Classification Specialist (Fully Remote)

FYI For Your Information•Silver Spring, MD

2h•Remote

About The Position

This role provides essential support for position classification and management, ensuring accurate and consistent application of classification standards, regulations, and policies. The specialist will consult with management, review and develop position descriptions, and prepare necessary documentation for classification determinations. Responsibilities also include conducting audits, determining FLSA and bargaining unit status, and providing guidance on classification processes.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience providing advisory and consultative services to supervisors and managers regarding federal position classification and position management.
Knowledge and expertise with developing position descriptions, reviewing existing position descriptions for accuracy, equity, and recertification; determining the appropriate position title, occupational series, and grade; developing evaluation statements and narrative justifications to support classification determinations.
Experience analyzing classification actions to ensure they are compliant with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) classification standards, guides, and regulations.
Experience determining bargaining unit status codes, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and preparing OPM OF-8 form and other relevant PD attachments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with staff and the public as well as be persuasive when defending position determinations.

Responsibilities

Provide position classification and position management support, including determining appropriate position titles, occupational series, grades, and organizational alignment.
Interpret and apply classification standards, regulations, and policies to ensure accurate and consistent classification determinations.
Consult with supervisors and managers to evaluate duties, responsibilities, and organizational requirements.
Review, develop, and validate position descriptions to ensure accuracy and alignment with assigned duties.
Prepare classification evaluation statements, narrative justifications, and supporting documentation for classification determinations.
Conduct desk audits and position reviews to assess assigned duties and validate classification decisions.
Determine Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) status, bargaining unit status, and other position-related designations as applicable.
Identify and recommend solutions for classification and organizational structure issues, including position alignment and workforce management concerns.
Maintain classification case files, personnel records, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness.
Provide guidance and customer support regarding classification processes, requirements, and best practices.