Lead Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment & Placement)
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HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (CLASSIFICATION)
Defense Human Resources Activity
Department of Defense
Location
Salary
$126,711 - $187,093
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 8, 2026
GS-14 Pay Grade
Base salary range: $104,604 - $135,987
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-13. Senior expert or supervisor.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves advising on complex human resources issues for the Department of Defense, focusing on developing policies, analyzing laws, and leading special projects to improve HR practices across the organization.
The role requires working independently with senior leaders to provide expert guidance and deliver training on emerging HR challenges.
It's a great fit for experienced HR professionals with deep knowledge of federal regulations who enjoy strategic advisory work in a high-stakes government environment.
Key Requirements
- One year of specialized experience at GS-13 level or equivalent in federal service
- Expertise in applying federal position classification principles, concepts, and practices
- Experience conducting or participating in agency-level HR projects and studies
- Ability to prepare and deliver training or presentations on HR programs
- Strong skills in policy development and providing guidance on HR issues aligned with DoD directives
- Proficiency in legislative analysis, interpreting laws/regulations, and recommending solutions
- Experience leading special DoD-level HR initiatives and communicating with senior officials
Full Job Description
This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity.
The incumbent independently provides highly complex human resources (HR) management advisory and technical services on the most important and substantive organizational functions and work practices to the Department of Defense (DOD) and Components' management and subject-matter experts.
You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A.
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Applying Federal position, classification principles, concepts and practices.
Conducting/participating in special Agency level HR related projects and studies. Preparing and delivering training/presentations on HR related programs. Major Duties:
As a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (CLASSIFICATION) at the GS-0201-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: Policy Development and Guidance: Develops Department of Defense (DoD) policies and program guidance on specific or emerging human resources issues, ensuring alignment with DoD strategic directives and requirements.
Advisory Role and Expert Consultation: Serves as a senior advisor to DoD HR experts, senior executives, and staff, offering technical expertise on complex HR issues, interpreting laws and regulations, and recommending tailored solutions for various situations across DoD Components.
Legislative Analysis and Recommendations: Evaluates new or modified legislation and regulations, providing recommendations for changes to improve DoD HR programs.
Develops proposals for legislative changes that could impact HR practices across the DoD.
Special Projects and Presentations: Leads or participates in special DoD-level HR projects, studies, and initiatives, preparing and delivering oral and written presentations to senior officials and other stakeholders.
Training and Knowledge Transfer: Develops and delivers training on complex or emerging HR laws, regulations, and issues, ensuring that senior leaders and HR professionals across the DoD are well-informed and equipped to handle evolving challenges in human resources management.
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