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Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer

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Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer (Deputy CHRO) to support a large, complex federal government contracting portfolio. This role requires a highly skilled HR leader with deep knowledge of federal contracting environments, proven experience supporting fast-paced operations, and the ability to drive human resources initiatives across multiple lines of business.

The ideal candidate excels in dynamic environments, brings subject-matter expertise in federal HR compliance and staffing, and can build effective relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels.

THIS IS FULL-TIME, FIVE-DAYS-PER-WEEK ONSITE

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a senior human resources advisor to executive leadership.
  • Lead HR team development, identifying training needs, and building bench strength.
  • Support end-to-end HR operations across multiple programs and contract portfolios.
  • Oversee talent acquisition strategies for high-volume and specialized federal contracting roles.
  • Provide workforce planning, organizational design, and staffing optimization.
  • Partner with program managers and corporate leadership to forecast workforce needs and support rapid scaling.
  • Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, systems, and employee experience.
  • Support change management, performance management, and employee relations initiatives.
  • Help shape human capital strategy aligned with organizational growth and contract requirements

Qualifications

  • 8–12 years of progressively responsible HR experience within government contracting required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. Master’s is a plus.
  • Must be highly proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Track record of operating as a strategic business partner to senior leaders, not just an operational HR support
  • Demonstrated expertise in staffing, high-volume recruiting, and workforce planning for federal programs.
  • Proven ability to operate in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments.
  • Experience supporting multiple lines of business or multi-contract portfolios.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
  • SHRM-CP preferred, SHRM-SCP is a plus.
  • Active Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
Vacancy posted 14 days ago
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