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Mwe

Employee Experience Manager

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$140K - $170K/yr

We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace ... The Employee Experience Manager leads the Firm's employee experience and engagement strategy ...

Victaulic

Employee Engagement Clerk Bilingual

Easton, PA · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Support employee recognition programs and track nominations * Post and distribute communications (flyers, newsletters, TV boards) * Assist with event planning and setup * Support onboarding materials ...

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How much do employee recognition jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for employee recognition in the United States is $65,839.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $74,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the primary responsibilities of someone working in Employee Recognition?

Professionals in Employee Recognition are typically responsible for designing, implementing, and managing programs that celebrate employee achievements and milestones. They work closely with HR, managers, and department heads to ensure recognition aligns with company values and enhances employee morale. Daily tasks may include organizing awards events, managing digital recognition platforms, analyzing program effectiveness through feedback and data, and communicating with employees at all levels. You'll also have the opportunity to innovate new ways to acknowledge contributions and collaborate with diverse teams across the organization. This collaborative environment offers many chances for creativity and career development within HR or organizational development fields.

What does an Employee Recognition job involve?

An Employee Recognition job focuses on designing and implementing programs that acknowledge and reward employees for their contributions and achievements. This role involves developing recognition strategies, organizing awards or incentives, and fostering a culture of appreciation within the workplace. It may also include analyzing employee engagement data to improve recognition efforts. The goal is to enhance motivation, retention, and overall job satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Employee Recognition position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Employee Recognition role, you need a background in human resources, organizational behavior, or a related field, with experience in developing and managing recognition programs. Familiarity with HRIS platforms, recognition software (such as Workday, Achievers, or Bonusly), and data analytics tools is often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, creativity, and effective communication make candidates stand out in this position. These skills are vital to foster a positive workplace culture, ensure employee engagement, and align recognition initiatives with organizational goals.

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Infographic showing various Employee Recognition job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,839 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Human Resource Specialist Employee Benefits

Forensic Auditors | Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Washington, DC

$85K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

This position is located in the Benefits and Retirement Branch (BRB), Human Resources Operations Division (HROD), Office of Human Resources and Professional Development (HRPD),which is responsible for administering the employee benefits programs such as health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, long term care insurance, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), flexible spending account program, federal leave program, length of service award, and new employee orientation on federal benefits.Qualifications:
To qualify for the Human Resources Specialist (Employee Benefits), position at GS-11/12 , you must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) by the closing date of this announcement.

Specialized experience is demonstrated experience, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. Experience must be in the normal line of progression or must be related to the work of the position advertised and must be reflected in resume.
Specialized experience must include all of:

  • Assists in research and assemble precedent setting decisions, report findings and make recommendations for operational improvements affecting employee benefits, preparing standard operating procedures and preparing documents and other types of correspondence;AND
  • Participate in meetings with employees, managers, external agency officials and other individuals regarding various issues pertaining to employee benefits and to communicate program requirements, processes and procedures; AND
  • Knowledge of the automated personnel and payroll systems (HR Connect, NFC, FHR Navigator, eOPF) to retrieve employment and benefits enrollment data, as well as make inquiries, input documents and calculate service computation dates, retirement annuity benefits and military service deposit ; AND
  • Understands the laws, regulations, policies and procedures relating to the various retirement systems (CSRS, FERS, LEO), TSP, Social Security system, Medicare, health and life insurance programs, length of service award and retirement recognition to answer routine questions from employees, assist them with their concerns and problems and to refer them toother resources, i.e., BRB senior specialists, and TSP, FSA, BENEFEDS, Social Security; AND
  • Understands the mission and functions of the Bureau and its organizational structure and of common occupations within the Bureau to verify retirement system coverage (law enforcement officer versus non-law enforcement officer), special pay entitlement and for the coordination of providing employee recognition.
To qualify for this position at the GS-12 grade level, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) by the closing date of this announcement.
Specialized experience must include all of:
  • Independently research and assemble precedent setting decisions, report findings and make recommendations for operational improvements affecting employee benefits, preparing standard operating procedures and preparing documents and other types of correspondence ; AND
  • Knowledge of the automated personnel and payroll systems (HR Connect, NFC, FHR Navigator, eOPF) to retrieve employment and benefits enrollment data, as well as make inquiries, input documents and calculate service computation dates, retirement annuity benefits and military service deposit ; AND
  • Understands the laws, regulations, policies and procedures relating to the various retirement systems (CSRS, FERS, LEO), TSP, Social Security system, Medicare, health and life insurance programs, length of service award and retirement recognition to answer routine questions from employees, assist them with their concerns and problems and to refer them toother resources, i.e., BRB senior specialists, and TSP, FSA, BENEFEDS, Social Security ; AND
  • Understands the mission and functions of the Bureau and its organizational structure and of common occupations within the Bureau to verify retirement system coverage (law enforcement officer versus non-law enforcement officer), special pay entitlement and for the coordination of providing employee recognition ; AND
  • Managing federal health benefits, federal life insurance, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), flexible spending account program, military service deposit, length of service awards, and new employee orientation and as such, must have thorough familiarity with these programs and their policies and associated procedures.
Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.
After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required of you. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement (06/18/2026) to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application.Education:Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.Employment Type: OTHER

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