HR Classification Specialist

West 4th Strategy; Washington; On-site; USD 115,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

West 4th Strategy is seeking an experienced HR Classification Specialist to support FTC HCMO in Washington, DC. You will conduct classification evaluations for General Schedule, SES, SL, and other federal positions, develop PDs, and advise leadership on complex classification matters.

This full-time on-site role requires a bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of federal classification experience. The position offers a competitive benefits package, a W-2 employment classification, and a path to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least ten (10) years of experience applying federal classification standards and position management principles.
• Experience with SES and SL classification requirements.
• Familiarity with OPM standards, Classifier’s Handbook, and Occupational Group Handbooks.
• Working knowledge of 5 U.S.C. Chapter 51 and 5 CFR Parts 214, 511, and 551.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classification evaluations for General Schedule, SES, SL, and other federal positions.
• Develop new or revised position descriptions, evaluation statements, and related records.
• Conduct desk audits, interviews, and position management reviews.
• Produce classification packages with PD narratives, OF8 cover sheets, and coding recommendations.
• Support classification projects such as agency-wide PD updates and reviews.
• Provide expert consultation on complex HR issues including executive resources.

Skills

Federal classification expertise

Position management

Policy drafting

Executive resources advisory

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

10+ years classification experience

Job description

HR Classification Specialist

ROLE

We need an experienced HR Classification Specialist to support the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Human Capital Management Office (HCMO) in Washington, DC. In this role, you will provide expert federal position classification and position management services across all position levels, including General Schedule, SES, and SL positions. You will conduct classification evaluations, develop position descriptions and evaluation statements, perform desk audits and position management reviews, and advise HCMO leadership on complex classification issues including executive resources. This is a full-time opportunity contingent upon contract award. We can offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts classification evaluations for General Schedule, SES, SL, and other federal positions
• Develops new or revised position descriptions, evaluation statements, and related records
• Conducts desk audits, interviews, and position management reviews, including requests for accretion of duties
• Produces classification packages including PD narratives, OF8 cover sheets, FLSA determinations, and coding recommendations
• Supports classification projects such as agency wide PD updates and classification standard application reviews
• Provides expert consultation on complex HR issues, including SES/SL and political position classification, for staff that lack sufficient training or OJT experience
• Offers recommendations for workforce planning, position management, and organizational alignment
• Assists HCMO in building internal capacity through collaboration with trained but less experienced classification staff
• Maintains data integrity and secure handling of sensitive personnel information

BACKGROUND/REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience
• At least ten (10) years of experience applying federal classification standards and position management principles
• Demonstrated experience with SES and SL classification requirements is the primary screen for this role
• Experience classifying positions at all grade levels and job families
• Experience drafting policies, SOPs, and applying OPM classification standards, the Classifier’s Handbook, and Occupational Group Handbooks
• Working knowledge of 5 U.S.C. Chapter 51 and 5 CFR Parts 214, 511, and 551

LOCATION

• Washington, DC, FTC Headquarters, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
• Fully on site; telework used at FTC’s discretion

CLEARANCE

• No security clearance required
• Must pass a federal background investigation and be eligible for a PIV card under HSPD 12
• Must have resided in the US for three of the past five years and be registered with Selective Service, where applicable
• Must be a US Citizen

CLIENT

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Human Capital Management Office (HCMO)

HOURS

• 40 hours per week
• 8 hours per day

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION

• Employment Classification Eligibility – W2

RELOCATION

• Not eligible for relocation benefits

COMPENSATION

• Salary range: $115,000 – $122,000
• Benefits: Benefits package includes options for health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401k contribution options. Full benefits brochure available for review.

West 4th Strategy is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

Other Considerations: This position is W-2 only; no Corp-to-Corp or 1099 candidates. Relocation will not be offered. This position requires access to FTC facilities and IT systems. As a condition of employment, selected candidates must complete and receive favorable adjudication from a federal background investigation, including fingerprinting and E-Verify, and be eligible for a PIV card. Individual’s primary workstation is located in an office area. The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. Regularly required to sit for extended periods up to 80% of the time; frequently required to move about to access file cabinets and use office equipment such as PC, copier, fax, telephone, cell phone, etc. Occasionally required to reach overhead, bend, and lift objects of up to 10 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the use of computer monitor screens up to 80% of the time.