WHO WE ARE: 

The American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a federation of 10 Member Societies which together have nearly 120,000 members across the globe. Founded in 1931, AIP is a federation that advances the success of our Member Societies and an institute that engages in research and analysis to empower positive change in the physical sciences. Our overarching strategy is to advance the physical sciences with a unifying voice of strength from diversity.  We want you to become a part of our mission and join our dynamic team! 

SUMMARY: 

AIP is looking for a HR Senior Specialist, Talent Management to join the Institute’s Talent & Culture Team.

In this role, you will work closely with our Talent & Culture Officer to support workforce planning by assisting in analyzing, forecasting, and planning workforce supply and demand. You'll help identify gaps and contribute to targeted talent management solutions. Under the guidance of our TCO, you will assist in designing and facilitating engaging training and development programs for employees and leadership. Your collaboration with managers will help enhance their coaching skills, fostering effective two-way conversations that focus on strengths, accountabilities, and growth. 

Your responsibilities will also include managing employee relations, handling inquiries, assisting with investigations, addressing grievances, and resolving staff and operational issues. You'll maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with employment laws, affirmative action, benefits, insurance, safety regulations, and other requirements, partnering with the TCO to support performance management objectives.

Inclusivity is one of our core values. You will contribute to our inclusivity efforts by evaluating and supporting initiatives that promote an inclusive workplace across AIP and throughout the employee life cycle. As a member of the Culture Committee, you'll help oversee interest and engagement groups, making our workplace vibrant and welcoming for everyone.

If you are excited about gaining valuable HR experience and thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we would love to hear from you!
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

Talent Management:

• In partnership with the Talent & Culture Officer, manage the processes of workforce planning in the areas of analyzing, forecasting, and planning workforce supply and demand, assessing gaps, and determining target talent management interventions.
• Oversee recruitment and onboarding process and practices, providing expertise, ensuring adherence to best practices, and coaching the managers on best practices.

Learning and Development:

• Under the guidance of the TCO, help lead the effort in designing learning paths and facilitating training and development programs for employees and leadership.
• Collaborate with managers to enhance coaching skills to support improved two-way conversations that provide feedback, focus on strengths and accountabilities, and are forward-looking.

• Manage employee relations issues including inquiries, investigations, grievances, and resolution of staff and operational issues.
• Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, and other laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Partner with TCO to ensure performance management program meets its objectives.

Workplace Inclusivity:

• Lead evaluation of inclusivity efforts, managing initiatives that promote inclusivity across AIP and throughout the employee life cycle.
• Serve as the Culture Committee Lead and oversee interest & engagement groups.
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WHAT YOU’LL BRING: 

• Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree in HR or a related field is preferred.

• 8+ years of HR experience with a focus on learning & development, workforce planning, employee relations, and full cycle recruiting

• Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating organization-wide programs, trainings, and policies to support workforce development.

• Experience with LinkedIn Learning is a plus.

• Certifications in HR are a plus.

TO APPLY: 

Include a resume and a cover letter. We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not fully match the position description; at AIP we embrace considering people from a diversity of backgrounds and career experiences. 
 

COMPENSATION: $89,280.00 – $98,208.00
 

WHY JOIN US: 

AIP embraces a flexible hybrid work environment to balance in-person collaborative work with remote work. The team works in a flexible, hybrid schedule and reports to our offices in College Park, Maryland and Washington, DC, as needed. Employees are required to reside in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC. 

We offer comprehensive benefits, including generous paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, an annual retirement contribution of 10% of base pay, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and more. 

Your colleagues at AIP are welcoming, gracious, and eager to help each other succeed. With our commitment to community service, institute-wide social opportunities, and ongoing learning and development, AIP is a rewarding place to work. 

ABOUT AIP: 

Join Us and Make a Difference!

At the American Institute of Physics (AIP), we're dedicated to advancing, promoting, and serving the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, AIP is a federation that advances the success of our Member Societies and an institute that engages in research and analysis to empower positive change in the physical sciences.

Our mission is to advance, promote, and serve the physical sciences for the benefit of humanity. We are passionate about our work and committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic environment where creativity, collaboration, and enthusiasm thrive.

Join our team and become part of an energized, forward-thinking community. Together, we'll explore the frontiers of science, support groundbreaking research, and contribute to the betterment of humanity.

Be a part of AIP—where science meets passion and purpose.
 

AIP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.