Junior HR Specialist

Rivet•Washington, DC

16d•$70,000 - $77,000

About The Position

Rivet Operations Company (“Rivet”) is hiring a Junior HR Specialist in the Washington, DC area. Rivet provides services to the Department of Defense and works in physical and cyber security, IT management, logistics, supply chain management, process improvement, and development. The Junior HR Specialist provides foundational support for human resources operations, with a focus on administrative tasks, data entry, and assisting senior HR staff with routine classification and staffing activities. The role is intended for individuals beginning an HR career in a federal environment and involves applying established procedures under close supervision. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain the required security clearance. The posted salary range is USD $70,000–$77,000 per year. Work may involve extended periods sitting or standing, computer work, bending, reaching, kneeling, walking moderate to long distances, and lifting up to 40 pounds. Rivet is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in federal HR classification or a similar role.
Basic knowledge of HR principles and federal regulations.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
Effective communication and customer service skills.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain the required security clearance.
Ability to perform the physical requirements described for the position, including lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Support classification actions for routine, lower-grade positions by reviewing position descriptions and organizational structures.
Retrieve position descriptions and assist in preparing classification reports.
Identify identical or additional positions.
Support entry-level HR coding and standard data-entry tasks.
Support desk audits under supervision.
Maintain HR files, records, and documentation in compliance with agency standards.
Enter, update, and retrieve data in HR systems for personnel actions and reports.
Ensure proper coding for HR actions using established guidelines.
Reconcile organizational records with master personnel files.