Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (ER/LR) (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Federal Railroad Administration
• Department: Department of Transportation
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia
• Salary: $143913 – $187093/yr
• Schedule: Full Time
• Hiring Path: Disability
• Number of Openings: 1
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-10-01
• Application Deadline: 2026-10-14

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Job Summary

This position is located in the Office of Human Resources, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), in Washington, DC. You will be responsible for supervising a team of human resources specialist and planning, development, implementation, and administration of programs related to labor management, employee relations, labor relations, awards and suitability.

Key Responsibilities

As the Human Resources Specialist (Employee Labor Relations), you will: Serve as the senior expert on Employee and Labor Relations for the FRA. Plan, develop, and implement streamlined and comprehensive programs related to employee relations, labor relations, suitability, reasonable accommodations, leave programs, including FMLA, awards and employee performance management.

Develop strategic and tactical program objectives and policy guidance relating to employee relations, discipline, performance management and awards, employment conditions, grievance and appeal procedures, and allowances, and entitlement with the goal of creating a positive employment environment for supervisors and employees to excel.

Apply a broad knowledge and understanding of the mission and programs of the various FRA components in identifying problems and evaluating possible solutions. Represent the FRA Administrator and FRA managers and supervisors in investigating grievances; conducting negotiations and meetings of the parties involved; and in the preparation of responses to specific issues.

The Ideal Candidate is a Senior Human Resources Specialist who is an agency expert with experience in Employee Relations, Labor Relations, and at least one of the following areas: Performance Management, leave administration, Personnel Security.

This position is perfect for a senior level human resources specialist who is looking for an opportunity to lead a team of HR Specialists and provide technical program expertise and management advisory services for a broad range of human resources employee services programs for all FRA employees.

Additionally, successful candidates will have experience preparing written deliverables such as human resources policies or operating procedures, communication, and have excellent communication skills to counsel employees and managers.

Contact

TRANSJOBS@dot.gov · 000-000-0000

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-14.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full Time position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Disability' hiring path.

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