Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer #5440

Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer #5440

Target Hiring Range: $156,701 – $185,000 

Department: Human Resources
Work Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm 
Hybrid Schedule: 3 days onsite per week.
Pay Grade Range: $156701-$205355
Remote Work Status: Hybrid
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posting Date Range: 12/20/24 - Until filled

 In keeping with the policy of conflicts of interest, relatives of Sergeant at Arms employees are not eligible to work in the Office of Human Resources.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Target Hiring Range for this position is: $156,701 – $185,000.

The Office of the Senate Sergeant at Arms dates to 1789 and while much has evolved over the last 234 years, our mission remains the same – we serve the United States Senate.  Our dedicated, talented, and proud work force provides critical security, innovative solutions, and operational support to those creating and witnessing history.  We are committed to teamwork, customer satisfaction, adaptability, and integrity. Our employees are well trained, well respected and work hard, usually behind the scenes, to fulfill our unique  mission.

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer will support SAA HR in executing the overall human capital strategy and day-to-day operations. The human capital strategy supports our commitment to recruit, sustain, develop, recognize, and reward a high-quality workforce, while creating a culture of high achievement for all employees. The Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer must be an experienced and accomplished human resources professional and a key connector to other departments and stakeholders (internal and external) that support the SAA. The Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer will ensure that the human resources team is partnering with departments to build an organizational culture that is inclusive and reflective of our core values. 

A clear track record of managing and organizing human resources best practices that lead to efficient and effective outcomes for the human resources department.  Fifteen years of experience in one or more human capital functions (e.g., recruitment, professional development, performance management) ideally in a government entity, or related, various industries. Three years of supervisory management experience. SHRM – CP/ SCP certification is highly desired.

Working with Us
Challenges and new opportunities are approached with integrity, creativity, teamwork, and respect. By valuing our employees and our mission, we’ve created an organization that embraces the full spectrum of human experience- diversity of thought, education, gender, skills, and experiences. We believe that our unique talents and perspectives contribute to continued success.

Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties
Supports the Chief Human Resources Officer in Human Capital strategy development and implementation. Leads/Supports the implementation of Human Capital Management System from initial scoping to final delivery. Builds systems to recruit, retain, develop, and inspire highly effective staff at every layer of the organization, with a particular emphasis on diversity, fair and equitable compensation, and the implementation of culturally responsive education practices. Supports the development and implementation of policies, practices, and process for human resources functions including, but not limited to recruitment and staffing, hiring, onboarding, HR operations, professional development and growth, performance management and evaluation, succession planning, compensation and employee relations. Builds and leads effective teams to adapt transformational/ modern Human Capital systems. Provides mentoring and coaching to improve team potential and optimize talent.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Education
Bachelor's degree.

Required Work Experience

• At least 15 years of experience in operational human resources, and 3 years in strategic human capital management.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of best practices in human resources, federal, state, and local employment and labor laws and other regulatory requirements, including FLSA, EEO, Title VII, FMLA, ADA, and other employment laws.
• The ability to effectively communicate and share data with broad audiences to improve transparency, trust, and confidence in the district and to promote shared learning.
• The ability to use qualitative and quantitative data to understand the organizational culture and climate.
• The ability to serve as a critical thought-partner and support for principals and department leaders on human resources matters and build their capacity as people managers.
• The ability to navigate uncertainty and ambiguity.
• Ability to prioritize work efforts to execute overall strategy.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Relationship management skills.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Working Conditions

• Sedentary.

 CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must:
1. Be a U.S. citizen;
2. Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B);
3. Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or
4. Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).

Employment is contingent on background / security investigation results.  

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

The SAA provides a highly competitive benefits package for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage to help provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professional development, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to our Employee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA’s benefits, please visit https://sen.gov/OPPW.

ACCOMMODATIONS

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to employment@saa.senate.gov email with “Accommodation” in the subject line.

Salary : $156,701 - $205,355