The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) has an exciting opportunity for an exceptional leader to be its next Chief of Talent Acquisition. The AOC is a Legislative Branch agency responsible to the U.S. Congress for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of the United States Capitol complex. As a global destination for thousands of visitors, Capitol Hill intersects history, architecture and art with the birthplace of our nation's laws.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer, the Chief of the Talent Acquisition Branch will provide strategic and tactical leadership of the Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) talent acquisition program.
As a strategic business partner, the selected candidate will have primary responsibility for planning, developing and executing progressive talent acquisition strategies and processes involving a predominantly Federal Wage Grade workforce in addition to General Schedule staff.
This key role leads and manages the end-to-end candidate experience, including sourcing, attracting, recruiting, screening, acquiring and onboarding highly skilled candidates to meet the agency's current and future workforce requirements. Major Duties: Leads, supervises, coaches and guides the work of a team of human resources professionals supporting the effective delivery of AOC's talent acquisition program.
Identifies and executes innovative recruitment strategies, including digital efforts, hiring events, outreach efforts, and proactive sourcing to enhance the AOC's employer branding efforts. Provides guidance on talent acquisition activities, programs, policies, appointment authorities, and other recruitment considerations to support all AOC organizations.
Utilizes a suite of automated human resources information systems for talent acquisition, personnel actions processing, payroll and other electronic tools used in day-to-day operations. Leverages data analytics, specifically time-to-hire metrics, to inform continuous process improvements to ensure the timely acquisition of talent for AOC position vacancies.
Engages and collaborates with hiring managers, delivering expert management advisory services as a trusted partner to understand their mission, talent needs and desired candidate profiles. Develops and provides supervisory training to managers, supervisors and point-of-contacts on relevant human resources policies and procedures. Advises on complex qualifications determinations and provides ongoing consultation with hiring managers on the selection and interview process.
Responsible for policy development and program implementation in accordance with relevant law, regulations, standards, policies and precedents of the Architect of the Capitol and U.S. Office of Personnel Management.
There is no educational requirement for the Human Resources Management series (0201); however, a bachelor's degree is preferred. SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification is also preferred but not required.
A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc. The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
TalentAcquisitionandClassification@aoc.gov · 202-226-7000
This position is with Architect of the Capitol, Legislative Branch.
The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-09-18.
This is a Full-time - This is an Excepted Service position and does not require or confer civil service Competitive Status. position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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