This position is established in VHA Workforce Management and Consulting's Human Resources Operations Office. HROO is the exclusive operational HR service provider for VHA's Central Office (VHACO). This position uniquely specializes in the position classification discipline, and accordingly is located within HROO's Classification Shared Service Unit.
This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed represent the full performance level of GS-13. At the lower grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level.
Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds. Promotion is not guaranteed, and no promise of promotion is implied. Your duties may include, but are not limited to: Classifying complex, rare, or unusual jobs and preparing necessary documentation. Providing in-depth position classification and position management support to human resources offices.
Providing technical advisory classifications. Classifying and evaluating Functional Statements for high grade or politically sensitive jobs. Conducting on-site or telephonic desk audits, preparing comprehensive written evaluation statements, and processing all relevant documentation. Providing authoritative technical assistance and solutions to problems referred by other specialists.
Responding to requests for explanations or clarifications of decisions by operating officials, employees or employee representatives. Writing position descriptions and evaluation reports, some of which require cross reference to multiple classification standards. Conducting classification and position management studies and presenting findings and recommendations in writing. Analyzing appeals and writing decisions.
Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday Compressed/Flexible: Available at supervisor's discretion Telework: This position may be authorized for telework.
Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This position may be authorized for Virtual Work. Virtual Work eligibility is for current VA employees that are already subject to the return to in person work mandate in their current position. Definition of Virtual Work: Employee works outside of original hiring duty station at a VA owned or leased space.
Return to Office (RTO): RTO mandates are in effect and selectees will be required to report to in person work unless they have an approved exception or an exemption. Any approval for an RTO exception, exemption, or extension will happen after a tentative job offer, but before a final job offer.
Position Description/PD#: Human Resources Specialist (Classification)/PD49927-A and PD14141-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Applicant Count: This job announcement will remain open until 10/15/2026.
Completed applications (USA Hire Assessment Complete) received up to 11:59pm EST on the date in which 50 applications is reached will receive first consideration (initial cutoff). Applications received after 11:59pm EST on the date in which 50 applications are received may not receive consideration unless otherwise requested by management.
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $106437 – $138370/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-15.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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