Federal HR Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations)

Confidential; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Zekai is seeking a Federal HR Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations) for a 100% remote contract role. You will develop realistic HR scenarios grounded in federal policy and craft detailed reference answers and rationales to help train AI evaluation systems for a government-focused project.

You will review submissions from subject-matter experts, provide constructive feedback, and ensure all deliverables reflect accurate federal HR decision-making, particularly in employee and labor relations

Qualifications

• Federal HR experience at GS-0201 or GS-0260 (or equivalent).
• Extensive knowledge of Title 5 HR matters including employee and labor relations.
• Experience advising on adverse actions, grievances, or appeals in a federal context.
• Background in position classification, rating and ranking, or reduction in force processes.
• Based in the United States with knowledge of federal HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate realistic federal HR scenarios grounded in Employee & Labor Relations.
• Craft detailed reference answers and rationales based on federal HR policy and best practices.
• Review, assess and provide constructive written feedback on material submitted by fellow subject-matter experts.
• Ensure project deliverables reflect nuances of federal HR decision-making in Employee & Labor Relations contexts.
• Collaborate with project coordinators to resolve ambiguities or identify areas needing depth or clarity.
• Maintain clear documentation of reasoning behind recommendations and scenario responses.
• Adhere to project guidelines, milestones, and quality standards for all deliverables.

Skills

Federal HR experience (GS-0201/0260)

Strong written/verbal communication

Adverse actions/grievances experience

Knowledge of Title 5 HR

US-based eligibility

Job description

Role Title: Federal HR Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations)

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

our partner is engaging Federal HR Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations) experts to support an innovative AI evaluation project for a government-focused customer. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

• Develop and articulate realistic federal HR scenarios and case studies grounded in Employee & Labor Relations, drawing from practical experience.
• Craft detailed reference answers and rationales based on federal HR policy and best practices.
• Review, assess, and provide constructive written feedback on material submitted by fellow subject-matter experts.
• Ensure project deliverables accurately reflect the nuances of federal HR decision-making, especially in Employee & Labor Relations contexts.
• Collaborate with project coordinators to resolve ambiguities or identify areas needing additional depth or clarity.
• Maintain clarity and precision by documenting the reasoning behind recommendations and scenario responses.
• Adhere to defined project guidelines, milestone requirements, and quality standards for all deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or former federal HR experience at the GS-0201 or GS-0260 series, or equivalent level in government service.
• Extensive, practical knowledge of Title 5 HR matters, including employee relations, labor relations, classification, or workforce restructuring.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Direct hands-on experience managing or advising on adverse actions, grievances, or appeals within a federal context.
• Background in position classification, rating and ranking, or experience with reduction in force processes.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in scenario development and feedback.
• Based in the United States, familiar with current federal HR policies and procedures.

This is a 100% remote contract role, open to applicants worldwide in the countries the employer accepts.