Strategic Human Capital Specialist, Senior
The Opportunity:
Human capital strategy is more than policies, processes, or compliance—it’s the engine that shapes workforce readiness, mission outcomes, and organizational performance. As a Strategic Human Capital Specialist, you’ll partner directly with clients to analyze workforce challenges, assess organizational needs, and design forward‑leaning solutions that strengthen mission delivery. You will lead efforts across recruiting and compensation programs. You will provide performance metrics and insights and craft actionable program requirements. You will guide leaders through complex decisions and transform insights into measurable improvements. You will be required to synthesize large amounts of information and data and develop actionable plans to address complex challenges facing clients in condensed timelines. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor—balancing strategic thinking with hands‑on execution. You’ll develop human capital strategies aligned to mission priorities, translate data into compelling narratives, and build collaborative relationships across stakeholders. Your ability to develop human capital strategies and translate them into detailed implementation plans will help ensure operational success for our clients. Join us to help clients modernize their workforce, elevate people‑centric operations, and drive strategic impact at scale.
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5+ years of experience supporting human capital, workforce strategy, or organizational development
Experience leading or contributing to human capital strategy efforts, such as workforce planning, talent management, compensation programs, organizational assessments, or HR transformation
Experience translating complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leaders
Experience engaging cross‑functional teams, building relationships, and driving adoption of new processes or solutions
Experience with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools
Ability to manage competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, and deliver high‑quality work under tight timelines
Ability to brief and facilitate conversations with executive audiences
TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
Bachelor’s degree
Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or other national security clients
Experience applying critical thinking and problem‑solving frameworks to shape recommendations and guide decision‑making
Experience managing or advising on large‑scale organizational change efforts, workforce transformation, or enterprise HR modernization
Ability to develop performance metrics or human capital analytics
Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
Human capital–related certifications such as SHRM‑CP/SCP, HCI, or PMP
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
