Job Requirements
Washington, DC
Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$151,661 - $228,000
Job Description
Who May Apply
Open to ALL U.S. Citizens
This announcement is open to all qualified U.S. citizens.
NOTE: CURRENT PERMANENT FBI EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY FOR THIS JOB THROUGH RISE, Announcement Number RISE-JOB-26-001412 for FBI Agent/Professional Staff/Intelligence Analyst. Applications will not be accepted from outside of the area of consideration.
This opening is available for application until 04/23/2026.
Job Summary
Position: Assistant Director
Division: Human Resources Division
Location: Washington D.C.
Working Hours: 8:00a.m. to 4:30p.m. (Flexible)
Salary: $151,661 - $228,000
Promotional Potential: None
Limited Cost Transfer may be offered with non-continuous service transfers.
Cost Transfer may be offered with continuous service transfers.
Travel Required - some domestic travel may be required.
This position does not allow for remote or telework options.
Key Requirements
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret -SCI clearance
U.S. Citizenship Required
The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Major Duties
As the FBI's Human Resources Officer (HRO), the individual serves as the FBI's human capital/resources leader, responsible for managing the human capital/resources of the FBI. The HRO reports to the FBI's Operational Director for the Human Capital Branch. The HRO is responsible for the human resources staff of approximately 380 employees, as well as, coordinating with human resources field office representatives to meet hiring objectives.
The general responsibilities of the HRO include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lead all aspects of the FBI's human capital operations to include workforce planning; hiring and selection; employee development; and functions such as compensation, benefits, awards, etc. Design and implement a rigorous workforce plan to enhance the FBI's human capital effectiveness and build the organizational capability to ensure the FBI has the depth and breadth of talent necessary to meet its changing and growing mission. Lead the recruitment effort necessary to effectively and efficiently meet hiring targets within the current budget environment while building a best practices talent acquisition program. Advance the use of technology and guide numerous efforts to automate processes and improve all human resources systems. Drive general HR process and productivity improvements to ensure exceptional and timely client service and operational excellence.
Qualifications & Evaluations
the following competencies: , driving efficiency, merit and competence, leading people, and achieving results.
Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement.
Executive Core Qualifications:
Please ensure you respond to each of the competencies. Failure to respond to the competencies will not allow you to submit your application.
2. Driving Efficiency - ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
3. Merit and Competence - demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
4. Leading People - ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
5. Achieving Results - ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
How to Apply
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.
Step 1. Establish an applicant account on the FBIJobs website by clicking Apply Now and then Register Now or login using your existing applicant account.
Step 2. Paste your text resume in the space provided, upload a new resume or use a resume you have applied with previously.
Step 3. Complete your applicant profile if establishing your account for the first time.
Step 4. Complete the assessment questionnaire.
Step 5. ATTACH YOUR RESPONSES TO THE FIVE COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED IN THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EVALUATIONS SECTION.
Step 6. Complete the application sections requested and submit your application
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:
Your resume Other supporting documents: College transcript(s) Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50 (only former Federal employees) Most recent Performance Appraisal. Please Note: This applies to current federal employees.
What to Expect Next
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
Benefits
The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees:
Additional Information
You must respond to the COMPETENCY QUESTIONS in your application. Failure to provide a response will preclude you from submitting your application. Following submission, additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES: The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either e-mail at , telephone at 202-324-2158, or FAX at 202-324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment and will be processed in the order it was received.
THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS IS ONLY FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AND/OR ANY QUESTIONS UNRELATED TO REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. SHOULD ANY APPLICATIONS BE RECEIVED, THEY WILL NOT BE FORWARDED FOR CONSIDERATION DURING THE HIRING PROCESS.
The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principal investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.
The selectee with the exception of current FBI SES employees, will be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period as a condition of retaining an SES appointment in the FBI.
New Federal employees must serve a one-year probationary period. The probationary periods will be served concurrently.
Veteran's preference does not apply to SES.
Selectees are also required to complete a financial disclosure report, OGE-278e, within 30 days of official appointment.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation.
Policy has been implemented that requires support employees entering a position through a competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to a lower grade for a minimum of 12 months.
This opening is available for application unt il 04/23/2026.
and include the job opening ID in the subject line.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
Open to ALL U.S. Citizens
This announcement is open to all qualified U.S. citizens.
NOTE: CURRENT PERMANENT FBI EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY FOR THIS JOB THROUGH RISE, Announcement Number RISE-JOB-26-001412 for FBI Agent/Professional Staff/Intelligence Analyst. Applications will not be accepted from outside of the area of consideration.
This opening is available for application until 04/23/2026.
Job Summary
Position: Assistant Director
Division: Human Resources Division
Location: Washington D.C.
Working Hours: 8:00a.m. to 4:30p.m. (Flexible)
Salary: $151,661 - $228,000
Promotional Potential: None
Limited Cost Transfer may be offered with non-continuous service transfers.
Cost Transfer may be offered with continuous service transfers.
Travel Required - some domestic travel may be required.
This position does not allow for remote or telework options.
Key Requirements
Must be able to obtain a Top Secret -SCI clearance
U.S. Citizenship Required
The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Major Duties
As the FBI's Human Resources Officer (HRO), the individual serves as the FBI's human capital/resources leader, responsible for managing the human capital/resources of the FBI. The HRO reports to the FBI's Operational Director for the Human Capital Branch. The HRO is responsible for the human resources staff of approximately 380 employees, as well as, coordinating with human resources field office representatives to meet hiring objectives.
The general responsibilities of the HRO include, but are not limited to, the following:
Qualifications & Evaluations
the following competencies: , driving efficiency, merit and competence, leading people, and achieving results.
Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement.
Executive Core Qualifications:
Please ensure you respond to each of the competencies. Failure to respond to the competencies will not allow you to submit your application.
2. Driving Efficiency - ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
3. Merit and Competence - demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
4. Leading People - ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
5. Achieving Results - ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
How to Apply
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.
Step 1. Establish an applicant account on the FBIJobs website by clicking Apply Now and then Register Now or login using your existing applicant account.
Step 2. Paste your text resume in the space provided, upload a new resume or use a resume you have applied with previously.
Step 3. Complete your applicant profile if establishing your account for the first time.
Step 4. Complete the assessment questionnaire.
Step 5. ATTACH YOUR RESPONSES TO THE FIVE COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED IN THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EVALUATIONS SECTION.
Step 6. Complete the application sections requested and submit your application
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:
What to Expect Next
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
Benefits
The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees:
Additional Information
You must respond to the COMPETENCY QUESTIONS in your application. Failure to provide a response will preclude you from submitting your application. Following submission, additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES: The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either e-mail at , telephone at 202-324-2158, or FAX at 202-324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment and will be processed in the order it was received.
THIS E-MAIL ADDRESS IS ONLY FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AND/OR ANY QUESTIONS UNRELATED TO REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS. SHOULD ANY APPLICATIONS BE RECEIVED, THEY WILL NOT BE FORWARDED FOR CONSIDERATION DURING THE HIRING PROCESS.
The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principal investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.
The selectee with the exception of current FBI SES employees, will be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period as a condition of retaining an SES appointment in the FBI.
New Federal employees must serve a one-year probationary period. The probationary periods will be served concurrently.
Veteran's preference does not apply to SES.
Selectees are also required to complete a financial disclosure report, OGE-278e, within 30 days of official appointment.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation.
Policy has been implemented that requires support employees entering a position through a competitive OR non-competitive action may be precluded from moving to another position within the Bureau by means of reassignment or change to a lower grade for a minimum of 12 months.
This opening is available for application unt il 04/23/2026.
and include the job opening ID in the subject line.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
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