Assistant Director (Human Resources)

# Assistant Director (Human Resources)---**Employer:** Smithsonian Institution---**Job ID:** PHI-JOB- | **Posted on:** 2026/07/18**Location:** Washington, DC | **Country:** United States of America**Work Arrangement:** On-site | **Job Type:** Full-time**Salary:** $121,785-$158,322/year | **Job Status:** Active---## Job OverviewThe Smithsonian’s Office of Advancement is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee all human resources activity for its fundraising organization. This is a full-time, permanent Trust Fund position based in Washington, DC (5 days/week in-person), reporting to the Director, Advancement Operations and Talent Management, and supervising a Human Resources Specialist.The role advises Office of Advancement staff and leadership on Smithsonian HR policy, oversees the annual performance plan and appraisal process for the office, works with the central Smithsonian HR office to interpret and craft policy, partners with advancement leads across the Institution on recruitment and hiring strategy for advancement positions, organizes and manages interview panels, and provides HR and hiring guidance to senior leadership.Requirements:* 6+ years of HR experience in a large, complex organization* Demonstrated ability to launch new programs and initiatives within a complex organization* Strong track record building relationships across all levels, from entry-level staff to senior management* Proven creative problem-solving and ability to apply organizational policy in a complex environment* Experience crafting and presenting accurate, insightful reports to management* Application requires both a resume and cover letter*Editorially sourced — This listing was identified and summarized by Pitchly Hire from the Smithsonian Institution’s public careers page. It is not a paid listing. Apply via the employer’s official page.*
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