This position is located in the Executive Office of the President, Office of Management and Budget, Management and Operations Division (MOD). The incumbent supports the Office of Human Capital team, providing policy and management officials in OMB with management advice, consultation and assistance in human resources matters.
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section to MBX.OMB.Recruitment@OMB.eop.gov
Summary
This position is located in the Executive Office of the President, Office of Management and Budget, Management and Operations Division (MOD). The incumbent supports the Office of Human Capital team, providing policy and management officials in OMB with management advice, consultation and assistance in human resources matters.
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section to MBX.OMB.Recruitment@OMB.eop.gov
This is a Non-Reimbursable Detail Opportunity. Your position of record, to include grade level and salary, will remain the same.
****A Detailee is an employee of a United States government agency on assignment or loan so applicant MUST BE A CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEE TO BE CONSIDERED. All other applicants will NOT be considered*****
OMB is looking for energetic professionals with expertise in Talent Acquisition (GS and SES), Data Analytics, Learning & Development, and Workforce Effectiveness to advance strategic human capital initiatives that create significant impact. Candidates for the Talent Acquisition role must possess a comprehensive understanding of special federal hiring authorities, such as Schedule A, VRA, Pathways, and other non-competitive hiring options, and demonstrate their effective application throughout the recruitment process.
As a (Detail) Human Capital Specialist, GS-0301-12/13/14, your typical work assignments may include the following:
Provides strategic human capital guidance and consultative support to OMB policy and management officials on a broad range of HR and workforce issues.
Supports GS and SES hiring, including job analysis, assessments, and applicant evaluation.
Analyzes workforce data to identify trends and inform planning and organizational effectiveness.
Develops clear reports, dashboards, and briefings that communicate workforce insights to leadership.
Assists with designing, implementing, and evaluating learning and development programs.
Researches best practices and contribute to human capital policy development and leadership briefing materials.
Participates in cross-functional projects to improve HR processes and enhance the employee experience.
Provides guidance on employee relations matters, including conduct, performance expectations, and workplace concerns.
Selective Service registration if a male born after December 31, 1959
Be at least 18 years old and obtain a favorable security determination
Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
Direct Deposit is required
RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
This is a non-reimbursable Detail assignment - Minimum 4 - 6 months with longer terms available and option to extend up to a Maximum (1) year.
MUST BE A CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEE TO BE CONSIDERED.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position. The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards.
GRADE REQUIREMENT: This is NOT a promotion. Applicant MUST currently be at the grade level advertised.
AND
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Examples of specialized experience are:
For the GS-12: Must currently hold a GS-12 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement.
For the GS-13: Must currently hold a GS-13 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement.
For the GS-14: Must currently hold a GS-14 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience related to the duties listed in this announcement.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Additional information
Seeking candidates who demonstrate a thorough understanding of federal special hiring authorities (e.g., Schedule A, VRA, Pathways, and other non-competitive hiring options) and the effective application of these authorities throughout the recruitment process.
Seeking qualified candidates across the areas of talent acquisition, data analytics, and workforce effectiveness.
Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page
Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/)
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternative Application.
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required and the extent to which your application shows that you possess the specialized experience associated with this position. Once minimum qualifications are determined, your resume will be ranked against the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) as addressed in the body of your resume. Experience which demonstrates how you meet the QRFs should be clearly documented in your resume.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
SF-50 (Current and former federal employees) must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing competitive status; Tenure 1 or 2 in Block 24; Position Occupied 1 in Block 34; and highest grade held on a permanent basis or full performance level of current position, whichever is higher.
Resume which must include the following information: announcement number and job title for which you are applying; beginning and ending dates (mo/yr) for paid or non-paid work experience; and average number of hours worked per week.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section to MBX.OMB.Recruitment@OMB.eop.gov
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/06/2026 to receive consideration. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.
Office of Management and Budget
725 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20503
US
Next steps
Applicant resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the close date of the announcement. The most highly qualified candidates may be contacted directly for an interview.
If tentatively selected, a security background investigation and drug screening will be conducted. If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal detail assignment offer will be extended.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
SF-50 (Current and former federal employees) must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing competitive status; Tenure 1 or 2 in Block 24; Position Occupied 1 in Block 34; and highest grade held on a permanent basis or full performance level of current position, whichever is higher.
Resume which must include the following information: announcement number and job title for which you are applying; beginning and ending dates (mo/yr) for paid or non-paid work experience; and average number of hours worked per week.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section to MBX.OMB.Recruitment@OMB.eop.gov
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/06/2026 to receive consideration. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.
Office of Management and Budget
725 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20503
US
Next steps
Applicant resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the close date of the announcement. The most highly qualified candidates may be contacted directly for an interview.
If tentatively selected, a security background investigation and drug screening will be conducted. If the drug screening is negative and security background is cleared, then a formal detail assignment offer will be extended.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
