Human Capital Specialist

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Process improvement, performance measurement, change management — whatever you call it, it comes down to one thing: learn how a program works and make it better. You thrive on partnering with clients to understand their mission, people, and processes, then turning insight into practical solutions. In this role you’ll design and manage awards programs that celebrate excellence across the workforce. You’ll partner with leadership and HR teams to ensure recognition initiatives align with mission objectives, comply with policy, and deliver meaningful impact.

From program design and policy interpretation to data analysis and event coordination you’ll be the go‑to expert for recognition strategies. You’ll build trusted relationships, anticipate needs, and propose innovative solutions that make employees feel valued and motivated. Join us and help create a culture of appreciation that drives performance.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• Experience building credibility and driving adoption
• Experience developing and administering awards programs, including policy compliance and stakeholder coordination
• Experience performing optimally under tight time constraints and adapting to last‑minute changes without loss of quality
• Experience with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio, and using technology to manage HR program administration
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and timelines across multiple stakeholders and work streams
• Ability to distill complex data into succinct, jargon‑free narratives and presentations for senior decision‑makers
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or Organizational Development

Nice If You Have:

• Experience handling rigorous Q&A
• Experience managing high‑volume, quick‑turn taskers while maintaining composure and precision in a high‑pressure environment
• Experience automating awards workflows using HRIS or workflow tools such as Service Now or Workday
• Ability to pivot briefings in real time based on executive audience feedback
• Ability to use critical thinking, including problem framing, research, and option evaluation, to provide clear, actionable recommendations
• Possession of excellent consulting skills with a client‑service mindset
• HR‑related professional certifications

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 $55,200.00 to $ (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the…