HR Specialist - Classification & Documentation
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HR Specialist - Classification & Documentation
Location
Remote/9520 Berger road, Suite 107, Columbia, MD, 21046, USA
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 14, 2026
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August 13, 2026
Applicants
0
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Job Description
## Description
Title: Human Resources Specialist – Classification & Documentation
Location: Remote
Company Background
At APV, we’re more than a technology company — we’re a mission-driven powerhouse transforming organizations through advanced technology and human ingenuity. Our expertise spans AI/ML, data architecture, low-code/no-code development, Agile DevSecOps, and cloud services, delivering scalable and meaningful solutions. In our Emerging Technology Lab, innovation drives progress. Our teams create intelligent chatbots, AI-powered assistants, robotic process automation (RPA), essay graders, and data analytics platforms. If you’re passionate about solving complex challenges and shaping the future, APV is the place for you.
Since 2007, we’ve partnered with federal and state agencies to deliver IT, training, and consulting solutions that achieve mission-critical outcomes. Built on accountability, integrity, and quality, we go beyond expectations. With 70+ prime contracts and a proven record of client success, APV continues to grow — and we’re looking for exceptional talent to grow with us.
At APV, we Always Provide Value
Role:
APV is seeking a highly experienced HR Specialist – Classification & Documentation to provide technical expertise in position classification, job evaluation, and organizational design for a federal client. This role ensures the client maintains compliance with OPM classification standards, pay plans, and occupational series guidance while supporting agency-wide workforce planning and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
Duties:
The HR Specialist – Classification & Documentation will:
Position Classification & Evaluation
· Conduct classification reviews, position analyses, and evaluations to determine appropriate occupational series, title, and grade levels.
· Develop, review, and maintain position descriptions (PDs) to ensure consistency and compliance with OPM standards.
· Prepare detailed classification evaluation statements, findings, and recommendations for HR staff and management.
· Perform desk audits, job analyses, and position management reviews.
Advisory Services & Organizational Design
· Provide technical advice to managers, supervisors, and HR professionals on classification and organizational design matters.
· Recommend improvements to workforce structures, organizational alignments, and position management strategies.
· Support the client in applying new OPM classification standards, pay plans, and occupational guidance.
Compliance, Policy, & Documentation
· Ensure adherence to OPM regulations, policies, and federal HR guidelines.
· Draft and update classification-related policy documents, job aids, and internal guidance materials.
· Serve as a resource for addressing classification grievances, appeals, or audit findings.
Workforce & Program Support
· Contribute to workforce planning initiatives by analyzing classification and position management data.
· Develop reports and dashboards tracking classification activities, trends, and compliance metrics.
· Support leadership in optimizing workforce structures to meet mission-critical needs.
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business, or related field.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to obtain and maintain public trust
- Minimum 5-7 years of federal classification and position management experience
- Demonstrated expertise with OPM classification standards, occupational series, and pay plans
- Proven experience developing, reviewing, and evaluating federal position descriptions.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and advisory skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience supporting OPM or another cabinet-level federal agency in classification.
- Experience with workforce analysis and organizational restructuring projects.
- Professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, HRCI SPHR, IPMA-CP).
About APV
APV is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct classification reviews, position analyses, and evaluations to determine appropriate occupational series, title, and grade levels.
- Develop, review, and maintain position descriptions to ensure consistency and compliance with OPM standards.
- Prepare detailed classification evaluation statements, findings, and recommendations for HR staff and management.
- Perform desk audits, job analyses, and position management reviews.
- Provide technical advice to managers, supervisors, and HR professionals on classification and organizational design matters.
- Recommend improvements to workforce structures, organizational alignments, and position management strategies.
- Support the client in applying new OPM classification standards, pay plans, and occupational guidance.
- Ensure adherence to OPM regulations, policies, and federal HR guidelines.
- Draft and update classification-related policy documents, job aids, and internal guidance materials.
- Serve as a resource for addressing classification grievances, appeals, or audit findings.
- Contribute to workforce planning initiatives by analyzing classification and position management data.
- Develop reports and dashboards tracking classification activities, trends, and compliance metrics.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources
- Public Administration
- Business
- or related field
Skills Required
OPM classification standardsOccupational seriesPay plansPosition managementJob evaluationPosition descriptionsWorkforce planningData analysisReportingAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsAdvisory skillsCommunicationWorkforce analysisOrganizational restructuring
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