Human Resources Assistant Classification (Classification Support Coordinator)
Washington, DC - USA
Job Summary
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Performs advanced technical assistance work in the position classification and organizational design domains requiring a comprehensive knowledge of rules procedures standards and established analytical methods.
Work involves reviewing and preparing classification documentation conducting structured analyses of position information identifying issues and discrepancies using established precedents tracking organizational changes and coordinating multi-step classification workflows.
The position supports specialists and higher-level staff across multiple teams by providing detailed technical input and ensuring accuracy consistency and compliance.
Duties reflect advanced HR support functions with Bureau-wide scope and are performed with substantial independence.
Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position you must:
- Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;
- Be rated well-qualified for the position scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and
- Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility:
- A copy of the agency notice (i.e. separation notice or agency RIF letter)
- Most recent performance appraisal and
- Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position grade promotion potential and duty location.
- See USAJOBS Career Transition Programs for more information.
Key Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship is Required.
- See Special Conditions of Employment Section.
- Selective Service Requirement
To be considered for the position you must meet the following qualification requirements:
Education:
As a general rule education is not creditable above GL-05 for most positions covered by this standard; however graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position.
OR
Experience:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.
Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
- Reviewed draft and existing position descriptions for completeness and accuracy identified discrepancies (missing responsibilities series conflicts inconsistent titles) and/or prepared draft classification packages coding sheets and/or justification summaries following established methods.
- Reviewed organizational charts staffing patterns and/or functional statements for consistency with approved structures; identified discrepancies such as incorrect reporting relationships or misaligned function codes and/or prepared updated charts and mapping documents using standard templates.
- Conducted structured reviews of position inventories to confirm proper coding of title series grade sensitivity and/or FLSA status; analyzed position data for anomalies (duplicate positions obsolete descriptions) and resolved routine issues using established precedents.
- Coordinated multi-step classification actions across organizational components; monitored human resources inboxes and routing queues; and maintained electronic libraries of human resources guidance position descriptions and/or organizational charts to support audits and program continuity.
- Researched OPM standards federal regulations precedent determinations and/or case files to gather factual support; compiled datasets metrics and structural inventories for desk audits and/or organizational studies; and documented discrepancies with clear notes for specialist use.
**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**
ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name Student Name Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria Click Here.
Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S. Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.
Special Conditions of Employment Section:
For non-law enforcement positions the Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicants criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint or any other information to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the EEO Office in the Central Office at
The incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet the needs of the agency.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis physical and background investigation.
All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
Additional selections may be made if vacancies occur within the life of the certificate.
NOTE: Telework eligible as per agency policy.
This is a non-law enforcement clerical or administrative support position. Individuals selected for these positions will lose law enforcement coverage and will need to return to a position with primary law enforcement coverage to regain coverage.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire CompetencyBased Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position after notification of the adjudication of your request you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. ( should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
IC