Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits)

About the opportunity

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking a Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits) to serve in a developmental or full capacity depending on the selected grade level (GS-09 or GS-11). The position involves administering and advising employees and family members on the full range of Federal Benefits Programs, including retirement plans, survivors’ benefits, health benefits, life insurance, long-term care insurance, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Responsibilities include interpreting governing laws and regulations, processing benefit applications, conducting employee counseling, and resolving complex benefits issues. Positions may be filled in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, or Whitehall, Ohio.

Salary and benefits

• Salary ranging from $64,406 to $101,309 per year for the Whitehall, Ohio location (GS-09 to GS-11).
• Salary ranging from $70,623 to $111,087 per year for the New Cumberland, Pennsylvania location (GS-09 to GS-11).
• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance, as well as retirement and savings plans.

Who can apply?

• Must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07 for GS-09; GS-09 for GS-11) in the Federal service, military, or private sector.
• Alternatively, qualify based on education: a master's degree or 2 full years of graduate education for GS-09, or a Ph.D. or 3 full years of graduate education for GS-11.
• Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements.
• Must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade, time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the closing date.

Required documents

• A resume not exceeding two pages, formatted as a PDF with 0.5-inch margins, including work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, and duties performed.
• Transcripts if using education to meet basic qualifications.
• Applicable documents to support eligibility (such as ICTAP documentation, military spouse preference documents, or retained grade documentation, if applicable).

When to apply

• Applications open on August 25, 2026.
• Applications close on September 5, 2026, at 11:59 PM (ET).

How to apply

• Click the Apply Online button on the USAJOBS vacancy announcement page.
• Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required supporting documentation, ensuring the resume is no longer than two pages.
• Submit the complete application package prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on September 5, 2026.
• Complete any required USA Hire Competency Based Assessments within 48 hours of receiving the invitation link if instructed to do so.

Additional information

• The position may be filled in either New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, or Whitehall, Ohio.
• Selectees are subject to a drug-testing policy as a condition of employment.
• Behavior Based Interviewing (BBI) may be used during the selection process.