HR Specialist-Classification

Federal Agency located at 732 N Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Federal HR Classification Specialist to provide support on a one-year contract plus option years.

Must be US Citizen and have previous federal experience.

Duties include :

Administers effective position classification principles to ensure that positions conform to regulations, standards, policies, approved organizational plans and budgetary limitations.

Essential duties and responsibilities are listed below. Other duties may be assigned.

• Consults with managers and / or SMEs to conduct job analysis.
• Evaluates draft position descriptions against the appropriate OPM classification standards to determine the correct series, grade, and title.

Ensures position management guidelines are applied appropriately.

• Applies classification and position management principles that follow established procedures in the development and analysis of data facts.
• Establishes position descriptions, and prepares comprehensive position evaluation statements, that document classification decisions.
• Maintains accurate competitive levels for GPO positions to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Maintains accurate position sensitivity levels to ensure proper suitability for GPO positions.
• Consults with Operations Branch as to previous classification decisions to ensure consistency and adherence with established GPO policies.

Provides valid support of final classification recommendations for final approval by the HC Manager, Team Lead, or other authorized member of the Government staff.

• Completes all appropriate forms relevant to the classification process (i.e., coversheet, which includes determining the competitive level, full performance level, position sensitivity level, etc.).
• Reviews and updates position decisions to ensure they fully support the decisions and are in the proper format in accordance with OPM and GPO guidelines.
• Performs desk audits, as directed.
• Works with GPO HC Operations to develop a PD database to ensure consistency in the application of classification actions.
• Works to provide expert advice and support when implementing new technologies in reference to classification tools.
• Participates in classification and position management workgroups.
• Leads special projects, such as reviewing positions to determine the current roles and responsibilities of the positions.

Works with BU to review their current PDs, and / or organizational structure.

• Reviews new OPM classification standards and develops a tentative plan of action for GPO implementation. Ensures standard implementation in a timely manner.
• Develops and conducts classification training for GPO managers.
• Trains HR staff members in classification matters and are aware of all changes and current developments in classification policy.
• Develops responses to classification appeal requests from OPM.
• Identifies workforce job requirements necessary to achieve the mission.
• Participates in studies concerning organization-wide and government-wide hiring and staffing management issues as needed.
• Assists with workforce restructuring activities.
• Interprets and applies position classification standards to positions to determine the correct occupational series, title, and grade level.
• Classifies positions and advises management on the efficient and effective use of human resources in the design of both positions and organizations.
• Provides position management and organizational design advice and recommendations to Agency

Closing date : 9 / 27 / 2024

Salary range : $90K-$110K

The Midtown Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.