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Summary

Human Resources (HR) Officers provide substantive advice across HR functional areas to include workforce planning, talent acquisition, and staffing.

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Accepting applications
Posted this month · Apply by 09/30/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on September 30, 2026
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Salary
$74,595 - $105,829 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 8 - 12
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Financial disclosure required
Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
24-12186679-7093/SEHD
Control number
757393600

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Duties

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As a Human Resources (HR) Officer, you will provide substantive advice across a full range of HR functional areas, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, staffing and selection, employee development, compensation, benefits, policy, performance management, rewards and recognition, and retention. You will partner with senior managers to develop, implement, and influence HR policies, plans, and strategies that align with CIA and Intelligence Community talent initiatives. Human Resources professionals are trusted, strategic partners and are a vital part of CIA.

The majority of your career will be based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area with the first 4-6 years focused on providing you with basic Agency and government-unique knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform in a range of positions. Some examples of entry-level offices that you may serve in are: Mission Centers, HR Transformation, directorate HR offices, etc. You will have the opportunity to compete for global positions after successfully completing the HR Onboarding Program.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
  • You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
  • You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
  • You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
  • You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
  • For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

  • Experience building interpersonal relationships
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Experience in problem solving, prioritization, time management, and workflow management
  • Experience in working with limited guidance and close interaction with colleagues
  • Experience using information technology tools, e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Knowledge of basic project management
  • Ability to evaluate and apply HR business rules to ensure data integrity and accuracy
  • Ability to evaluate and recommend appropriate HR interventions
  • Ability to learn HR Information Systems and other related HR databases or software
  • Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields:
    • Human Resources or Human Capital Management
    • Business Administration or Business Management
    • Organizational Development
    • Public Administration
    • Psychology
    • Sociology
  • At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

Additional information

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/.

Central Intelligence Agency

We are the Nation's first line of defense, and we have a mission for you. Join us as we leverage the power of information to keep our Nation safe by collecting foreign intelligence, producing objective all-source analysis, conducting covert action at the president's direction, and safeguarding secrets that protect the United States. Our workforce is our strength. CIA is a place that values people with different backgrounds and perspectives. The goal being to create a community that fosters a sense of belonging in a way that enriches officers and empowers them to advance CIA's mission.


Read more about life at CIA here: https://www.cia.gov/careers/working-at-cia/

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