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About the Office of Human Capital Operations (OHCO)

What We Do

The Office of Human Capital Operations (OHCO) provides leadership, coordination, and oversight for human capital operations at EPA. It works closely with Agency senior leadership to establish operational priorities and allocate resources effectively. OHCO manages various aspects of HR operations, including staffing, recruitment, benefits, labor relations, and personnel security. It also identifies stakeholder needs, sets goals and performance measures, and monitors HR operational progress.


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Mail Code: 3600A | EPA mailing addresses

Location: 

  • EPA Headquarters at Washington, D.C. Federal Triangle campus,
  • Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, 
  • Cincinnati, Ohio

OHCO Organization

  • Krysti Wells, Office Director
  • Kathryn Smith, Acting Deputy Director

Business Operations Staff

  • Andy Prugar, Acting Staff Supervisor

Planning and Accountability Staff

  • Arthur Zuco, Acting Staff Supervisor 

Recruitment & Classification Division

  • Tiffany Sykes, Division Director
  • Krisheena Parker, Acting Deputy Director

Executive & Employee Services Division

  • Ryan Atkinson, Division Director
  • Vacant, Deputy Director

Labor, Suitability, & Conduct Division

  • Nikki Davis, Acting Division Director
  • Vacant, Deputy Director

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