Human Resources Specialist (Accountability)

FYI - For Your Information, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work opportunity

Competitive salary

Tuition/Education Assistance

Personal computer device allowance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

A growing federal contractor in Washington, DC is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to conduct HR program audits and compliance reviews. Candidates must have DE Certification and proven HR auditing experience. Strong knowledge of federal HR regulations and excellent communication skills are required. This full-time role offers remote work options, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, alongside career growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• DE Certification required.
• Proven experience in HR program auditing.
• Strong knowledge of federal HR regulations.
• Ability to develop and implement accountability measures for HR programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HR program audits and compliance reviews.
• Review and assess HR transactions and documentation.
• Evaluate HR program implementation for improvement.
• Prepare audit findings, reports, and corrective action recommendations for HR leadership.
• Review DEU case files to ensure adherence to guidelines and procedures.
• Advise on policy adherence, risk mitigation, and process improvements.
• Assist in developing and updating SOPs, guidelines, and accountability frameworks.

Skills

HR program auditing

Knowledge of federal HR regulations

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

DE Certification

Job description

Human Resources Specialist (Accountability)

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Responsibilities

• Conduct HR program audits, compliance reviews, and quality assurance evaluations in accordance with OPM regulations, federal HR laws, Merit System Principles, and agency policies.
• Review and assess HR transactions, hiring actions, DEU staffing packages, classification documentation, and personnel processing workflows for accuracy and legal compliance.
• Evaluate HR program implementation across components to identify strengths, weaknesses, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare audit findings, reports, corrective action recommendations, and briefings for HR leadership and agency stakeholders.
• Review DEU case files to ensure adherence to OPM guidelines, competitive hiring procedures, veterans' preference requirements, category rating, assessments, and documentation standards.
• Provide recommendations for improving DEU processes, reducing errors, and strengthening internal controls across staffing operations.
• Support internal and external DEU audits, ensuring timely data collection, documentation accuracy, and audit readiness.
• Interpret and analyze HR regulations, OPM policy updates, and legal requirements affecting recruitment, hiring, classification, and accountability programs.
• Advise HR specialists and managers on policy adherence, audit results, risk mitigation, and process improvements.
• Assist in developing and updating HR Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), internal guidelines, accountability frameworks, and quality assurance processes.

Requirements

• DE Certification required.
• Proven experience in HR program auditing and ensuring program compliance.
• Strong knowledge of federal HR regulations and auditing standards.
• Ability to develop and implement accountability measures for HR programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal HR systems and accountability processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other departments and teams.

Why FYI?

FYI – For Your Information, Inc. (FYI) continues to be one of the fastest growing and most successful woman‑owned Federal contractors in the country. For three years in a row, we have been on Inc. Magazine's 5000 list and was recently named one of Inc.'s 2024 Mid‑Atlantic Fast‑Growing companies. FYI offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment and provides professional development and career growth opportunities to all employees. As we continue to grow so will you and your career.

What is in it for you?

• Opportunity to work remotely, based on contract or position.
• Team building and innovation in a collaborative environment.
• A competitive base salary with a loaded benefits package.
• Tuition/Education Assistance.
• Personal computer device allowance.
• Pet Insurance.

At FYI, inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and our core value of "People First". All people matter at FYI. We believe that our inclusive environment and the diversity of our people drives our innovation and growth and allows us to better serve our clients and communities.

FYI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employment organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non‑merit factor.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting