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Human Resources Specialist (Classification)

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Cincinnati, OH Other
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/5/2026
This position is part of the Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer, Department of Energy. As a Human Resources Specialist (Classification), you will provide technical advice and assistance in position classification and position management to all levels of management.



Qualifications:

GS-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of Total 3 of the following:

  1. Providing advice and recommendations to management and employees on complex position classification matters, including resolving classification discrepancies or appeals.
  2. Developing and writing clear, concise, and defensible position descriptions that accurately reflect duties, responsibilities, and supervisory relationships.
  3. Utilizing analytical and problem-solving skills to research, interpret, and apply classification standards to a variety of positions.

GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of Total 3 of the following:

  1. Classifying a variety of positions across different occupational series and grades to ensure strict alignment with legal and regulatory position-grading standards.
  2. Administering policy to standardize personnel evaluation techniques, supporting the organization's consistent execution of merit system principles.
  3. Advising management on position design and classification impact to clarify civil service rules and grading frameworks, supporting hiring managers in designing efficient, legally compliant workforce structures.
Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must (1) meet all of the requirements as described in this section; and 2) be rated "well-qualified", which is defined as having a score of 85 or better.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Education:There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.Employment Type: OTHER

Salary : $89,508

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