Jr. Classification Writer

Akima, LLC

9h • Remote

About The Position

Tuvli, an Akima company, is hiring for a Jr. Classification Writer to support our DoS client located in Washington, DC. As a Junior Classification Writer, you will independently work on classification, position management, and other HR projects as assigned. You will also assist senior writers on more complex projects.

Requirements

• Master's or bachelor’s degree in business or human resources management, with a minimum of three years’ work experience in classifying positions in the federal sector OR three (3) years' experience classifying positions in the federal sector.
• 3+ years of standard classification experience assisting with all phases of classification of federal positions.
• Experience should demonstrate knowledge of classification principles with both General Schedule and Federal Wage System positions.
• Experience with customer advisory services in the areas of position management and basic organizational structure.
• Must be able to obtain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review the organization's functional statements and staffing pattern, the current position descriptions for the incumbent and supervisor.
• Conduct onsite informational interview(s) with the supervisor and employee.
• Prepare a written evaluation report summarizing the interview findings, evaluating the position's duties and responsibilities against appropriate and applicable Office of Personnel Management (OPM) classification standards, and documenting the rationale for the recommended title, series, and grade level.
• If the interviews surface any position management issues or perceived weaknesses in the position, provide recommendations or options for restructuring the work or otherwise addressing the issues raised.
• Develop and prepare new or amended position descriptions, job analysis, crediting plans or other necessary documents such as OF8s, FLSA determinations and memorandum as required for submittal to the human resources office.
• Meet with human resources personal, supervisory and management officials at all levels to discuss and explain position classification or position management recommendations.
• Provide on-site training and mentoring when requested.
• Assist human resource with special projects related to position classification and position management.
• Provide facilitation support to ensure that study teams stay on track and within schedule.
• Participate in identifying new approaches to accomplish A/OPE operations, and support the development of reports, projections, cost estimates, justifications, and associated briefings for management.
• Develop information from various sources to produce highly specialized reports, analyses and recommendations to facilitate A/OPE decision-making on the broad portfolio of HR and management issues that falls under its purview.
• Play a role in developing operating guidance or procedures, program modifications or enhancements, or similar actions, and coordinate them within the A/OPE Bureau and with client Bureaus throughout the Department.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k)
• a range of other voluntary benefits
• Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees