Federal Human Capital Classification Specialist

Overview

LMI is seeking an experienced Federal Human Capital Classification Specialist to lead an effort supporting the Human Capital Directorate (HCD) of the Library of Congress (Library), the largest library in the world and the principal research arm of the U.S. Congress. HCD serves approximately 3,400 Library staff and executes HR business processes in accordance with federal laws and Library-specific regulations. This consultative position will provide end-to-end classification support-including the creation and evaluation of position descriptions (PDs), advising on organizational structure and delayering, and ensuring compliance with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) standards.

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Responsibilities

The Classification Specialist will deliver high-quality classification services, aligned with federal regulations and the Library's policies and procedures. Duties include:
Position Description and Classification Support

• Advise Library staff and leadership on the development of new PDs and updates/redescriptions, including supervisory and non-supervisory roles.
• Evaluate and recommend pen-and-ink changes, classification factors, point ratings, and grade levels.
• Conduct and support desk audits, accretion of duties reviews, Identical Additional (IA) changes, and restructuring initiatives.
• Prepare initial PD drafts in accordance with Library SOPs and OPM classification guidance.
• Deliver training and briefings to Library personnel on classification processes, standards, and updates.
• Maintain classification documentation and assist with PD-related records management.
• Consult on position management implications, including delayering and organizational restructuring.
• Apply OPM classification standards to determine accurate title, series, and grade.
• Ensure PDs align with Library mission statements and reflect accurate organizational structure.
• Locate and cite references from the Handbook of Occupational Groups and Families.
• Guide the selection of classification standards and evaluation methods relevant to specific series.
• Format PDs into narrative, supervisory, or non-supervisory structures as needed.
• Support grading determinations using the Factor Evaluation System (FES), including calculations and table conversions.
• Assist with documentation tasks such as completing Optional Form (OF) 8, Position Designation Records (PDR), and identifying Competitive Level Codes (CLC) and Bargaining Unit Status (BUS) codes.
• Use Adobe Pro (advanced functionality) to annotate and edit PDs for pen and ink changes.

Emerging Capabilities

• Leverage generative AI and prompt engineering methods to improve efficiency and consistency in PD creation, classification research, and classification-related knowledge management.
• Explore innovative uses of AI in supporting federal human capital functions such as classification assistance, automation of classification standards interpretation, and AI-assisted desk audit preparation.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Capital, Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of recent experience providing federal classification support services, including PD creation and publishing.
• Deep knowledge of classification principles, organizational structuring, and application of OPM guidelines, including the:
  
  • Handbook of Occupational Groups and Families
  • Introduction to the Position Classification Standards
  • The Classifier's Handbook
• Proven SME-level experience in federal position classification and functional statement development.
• At least five (5) years of experience supporting federal agencies with classification and position management services.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Adobe Pro editing functions.
• Experience working in classification support systems such as EmpowHR and NFC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience or familiarity with generative AI platforms and prompt engineering.
• Understanding of how GenAI tools can support federal HR and talent management workflows, including classification assistance, knowledge extraction from policy documents, and document generation.

Target salary range: $99,000 - 171,000

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.