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience that provided knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures, and practices of human resources administration and involved the routine use of automated human resources systems or other computer\-based systems such as word processing, spreadsheets, or database applications.

Candidates with more than one year of specialized experience may be considered for classification level CL25\. Note: Education may not be substituted for the required experience. The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is critical. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, which include the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet stringent deadlines, are essential. Understanding the importance of the confidentiality of issues is inherent to the job and maintaining a professional demeanor is always required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency and experience with human resources information systems;
• A college degree in business, human resources, public management or related area;
• Human Resources experience with the federal government; and,
• Strong skills managing recruitment, onboardings and separations and/or benefits.

Applicants with a sincere desire to serve the public are encouraged to apply.

### Education

* Required Education: High School Diploma

* Preferred Education: College degree in business, human resources, public management, or a related field

Note: Education may not be substituted for the required experience.

### Additional information

• Employees of the United States District Court are Excepted Service Appointments. Excepted service appointments are "at will" and can be terminated with or without cause by the Court.
• The Court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this job announcement, to withdraw the job announcement, or to fill the position sooner than the closing date, if a closing date is shown; any of these actions may occur without any prior written or other type of notice.
• To view the full job announcement please Click Here.

*The United States District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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A generous benefits package is available and includes:

• A minimum of 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid annual leave
• Paid sick leave
• Retirement benefits
• Optional participation in the Thrift Savings Plan
• Optional participation in choice of Federal Employees' Health Benefits
• Optional participation in choice of Supplemental Dental and Vision Insurance
• Optional participation in choice of Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance
• Optional participation in the Flexible Benefits Program
• Situational telework as authorized
• Credit for prior government service

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How you will be evaluated

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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All applications will be reviewed to identify the best qualified candidates. Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified. Applicants not selected for an interview will not receive notice concerning the status of their application. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to start as soon as possible.

Required Documents

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• a cover letter;
• a resume;
• a list of professional references; and
• a completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (AO 78\).

See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

### If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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Interested applicants must submit four (4\) items combined into a single PDF:

• a cover letter;
• a resume;
• a list of professional references; and
• a completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (AO 78\).

Priority review for applications received by April 17, 2026. Submit materials electronically to Jobbox3@vaed.uscourts.gov. Hard and faxed copies of applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

### Agency contact information

Human Resources

Phone

757\-222\-7303

Email

Jobbox3@vaed.uscourts.gov

Address

US District Court and US Probation Office \- Eastern District of Virginia

600 Granby Street

Norfolk, VA 23510

US### Next steps

Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified. Applicants not selected for an interview will not receive notice concerning the status of their application.

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open \& closing dates

04/13/2026 to 04/26/2026

Salary

$45,365 \- $56,713 per year

Actual starting salary dependent upon qualifications.

Pay scale \& grade

CL 24

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Norfolk, VA

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.

Travel Required

Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Appointment type

Permanent

Work schedule

Full\-time

Service

Excepted

Promotion potential

24

Job family (Series)

• 0201 Human Resources Management

Supervisory status

No

Security clearance

Not Required

Drug test

No

Financial disclosure

No

Bargaining unit status

No

Announcement number

FY26\-19N

Control number

865239400