Job Description
Company
Federal Reserve Bank of RichmondWhen you join the Federal Reserve—the nation's central bank—you’ll play a key role, collaborating with a dynamic team of mission-driven professionals to strengthen and protect our economy and our communities.Bring your passion and expertise, and we’ll provide the opportunities that will challenge you and propel your growth—along with a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition assistance, generous paid time off, top-notch health care benefits, child and family care leave, professional development opportunities, a 401(k) match, pension, and more. All brought together in a work environment where you can truly find balance.
About the Opportunity
The Human Resources department has an immediate opening for a HR Specialist reporting to the Supervisor of HR Operations – Employee Experience.
In this role, you will be a key contributor to the employee lifecycle by executing and improving processes that directly shape the onboarding experience for new Bank and System IT employees and contingent workers. You will serve as an operational expert across several HR programs, including background screening, immigration, relocation, and contingent workforce processes. This role also provides essential support for Talent Acquisition activities and partners closely with Centers of Excellence (COEs) — Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, and Total Rewards — as well as employees, hiring managers, and leaders across the Bank. You will gain broad exposure across HR, support critical compliance and operational controls, and play a vital role in ensuring a seamless, compliant, and positive employee experience.
Onsite presence required.
What You Will Do:
Facilitate end‑to‑end onboarding activities for new full‑time employees and contingent workers, ensuring timely completion of background screening requirements, I‑9 verification, Workday data accuracy reviews.
Serve as a point of contact for new hires, hiring managers, and vendors to resolve onboarding questions and ensure a smooth arrival experience.
Maintain confidential information with discretion and ensure adherence to data‑handling standards
Ensures compliance of HR activities by monitoring files, analyzing reports, identifying issues, and referring complex issues to appropriate staff
Participate in cross‑functional initiatives, supporting the design of new or updated HR processes, tools, or policies.
Conduct analysis of activities related to workflow and tasks; propose process improvements based on findings
Anticipate gaps and/or needs across the team and actively seek to remediate those gaps
Qualifications:
At least 0 to 5 years of relevant work experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Strong interpersonal skills and strong analytical ability
Strong attention to detail and strong in oral and written communications
Ability to interact and effectively communicate with people at all levels of the organization and work in an ambiguous environment
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, along with various other software applications as needed for the role
Fundamental knowledge of Human Resources Management principles, including best practices and relevant laws and regulations
Discover the Reason Why So Many People Love It Here!
When you join the Richmond Fed, not only will you find a challenging and purposeful career, you’ll also have access to a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health and wealth, including:
Great medical benefits
Pension and 401(k) with employer match
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Employee resource networks
Paid volunteer leave
Flexible work options
Onsite amenities that make working here fun
Other Requirements and Considerations:
Candidates should review the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions.
The Fifth District provides a hybrid work environment. This position is required to be onsite on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify [email protected].
Employees who work at and/or visit another Federal Reserve entity or outside business as part of their job duties are required to comply with any onsite safety and health protocols of those organizations (including, but not limited to, requirements to vaccinate or test, mask, social distance, etc.).
Sponsorship is not available for this role. Selected candidate is subject to special background check procedures.
The hiring range of the Human Resources Specialist is $57,200 to $77,000.
Salary offered will be based on the job responsibilities and the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as defined in the job qualifications.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by July 24, 2026.
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