Human Resource Technician

Copper River Family of Companies; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

FSA/HSA

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Transportation allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Coho Consulting Group, onsite at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA, seeks a performance-driven Human Resource Technician to support federal HR specialists in classification, recruitment, and onboarding. This role ensures accurate personnel actions, maintains data integrity, and delivers timely customer service across the hiring lifecycle.

It requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, 3 years of federal HR experience, and secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Secret Clearance Level required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years supporting federal HR operations (staffing, onboarding, admin support).
• Familiarity with HR processes and HRIS platforms like DCPDS; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• HR Processing & Onboarding: review RPA packages for completeness and compliance.
• Data Management & Reporting: enter/update HR data in DCPDS and generate reports.
• Customer Service: respond to inquiries about vacancy announcements and classifications.
• Administrative & Document Management: maintain HR records and calendar coordination.

Skills

HR processes knowledge

DCPDS familiarity

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

DCPDS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Coho Consulting Group is seeking a performance driven Human Resource Technician provides advanced administrative and operational support to federal Human Resources Specialists in the areas of classification, recruitment, and onboarding. This role ensures the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of personnel actions, supports HR data integrity and reporting, and delivers responsive customer service to stakeholders throughout the hiring lifecycle. The position plays a critical role in enabling efficient, compliant, and high-quality federal hiring operations. This position is onsite at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

HR Processing & Onboarding

• Review Request for Personnel Action (RPA) packages for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable policies
• Coordinate with hiring managers, administrative officers, and HR stakeholders to obtain missing documentation
• Execute administrative actions to support selectees from Tentative Job Offer (TJO) through Entry on Duty (EOD)
• Track onboarding progress and ensure all pre-employment requirements are completed on schedule

Data Management & Reporting

• Enter, update, and validate HR data within systems such as DCPDS and related platforms
• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, trackers, and reports to monitor HR actions and workflow status
• Support data calls and reporting requirements with accurate and timely information

Customer Service & Inquiry Resolution

• Serve as a primary point of contact for routine inquiries related to vacancy announcements and classification actions
• Provide clear, accurate, and timely responses to customers and stakeholders
• Escalate complex or non-routine issues to senior HR Specialists and support resolution

Administrative & Document Management

• Create, maintain, and organize electronic and hard copy HR records in accordance with records management requirements
• Format and edit reports, briefings, and correspondence
• Assemble materials for meetings, briefings, and training sessions
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate administrative activities

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

Clearance:

• Secret Clearance Level

Education and Certifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience)

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience supporting federal HR operations, including staffing, onboarding, or HR administrative support
• Experience working within a federal agency or supporting DoD/OSD HR environments preferred

Required Skill and Competencies:

• Knowledge of federal HR processes, including recruitment, staffing, onboarding, and position classification support
• Familiarity with HR systems such as DCPDS (or equivalent federal HRIS platforms)
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review and validate documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for tracking and reporting
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer service-oriented approach
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Organizational skills with the ability to maintain structured records and documentation

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River's Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.