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Human Resources Specialist

Smithsonian Institution

Cambridge, MA · Mid

$101,375 – $131,790

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

Smithsonian Institution updated this posting after we read it, so our summary may be out of date. Check their posting for the latest.

A HR generalist role at a research institution supporting recruitment, employee relations, position management, and immigration matters across multiple departments. The position suits someone with solid HR experience who can handle complex federal hiring, classification work, and counseling on sensitive employment issues.

Our summary, not Smithsonian Institution’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • Minimum 1 year specialized HR experience at grade 12 level equivalent
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to obtain DEU certification within 6 months
  • Pre- and post-appointment background check clearance
  • Direct deposit enrollment for salary payment

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