Office of Human Resources

Manages the SEC’s human capital functions and ensures SEC staff have the benefits, professional development, and training opportunities they need to succeed.

About

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) provides leadership for the strategic management of the SEC's human capital by administering programs, establishing policies, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. It also serves as the agency's liaison to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and other federal government agencies, professional human resources organizations, educational institutions, and the private sector in matters relating to human capital management activities.

OHR develops, implements, and evaluates the SEC's programs and policies for the following areas:

  • Recruitment, staffing, retention, and separations
  • Position management and classification
  • Compensation and benefits counseling and processing
  • Leadership and employee development
  • Performance management and awards
  • Labor relations
  • Disability program
  • Work/life programs
  • Telework
  • Employee records processing and maintenance
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Mark Reinhold

Chief Human Capital Officer

Contact the Office

202-551-7500

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The SEC serves as the investor's advocate and seeks the best and brightest talent to join its team. Learn more about SEC employment qualifications and the benefits of working at the SEC. 

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The SEC's top-tier work environment makes it an employer of choice within the federal government as demonstrated by ranking 3rd among midsized agencies in the Partnership for Public Service’s most recent Best Places to Work in the Federal Government rankings.

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Employment Verifications

Employment records are classified as confidential and may only be released with a formal written request in accordance with 5 U.S.C. § 552a(b) of the Privacy Act of 1974.

If you are seeking a verification of employment for a federal employee, the SEC utilizes The Work Number (Code: 10732), which is an automated employment verification service that allows credentialed verifiers to access employment and salary information on current and former SEC employees. If a credentialed verifier is unable to use The Work Number (Code: 10732), and needs a more recent verification, please send the request and written consent or release form to askHR@sec.gov. Please allow 1-3 business days to ensure a timely resolution.

If you are seeking a verification of employment for an Unpaid Intern (Student Volunteer), send the request and written consent or release form to Students@sec.gov. Please allow 2 weeks to ensure a timely resolution.