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Lead Human Resources Specialist

U.S. Capitol Police

Legislative Branch

Fresh

Location

Salary

$170,001 - $209,911

per year

Closes

March 13, 2026

GS-13 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a senior HR expert at the U.S.

Capitol Police who advises on employee issues like benefits, performance reviews, and labor relations to keep the workforce running smoothly and support the agency's mission of protecting Congress.

The role involves leading teams, analyzing policies, and using data to improve HR programs.

It's a great fit for experienced HR professionals with leadership skills who enjoy strategic planning and working in a high-stakes government environment.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-13 level in HR areas like workforce relations, benefits, retirement, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, and leave programs
  • Supervisory or leadership experience, including guiding and directing others
  • Ability to interpret, analyze, and apply laws, regulations, and policies affecting HR programs
  • Strong consultation and collaboration skills to advise senior leadership on strategic matters
  • Expertise in conducting policy impact analyses, especially for bargaining unit employees and collective bargaining agreements
  • Proficiency in leading performance management programs and using data-driven analysis for process improvements

Full Job Description

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism.

We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.

For the CP-12 level you must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-11/GS-13 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience which includes (1) knowledge of advanced human resource principles, concepts, regulations, and practices in workforce relations, including benefits, retirement, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, and leave programs; (2) prior supervisory or leadership experience or demonstrated expertise in providing guidance, support, and direction to others; (3) interpreting, analyzing, and applying a broad range of laws, regulations, and policies impacting agency programs; and (4) strong consultation and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership on strategic and operational matters.

All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

(Information on Qualification & Education is located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/) Major Duties:

This position is located in the Workforce Relations Division, Office of Human Resources, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer, United States Capitol Police (USCP).

The incumbent serves as a senior subject matter expert and lead advisor within the Workforce Relations Division, providing support in strategic planning, internal policy development, operational effectiveness, and the training and development of staff members within the division.

Provides high-level expertise in employee relations, labor relations, performance management, benefits, retirement, leave administration, and administrative operations.

Conducts comprehensive impact analyses of USCP policies to evaluate their impact on bargaining unit employees and the collective bargaining agreement.

Leads efforts related to the agency's performance management program, including maintaining and updating the performance management system, ensuring alignment with agency goals.

Uses data-driven analysis to inform process improvements and strategic recommendations that enhance workforce relations programs.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/26/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/27/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: req720