Human Resources & Force Development Specialist
Description
Overview
Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With more than 1,700 team members, 1,500 AI and data experts, and 100 prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.
We have been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for six consecutive years and named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in 13 of the past 14 years. Credence offers a welcoming environment for those looking to grow and make a meaningful impact. We encourage employees to push boundaries and help solve critical, world-changing federal challenges.
Position Summary
Credence has an immediate need for Human Capital & Force Development Specialist(s). The Human Capital & Force Development Specialist delivers operational, analytical, and programmatic support across military personnel management, civilian human resources, manpower planning, and force development. Working within a major DoW/Air Force/Space Force Center environment, this role serves as an advisor and executor for end-to-end personnel lifecycles—ranging from assignment cycle boards and hiring requisitions to functional career field training, education management, and talent governance.
The specialist (s) coordinates closely with Functional Home Offices (such as Contracting/PK, Engineering/EN/EM), the Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC), and Center leadership to optimize manning, accelerate recruitment, and track career milestones across the workforce.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below
Personnel Management & Unit Administration
- Plan, assist, and execute comprehensive personnel actions across the employee lifecycle: onboarding, unit immersions, hiring processes, performance management cycles, awards and recognition programs, and routine administrative milestones.
- Maintain and continuously update core organizational rosters, including the Unit Personnel Management Roster (UPMR), Unit Manning Document (UMD), and organizational charts.
- Advise military and civilian leadership on manpower guidelines, personnel policies, and proper documentation procedures.
Manpower Analysis & Strategic Planning
- Conduct data-driven analyses of current and projected unit manning levels to identify gaps, forecast future resource requirements, and recommend optimal workforce allocations.
- Perform organizational, functional, mission, and manpower requirement studies to support structural adjustments and resource justifications.
Civilian Human Resources Execution (Focus area)
- Provide creative recruiting approaches.
- Provide support to both recruiting, hiring events and job fairs.
- Provide regulatory guidance on Title 5/Title 10 civilian personnel rules, hiring authorities, and merit system principles.
- Support the civilian recruitment pipeline: draft justifications for vacancies, build Requests for Personnel Action (RPAs), create Core Personnel Documents (CPDs/position descriptions), process Manpower Change Requests (MCRs), and coordinate security clearance waivers.
- Prepare and process specialized civilian manpower packages, including Reimbursable positions, Superior Qualifications Appointments (SQA), By-Name-Requests, and Position Designation determinations.
- Coordinate recruit-fill actions in strict compliance with Center policies and Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC) operating procedures.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Clearance is required.
- Must hold 2–7+ years of experience in military/DoW human resource management, military personnel flights (MPF), manpower administration, or DoW workforce development programs.
- DoW/AF Systems Knowledge: Direct working familiarity with Air Force or Space Force personnel tools and structures (e.g., UMD, UPMR, AFPC hiring workflows, RPA processing via myPers/myFSS or equivalent civilian personnel tracking software).
- Civilian HR Familiarity: Practical experience assisting with federal hiring packages (RPAs, position descriptions/CPDs, justification memos, and qualification determinations).
- Acquisition & Training Frameworks: Demonstrated familiarity with DAU/APDP requirements, DAWIA certification tracks, and workforce development documentation (IDPs, CFETPs).
- Communication: High-level written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated experience drafting executive packages, staff summaries, and data-backed briefings for leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting a major acquisition center (e.g., Space Systems Center [SSC], Air Force Materiel Command [AFMC], or Life Cycle Management Center [AFLCMC]).
- Direct familiarity supporting Functional Home Offices (such as PK, EN/EM, or PM).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or an education-related field or Work experience is a suitable substitute.
Salary Range: $150,000- 175,000k annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, education, certifications, skills, and overall qualifications.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
Skills
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First name, Last name, Email, Headline, Please list your full legal first and last name (e.g., John L. Smith II), Please provide your preferred first name, Phone, By providing a phone number and submitting this form you consent to receive SMS text messages from Credence LLC in accordance with our SMS Privacy Policy (https://credence-llc.com/careers/sms-privacy/) Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. Reply No, to STOP and opt out., Address, Photo, Were you referred to this position by a Credence team member?, If you were referred by a Credence team member, please list their name. If not, please write N/A, Education, Experience, List any work related certifications or licenses you currently possess, Please comment on how your prior education and experiences qualify you for the type of employment you are seeking., Summary, Resume, Please indicate which active clearances you have, If you have a security clearance not listed, please fill in., Cover letter, Type of work desired, What is your annual salary expectation? (Ranges are welcomed- non-answers may delay your consideration), What date are you available to join Credence as a new hire?, Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S. as a U.S. citizen or Fully Naturalized U.S. Citizen? , Do you currently or will you in the future, require an immigration sponsorship and/or a host for a work visa authorization (e.g., F1 or H-1B)? (if hired, verification will be required consistent with federal law.) , Are you at least 18 years old? (if no, you may be required to provide authorization to work) , Have you ever worked for Credence before? If yes, what year and in what role?, Credence honors our Service Members and wonder if you are a Veteran or have Veteran status?, Credence honors our Service Members and their spouses, have you ever been a Military Spouse?, Do you have any relatives employed by this organization?, I have disclosed all information that is relevant and should be considered applicable to my candidacy for employment. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment, and must receive a negative result for illegal drug use before being permitted to commence work with Company. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment medical examination after receiving a conditional offer of employment, and must meet the qualifications for the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, before being permitted to commence work with Company. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment to investigate my criminal background and other matters related to my suitability for employment. Initial to agree., I hereby certify that the information given by me is true in all respects. 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I also agree to notify the organization during the pre-employment process of any non-solicitation, non-disclosure, and/or other similar agreements that I may have already signed with current and former employers. I expressly understand and agree that, if employed, my employment, having no specified term, is based upon mutual consent and may be terminated at-will, with or without cause, by either party (Company or me) without prior notice to the other, unless otherwise prohibited by law. I understand that no representation, whether oral or written, by any representative or agent of Company, at any time, can constitute an implied or express contract of employment. I further understand no representative or agent of Company has the authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make any change in any policy, procedure, benefit or other terms or condition of employment other than in a document signed by an authorized representative. I understand that the technical processing and transmission of the application, including my personal information, may involve (a) transmissions over various networks, including the transfer of this information to the United States and/or other countries for storage, processing and use by Company, its affiliates, and their agents; and (b) changes to conform and adapt to technical requirements of connecting networks and devices. Accordingly, I agree to permit such parties to make such transmissions and changes, and hereby provide the necessary consent for the same. Initial to agree., Do you currently meet the worksite location requirements for being On-site or Hybrid as defined in the job description?, If “No”, are you willing to relocate to meet this requirement? Please note that candidates who are unable to work onsite or relocate will not meet the position requirements.
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- Do you currently hold an active Secret security clearance?
- Are you a US citizen?
- Do you have a bachelor’s degree and meet the educational requirements defined in the job description ?
- Are you knowledgeable of higher government headquarters, Air Force and Space Force, processes, and procedures as it relates to the functional responsibility?
- Do you have experience working with updating core organizational rosters, including the Unit Personnel Management Roster (UPMR), Unit Manning Document (UMD), and organizational charts?