Hybrid Federal Classification Specialist - Public Trust

Kaiva Corp; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiva Tech, LLC in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Classification Specialist to support FDA position classification practices in a hybrid work setting. You will develop and update PDs/SODs, perform position analyses, and maintain case files across FDA centers and offices, ensuring compliance with OPM standards.

The role requires collaboration with HR and program stakeholders, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple classification actions within government

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in federal position classification activities.
• Knowledge of OPM standards and federal classification principles.
• Experience developing PDs and SODs.
• Experience conducting position interviews and desk audits.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and classify federal positions per OPM and FDA guidance.
• Develop, review, and update PDs and SODs for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with managers and stakeholders to gather information and support planning.
• Conduct desk audits and interviews to validate duties.
• Prepare evaluation statements and supporting classification materials.
• Maintain complete case files per FDA/OPM requirements.
• Track actions, workload, and timelines; generate metrics.
• Participate in quality assurance to ensure timely, accurate outputs.
• Identify and escalate risks or delays impacting projects.
• Support process improvements to heighten efficiency and transparency.

Skills

Federal Position Classification

Position Description Development

Workforce Planning Support

Regulatory Compliance

Position Management Analysis

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Writing

Data Analysis and Reporting

Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

3+ years federal classification experience

OPM standards knowledge

PDs/SODs development

Interviews/desk audits

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Kaiva Tech, LLC in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Classification Specialist to support FDA position classification practices in a hybrid work setting. You will develop and update PDs/SODs, perform position analyses, and maintain case files across FDA centers and offices, ensuring compliance with OPM standards.

The role requires collaboration with HR and program stakeholders, strong writing and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple classification actions within government