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The United States Space Force (USSF) at the Pentagon, Arlington, VA is searching for a Human Resources Specialist to support S1CT (NH-0201-03, GS-12/13 equivalent).
Description:Shape the Future of the Space Force Civilian Workforce:
As an HR Business Partner specializing in Outreach and Talent Pipelines, you will serve as the principal advisor and program architect driving civilian force renewal across the U.S. Space Force (USSF). Operating at the nexus of strategic human capital and cutting-edge space missions, you will expand high-impact DAF and DOW enterprise talent pipelines-including Premier College Internships (PCIP), Palace Acquire (PAQ), Defense Civilian Training Corps (DCTC), SMART Scholarships, and specialized fellowships (such as NobleReach and CyberCorps). You have expert knowledge in the use of Direct Hire Authorities (DHAs) and federal human capital staffing and recruitment regulations to aggressively source, attract, and onboard top-tier STEM, cyber, and acquisition talent, delivering innovative staffing solutions directly aligned with Chief of Space Operations (CSO) priorities.
Drive Strategic Partnerships & Enterprise Outreach:
You will build and negotiate strategic alliances across academia, industry, and interagency partners, establishing vital Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to fuel the USSF talent ecosystem. You will evaluate conversion metrics to optimize pipeline effectiveness. Whether authoring policies and business processes or championing Guardian civilian careers across various forums, you will be the catalyst transforming strategic workforce vision into mission-ready operational capability.
Ideal Candidate:The ideal candidate is a seasoned federal HR professional with a proven track record of managing and innovating complex civilian talent pipeline programs, such as those internal to the Department of Airforce, Department of War, the Office of Personnel Management, and across external organizations. This individual is a strategic thinker and skilled networker, capable of building robust partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders to attract top-tier STEM and acquisition talent. They possess mastery of federal HR laws and regulations and excel at advising senior leadership, translating strategic workforce goals into actionable recruitment campaigns that directly shape the future of the U.S. Space Force's civilian workforce.
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Conditions of employment- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- May be required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
- Eligible for situational teleworking only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed "unscheduled telework".
- May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
- May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
- This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
- PCS funding is authorized. (This is a Centrally Managed position.)
- Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.
QualificationsThe 0201 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.
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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.
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