Human Resources & Force Development Specialist

Employment: Full-time Experience: Mid-Senior level Education: Bachelor's Degree 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 Specialists. These specialists deliver 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, they serve as advisors and executors across the full personnel lifecycle—from assignment cycle boards and hiring requisitions to functional career field training, education management, and talent governance. The specialists coordinate closely with Functional Home Offices, such as Contracting/PK and 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 following: Personnel Management & Unit Administration Plan, support, and execute comprehensive personnel actions across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, unit immersions, hiring processes, performance management cycles, awards and recognition programs, and routine administrative milestones. Maintain and regularly update core organizational rosters and documents, 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) Develop creative recruiting approaches. Support recruiting activities, hiring events, and job fairs. Provide regulatory guidance on Title 5 and Title 10 civilian personnel rules, hiring authorities, and merit system principles. Support the civilian recruitment pipeline by drafting vacancy justifications, preparing Requests for Personnel Action (RPAs), creating Core Personnel Documents (CPDs) and position descriptions, processing Manpower Change Requests (MCRs), and coordinating security clearance waivers. Prepare and process specialized civilian manpower packages, including those for reimbursable positions, Superior Qualifications Appointments (SQA), by-name requests, and position designation determinations. Coordinate recruit-fill actions in strict compliance with Center policies and AFPC operating procedures. Requirements Required Qualifications U.S. citizenship is required. Must hold an Active Secret clearance. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or an education-related field, or equivalent work experience. Must have a minimum of 2+ years of experience in military/DoW human resources 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, including UMD, UPMR, AFPC hiring workflows, and RPA processing through myPers/myFSS or equivalent civilian personnel tracking software. Civilian HR Familiarity: Practical experience supporting federal hiring packages, including RPAs, position descriptions/CPDs, justification memoranda, and qualification determinations. Acquisition & Training Frameworks: Demonstrated familiarity with DAU/APDP requirements, DAWIA certification tracks, and workforce development documentation, including IDPs and CFETPs. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience drafting executive packages, staff summaries, and data-supported briefings for leadership. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience supporting a major acquisition center or command, such as SSC, Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), or Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC). Direct experience supporting Functional Home Offices, such as PK, EN/EM, or PM. Salary Range: $150,000–$175,000 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