Human Resources

Welcome to the NEH’s Employment Center

The NEH is committed to recruiting, developing and retaining a high quality, diverse workforce that will effectively achieve the Agency’s mission, goals, and objectives.

Where We Are

400 7th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20506
(202) 606-8415

What We Do

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) is responsible for providing policy guidance and operational support to managers and staff in all areas of human resources management. OHR also ensures the agency's human capital needs are met in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Human Resources programs include:

  • Recruitment and Placement
  • Classification and Pay Administration
  • Performance Management and Incentive Awards
  • Payroll
  • Time & Attendance
  • Employee Benefits and Retirement
  • Employee Relations and Services
  • Personnel Security
  • Training
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Human Capital Management
  • Telework

NOTE: All the forms which new employees are required to complete can be accessed from links on the New Employees page.