Federal Position Classification Specialist

DRT Strategies, Inc; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DRT Strategies, Inc. is seeking a seasoned professional to provide federal position classification support services. You will manage the full lifecycle of classification actions across PD development, determinations, and records maintenance, aligning with OPM and FDA standards.

Responsibilities include pre-consultation with Centers and Programs, drafting PDs, applying Classification Standards, and ensuring continuous quality control to support agency strategic goals. U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience with classification policies, standards, and compliance.
• Experience delivering comprehensive classification services to government agencies.
• Excellent organization and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Consultation Phase: Schedule and conduct pre-consultation meetings with Centers, Offices, and Programs to gather organizational and mission-related information necessary to classify positions accurately.
• Position Description (PD) Review and Development Phase: Review existing position descriptions and draft new or revised PDs in accordance with OPM classification standards, FDA classification guidance, and applicable pay plans.
• Classification Determination Phase: Apply OPM classification standards to determine the appropriate occupational series, title, grade, and pay plan for each position.
• Classification Review and Appeals Support Phase: Support the review of classification determinations upon request.
• Desk Audit Support Phase: Coordinate and conduct desk audits as needed to verify the accuracy of position descriptions and support classification determinations.
• Records and Audit File Maintenance Phase: Audit completed classification packages and maintain classification case files.
• Continuous Communication & Quality Control: Conduct quality reviews on all classification products to ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Classification policies & compliance

Government classification services

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

DRT Strategies, Inc. is seeking a seasoned professional to provide federal position classification support services. You will manage the full lifecycle of classification actions across PD development, determinations, and records maintenance, aligning with OPM and FDA standards.

Responsibilities include pre-consultation with Centers and Programs, drafting PDs, applying Classification Standards, and ensuring continuous quality control to support agency strategic goals. U.S.