Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Compensation and Info Sys) (Chief, Leave and Payroll Admin)

Washington, DC · Management

$125,776 – $163,514

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

A management role overseeing federal leave administration and payroll operations across correctional facilities nationwide, reporting to senior leadership. This position suits experienced HR or payroll professionals who have managed complex federal compensation systems and can lead teams through regulatory compliance and policy development.

Our summary, not Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level
Expertise in federal leave and payroll policy interpretation
Experience leading agency-wide leave administration operations
Experience supervising payroll team processing and premium pay
Experience directing payroll audit operations and internal controls
Ability to represent the organization in inter-agency HR policy forums

Nice to have

Experience with Voluntary Leave Transfer Program (VLTP)
Experience with military leave and leave restoration determinations