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Summary

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a HR Manager. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/09/2026 to 01/23/2026
Salary
$139,009 to - $189,558 per year
Pay scale & grade
AD 00
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Washington, DC
Few vacancies
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required - N/A
Relocation expenses reimbursed
NoThe Senate Sergeant at Arms does not pay for relocation expenses.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
0
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
req807
Control number
854092400

Duties

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Develops and implements HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall SAA strategy. Supports current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital, data, and HRIS. Develops and monitors overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization. Ensures legal compliance throughout human resource management, data retention and management, and HRIS.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/YO0NL.

Qualifications

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

  • Ability to interpret employment laws.
  • Effective communicator, strong organization skills, ability to train employees, handle sensitive/confidential information.
  • Ability to effectively address various perspectives, navigate competing priorities, and clarify outcomes.
  • Experience using data applications, HR systems, and data analytics.
  • May perform duties of a contract representative (COR) as needed.

Required Work Experience

  • 8+ years progressively responsible HR experience.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

  • 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. 
  • In keeping with the policy of conflicts of interest, relatives of Sergeant at Arms employees are not eligible to work in the Human Resources Office.
  • Ability to interpret employment laws.
  • Effective communicator, Strong organization skills, ability to train employees, handle sensitive/confidential information. Ability to deescalate heated situations.
  • Knowledge of personal computers and word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
  • May perform duties of a contract representative (COR) as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Advanced experience with HRIS platforms.
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience in optimizing and implementing HRIS systems and HR data.
  • Experience developing and improving personnel processes, workflows, and data management.
  • Problem solves in a collaborative team environment.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Aptitude for reports; report generation and analysis.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, etc.
  • Identify trends or root cause behaviors for frequently occurring audit issues or integration errors.
  • Experience handling sensitive, confidential organizational/ department information.
  • Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change across the organization.
  • Experience coaching and mentoring team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Familiarity with compensation structures and position description management is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Working Conditions

  • Sedentary.

Education

Bachelor’s in HR management or related field.

Additional information

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email SAARecruitment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

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.

Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.

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