Office of Naval Research · Arlington, VA · posted Nov 6, 2026
DIRECTOR CIVILIAN HUMAN RESOURCES
$142K to $197K a year
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You will serve as the Director, Civilian Human Resources (DCHR) and the Human Resources Director (HRD) for the Office of Naval Research (ONR). You will provide advice & guidance to the Chief of Naval Research (CNR) and senior management on all matters relating to Civilian Human Resources Management (HRM) throughout the Command. Before applying, you're encouraged to learn more about federal human resources careers by visiting the HR Career Compass at: www.OPM.gov/HRCareerCompass.
You will participate in all major strategic planning deliberations and decisions involving mission requirements and their impact on the workforce. You will integrate HRM into every facet of the CNR's executive planning and provide continuity to the "corporate memory" of the CNR's staff on all HRM matters. You will be responsible for strategic HRM planning which is integral to successful execution of the ONR strategic plan.
You will direct systematic HRM program planning and execution geared to support the Command's long-range goals and objectives in support of issues such as work force shaping, succession planning, restructuring, regionalization, consolidation, etc. You will participate with colleagues from throughout the Department of the Navy in strategic planning sessions that focus on developing a Navy-wide corporate Human Resources (HR) strategy.
You will coordinate planning processes with other line and staff management officials within the Command, with counterparts at other Echelon 1 and 2 Commands, Office of Civilian Human Resources (OCHR), Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), etc. You will develop and execute Command-wide HRM programs such as staffing, labor and employee relations, classification and position management, civilian leadership development and employee development, etc.
You will provide leadership in the melding of Command HR policies and programs ensuring proper operations. You will formulate and execute an operating budget, which includes staff training and travel, contractor support, Lab Demonstration planning and implementation support. You will participate in quality-based command management assessments to determine the state and effectiveness of HRM programs and services throughout the Command.
You will ensure equal opportunity goals and objectives are achieved with respect to training, promotions, awards, appointments, recognition, and career development opportunities.
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NO-04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Executing, directing, or managing the delivery of civilian federal human resources (HR) services involving one or more of the following functions: recruitment and staffing, classification, compensation, labor relations, employee relations, oversight of automated personnel information systems, or employee development; ensuring compliance with governing laws and regulations; developing, interpreting, and/or advising senior management on HR policies and administration; and providing substantive input to the strategic planning of human capital resources for an organization.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
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