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SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Nuclear Regulatory Commission · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Salary
$143,913–$187,093/year
Grade
14
Work location
Telework eligible (US)
Posted
Aug 19, 2026
Apply by
Aug 31, 2026
Category
Human Resources Management

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Summary

The position is located in the Office of the Inspector General, Administrative Operations Section The supervisor for this position will be the Deputy Inspector General This position is Non-Bargaining Unit This position may require occasional travel This position IS subject to confidential financial disclosure reporting and prohibited security ownership restrictions. This position IS subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements.

Duties

The individual selected for this position will serve as a Senior Human Resources Specialist for the Office of the Inspector General, Administrative Operations Section (OIG/AOS). In this role, the incumbent will utilize his/her expertise and leadership skills to administer a full range of operational human capital policies, programs, and services for the Audits and Evaluation Division (AED). The incumbent will assist the OIG Human Resources Officer and senior leadership in the implementation of OIG human resources (HR) policy and operations, specifically regarding general grade (GG), senior professional (SP), and/or senior executive (SES) positions. The incumbent will provide HR oversight, services, and guidance to the AED staff. Duties will include, but are not limited to: Providing HR oversight, services, technical direction, and guidance to AED staff members and ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of HR processes and data to enhance and improve HR operations. Providing the full range of direct, hands-on HR operations for the AED, including position management and classification, strategic workforce planning and analysis, recruitment and staffing, pay/leave and benefits administration, retirement counseling and processing, employee relations, performance management, awards and recognition, policy interpretation, HR information systems, personnel processing, and recordkeeping. Regularly meeting and communicating directly with senior leadership, team leads, and employees and providing expert advice and guidance. Answering complex and non-routine policy and operational questions and making decisions on work problems presented by employees and managers. Performing research and problem-solving on a wide variety of complex and unusual problems, questions, and issues. The research may require extensive review of relevant OIG, NRC, OPM, and other federal policies. Keeping up to date with current developments in the HR area and advising staff regarding new trends. Recommending the development of new or revised HR procedures, practices, and policies. Utilizing leadership, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills to develop written HR project and communication plans; monitor progress toward meeting established deadlines and objectives; and ensure high-quality final oral and written HR work products.

Requirements

You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. All information in your resume must be true and accurate. Conditions of Employment: U.S. Citizenship Required This is a Drug Testing position Must be able to meet and maintain security & suitability requirements 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.

Education

There are no formal education requirements for this position. However, a bachelor's degree or higher is highly desired.

How you will be evaluated

When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in your resume to determine your level of knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the job requirements. You must respond to all required application questions. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for possible interview and selection based upon the number of available vacancies to be filled in each office. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a resume that directly relates to this position.

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