HR Specialist

Aptive seeks a skilled HR Specialist to support the Veterans Health Administration’s (VHA) RISE Implementation initiative by assisting with workforce-related activities. This role will focus on supporting workforce planning, data collection, and analysis to inform organizational restructuring efforts. The specialist will assist in gathering and validating workforce data, documenting current staffing models, and supporting readiness assessments to evaluate workforce alignment with the new organizational structure across VHACO and VISNs.

In support of implementation, the HR Specialist will contribute to workforce transition activities, including supporting personnel realignment efforts, tracking workforce changes, and maintaining staffing models and workforce trackers. Responsibilities include assisting in analyzing workforce impacts of organizational changes, supporting coordination with functional leads, and helping identify workforce-related risks, gaps, and dependencies. The specialist will also support development of implementation tools, such as checklists and trackers, and contribute to ensuring workforce considerations are integrated into broader implementation planning and execution.

The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of human resources principles, workforce planning, and organizational structures, with strong analytical and communication skills. This role requires attention to detail, proficiency in data analysis tools, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• 6 years of federal HR experience.
• HS/GED (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Consulting experience supporting large, complex Cabinet-level federal agencies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. ​

We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. ​

Founded: 2012
Employees: 300+ nationwide

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.