What You Will Do
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead the Laboratory's human resources organization. As a core member of the Leadership Team, you will align and implement an enterprise-wide people strategy that enables scientific excellence and national security missions.
In this role, you will oversee all human resources functions, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, workforce analytics, and organizational development. You will serve as a trusted advisor to Laboratory leadership, driving workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and cultural alignment across a highly complex, mission-driven environment.
You will build on recent successes that include record hiring levels, expanded employee benefits, modernized human resources systems, and innovative compensation and retention programs. Your leadership will ensure continued evolution of a high-performing workforce that supports the Laboratory's science and technology mission while fostering a culture of inclusion, integrity, and excellence.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Demonstrated experience leading human resources strategy and operations in a large, complex organization
Proven ability to function as a change agent, leveraging organizational dynamics to drive performance and transformation
Comprehensive knowledge of human resources principles across multiple functional areas, including talent management, compensation, employee relations, and workforce planning
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement innovative human capital solutions
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of an organization
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 20 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience in a research and development environment, federally affiliated laboratory, or Management and Operations environment
Familiarity with federal human resources policies and practices, including Department of Energy or National Nuclear Security Administration frameworks
Advanced degree in a related field
Relevant professional certifications such as Senior Professional in Human Resources, Certified Compensation Professional, or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist
Experience leading large-scale workforce growth, human resources improvement initiatives, and/or enterprise system implementations
Work Environment: Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year or 2 years.
Note to Applicants:
Applicants are encouraged to include a comprehensive cover letter addressing how they meet the required and desired skills.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Term position: Regular-status Laboratory employees applying for term-status positions may retain regular status with approval of the cognizant Principle Associate Director.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
