Human Resources Specialist

U.S. Embassy is hiring a

Duties

• Overseas the HR section and serves as the principal advisor to the Human Resources Office (HRO) on complex management issues, providing operational leadership and comprehensive oversight of both LE and American services portfolios at Post. Provides expert guidance on LE
• Staff compensation and benefits program, counseling and disciplinary matters, and HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local labor laws and Department regulations.
• Manages key programs including local social security and host-country income tax programs; personnel actions; local medical insurance, and pension plans; awards and training programs; the Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) program; as well as recruitment and selection, performance management and position classification requests with the Regional Classification Center (RCC).
• Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and/or Government Technical Monitor (GTM) for the assigned contract(s). Overseas HR services for USDH employees and Eligible Family Members (EFMs), ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Maintains personnel records and files in accordance with regulations and prepares both regular and ad hoc reports to support leadership with decision-making and workforce planning.
• Provides leadership, direction and supervision to staff to ensure consistent delivery of high- quality HR services.

Qualifications:
FOR THE EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS APPLICANTS MUST MEET EITHER OPTION 1 OR 2 TO QUALIFY.

Option 1
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five years experience in human resources management is required. In addition, at least six months of supervisory experience is required
EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, management, law or psychology is required.

Option 2
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven years experience in human resources management is required. In addition, at least six months of supervisory experience is required
EDUCATION: At least 2 years of college or university studies in any field.

Language: 
Fluent English and Romanian, speaking/reading/writing is required. This may be tested.

Limited knowledge of Russian, speaking/reading/writing is required. This may be tested.

Job Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of local labor and social security laws as well as current practices and customs as they apply to compensation, retirement, recruitment, and other phases of personnel management are required. Good working knowledge of theories, concepts and practice of all aspects of HR Management: staff motivation, performance management, and position management in an organization.

Skills And Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and
• Internet, is essential. Ability to understand and apply complex mathematical formulas to prepare statistical and analytical reports for data analysis is required. Strong writing skills are necessary for drafting and updating detailed reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence. This may be tested.
• Must be able to understand and interpret complex regulations. Training, presenting, briefing, and influencing skills are required. Must have excellent customer service and communication skills to manage in-person and telephone interactions. Must be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working effectively under pressure. Strong interpersonal skills are also required. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is October 22, 2026 at 23:59 Chisinau time.  Please note that the only way to apply for this position is to use our Electronic Recruitment Application https://md.usembassy.gov/jobs/

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