Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer

Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer

Los Alamos National Laboratory invites applications for the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer (DCHRO) to lead and shape the Laboratory's human resources strategy, ensuring excellence in day‑to‑day operations while driving large‑scale initiatives that support short‑ and long‑term strategic goals.

• Collaborate with the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to develop and execute HR strategy.
• Maximize data‑based decision making for efficient and effective HR operations.
• Provide thought partnership to leaders in building and leading inclusive high‑performing teams.
• Offer continuous performance feedback, coaching, and mentoring.
• Serve as liaison to operations and customer functions.
• Drive workforce engagement strategies and oversee field services, employee/labor relations, and organizational development groups.
• Assist in planning and implementing Laboratory‑wide engagement strategies with strong partnership to customers.

• Expert level knowledge and consultative experience with HR theories, principles, practices, and related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience leading a team of leaders and professionals in a dynamic organization.
• Advanced experience interacting with senior managers, executives, peers, and customers.
• Customer‑focused ability to understand, anticipate, and meet needs.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 20 years of related experience, or equivalent education and experience.

• Advanced degree directly related to the occupation.
• Experience interfacing with Laboratory management and broad knowledge of all Laboratory operations.
• Advanced HR certification.
• Knowledge of NNSA/DOE Human Resources Requirements.

Hybrid (partial onsite/partial offsite) within a 2‑hour ground commute. Location is in northern New Mexico. Regular appointment employees must serve one‑year or two‑year continuous service to be eligible.

• PPO or high deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6 % matching plus 3.5 % annually).
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius).

• Directive 206.2 – Employment requires a favorable NNSA decision for U.S. citizens.
• Clearance: Q (requires U.S. citizenship; background investigation required).

Successful applicants must complete a new‑employment drug test. A positive marijuana test results in termination, even if used prior to the offer.

Laboratory employees applying for regular‑status positions will be converted to regular status.

Eligibility is governed by Policy P701; regular appointment employees must meet continuous service requirements.

The position is eligible after a minimum of 3 months of qualified service on or before July 1. The annual distribution is prorated based on months served.

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to accessibility and accommodations for disabled individuals.