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Workforce Planning Program Manager

National Institute Of Standards And Technology

Job Location:

Gaithersburg, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 143913 - 143913

Posted: 6 October 2026 (3 days ago)

Application Deadline: 4 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

The Office of Human Resources Management Learning and Organizational Development Division is seeking a Workforce Planning Program Manager for workforce planning succession planning and leadership development initiatives leading the design implementation and evaluation of enterprise talent management strategies that strengthen organizational capability and support mission readiness.

Duties

Serves as the NIST Program Manager for workforce planning succession planning and leadership development initiatives leading the design implementation and evaluation of enterprise talent management strategies that strengthen organizational capability and support mission readiness.

Provides strategic consultation to senior leaders on workforce and succession planning manages leadership development programs that support talent pipeline objectives and serves as the NIST liaison with the Department of Commerce on related initiatives.
Identifies and analyzes workforce and organizational development needs.
Develops policies processes and data-driven recommendations to improve human capital programs.
Conducts research on emerging workforce trends and government-wide priorities; and exercises independent judgment in interpreting applicable laws regulations and agency policies to provide recommendations that inform executive decisions on strategic human capital initiatives.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

U.S. citizenship
Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment
Must meet time-in-grade/band requirements as applicable
Bargaining Unit Position: No

Qualifications

To qualify applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level (or ZA-III at NIST). Specialized experience is defined as experience:

Developing implementing and evaluating strategic workforce planning succession planning and talent management strategies aligned with agency goals;
Conducting workforce analytics assessing skill gaps and trend research to deliver data-driven recommendations to executive leadership; and
Collaborating with senior leaders HR officials and cross-functional stakeholders to build organizational capacity establish consensus and manage projects or initiatives requiring consensus-building and strategic partnership.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook.

If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination please refer to the following site:
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Education

Qualifications are based upon meeting specialized experience only. Education cannot be used to qualify for this position.

Additional information

This position is covered under NISTs Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS) a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Learn more about the APMS here!

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A probationary period may be required.

NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities. For more information please visit our Careers website.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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