Federal HR Classification Specialist

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR); Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Arena Technical Resources, LLC (ATR) is seeking a Federal HR Classification Specialist to provide classification services for federal positions. Located in Alexandria, VA, this full-time contract role requires a minimum of three years’ experience in classification and writing Position Descriptions, along with an Active Secret security clearance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting audits and supporting standardization of Position Descriptions in compliance with OPM standards. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in position classification.
• Minimum of three years of experience writing Position Descriptions.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end classification services across Title 5 and Title 10.
• Conduct supervisor and employee desk audits.
• Review and evaluate new and existing Position Descriptions.

Skills

Position classification

Writing Position Descriptions

Knowledge of OPM classification standards

Federal HR policy

Job description

Position Title: Federal HR Classification Specialist

Location: Alexandria, VA 22311 (On-site / In person)

Employment Type: Full-time, Contract

Clearance: Active Secret clearance required

Compensation: $100,000 – $110,000 per year

About C Evans Consulting

C Evans Consulting specializes in recruiting and hiring in the federal sector, bringing the right solutions and the right consultants to get the job done. We support the end-to-end talent acquisition process, delivering highly qualified Sourcing Specialists, Recruiters, HR Specialists (DE Certified), Classification Specialists, HR Assistants, and Personnel Security Reviewers.

Position Summary

The Federal HR Classification Specialist provides end-to-end position classification services in support of the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Human Resources Directorate. Working across both Title 5 and Title 10 authorities, the Specialist researches, analyzes, writes, and evaluates Position Descriptions (PDs), conducts desk audits, and helps the program office standardize and streamline classification processes in accordance with OPM standards and agency guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end classification services across Title 5 and Title 10, including research, investigation, analysis, review, writing, editing, and rewriting of Position Descriptions (PDs).
• Conduct supervisor and employee desk audits and position reviews.
• Review and evaluate new draft PDs as well as existing PDs; classify PDs and prepare written evaluation statements to support title, series, and grade using OPM’s classification standards and agency SOPs.
• Design and implement the transition to standardized PDs for use by agency customers.
• Track activities and requests through logs, spreadsheets, or other methods to ensure requests are resolved and to identify outstanding issues.
• Assist the program office in implementing standard processes related to HR classification so the work of the office is completed in a timely, consistent, and efficient manner.
• Make recommendations to support HR and/or program offices in creating SOPs, standardized PDs, and related classification resources.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in position classification.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience writing Position Descriptions.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Ability to commute to and work on-site in Alexandria, VA 22311.
• Working knowledge of OPM classification standards and federal HR policy across Title 5 and Title 10 authorities.

Compensation & Benefits

C Evans Consulting provides competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits program. The salary range for this position is $100,000 – $110,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Prescription coverage
• Professional certifications
• Referral program
• Drug‑free workplace

Employment Terms

Job Type: Full-time, Contract. Work Location: In person, Alexandria, VA 22311.

C Evans Consulting conducts reference checks and background investigations and maintains a drug‑free workplace. C Evans Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.