SSC
Human Resources Specialist (Classification and Recruitment)
SSC, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Sterile Services Corporation (SSC) is a mission‑focused federal contractor and SBA‑certified small business providing professional human resources support services to federal and Department of Defense organizations. SSC delivers position classification, recruitment support, and workforce administration services in accordance with federal personnel policies and standards. With experienced HR professionals and disciplined processes, SSC supports government HR offices by improving workload throughput, accuracy, and continuity while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
Key Responsibilities and Impact
Deliver precise and timely classification and recruitment support.
Minimize backlogs in position management and hiring processes.
Provide actionable, data‑driven guidance to leadership.
Promote efficient HR operations that support organizational mission priorities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Review and classify a variety of lower and mid‑level position descriptions in compliance with OPM standards.
Evaluate organizational structures and recommend accurate titles, series, and grades.
Identify and resolve classification issues; develop and standardize job descriptions.
Advise managers on recruitment strategies, succession planning, and workforce shaping.
Brief employees, managers, and union officials on policies related to compensation, performance management, and workforce development.
Support recruitment planning and backlog reduction.
Conduct audits of organizational programs to assess position management needs.
Maintain and reconcile position description libraries and personnel records.
Prepare classification reports, workforce analyses, and HR‑related studies.
Utilize automated HR systems to process actions, generate reports, and maintain records.
Evaluate applicant assessment questionnaires for adherence to OPM best practices.
Support digital tracking systems for workforce readiness and classification management.
Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or a related field, and qualifying experience.
At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑11 level in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes applying federal position classification and position management principles; reviewing and evaluating position descriptions; advising managers on organizational structures and classification changes; and applying OPM classification standards.
A combination of graduate‑level education and experience that together equates to one year of qualifying experience.
Completion of three full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree; or
Completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
Completion of an LL.M. degree relevant to the position being filled.
Note:
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are acceptable for all grade levels where both education and experience qualify.
Preferred Certifications and Skills Candidates with one or more of the following are highly desirable.
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Military Department civilian human resources offices.
Experience performing position classification in a federal environment HR certifications such as SHRM, HRCI, CHRS, or OPM, demonstrating formal mastery of HR standards and best practices.
Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or CAPM certifications to support process improvement, backlog reduction, and operational efficiency.
OPM Position Classification Training, particularly the GS‑0201 HR Specialist curriculum.
OPM Delegated Examining (DE) Certification and/or Federal Certificates equivalent, valuable for expanded recruitment functions.
Completion of HR University (HRU) courses covering specialized federal HR topics, including classification, staffing, and labor relations.
Experience with federal HR systems such as USA Staffing, DCPDS, USAJOBS, and HRSmart.
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification or equivalent, supporting data analysis and report‑intensive tasks.
Work Schedule & Travel
Full‑time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (excluding Federal holidays).
Occasional travel between Arlington and Quantico, VA as required.
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Key Responsibilities and Impact
Deliver precise and timely classification and recruitment support.
Minimize backlogs in position management and hiring processes.
Provide actionable, data‑driven guidance to leadership.
Promote efficient HR operations that support organizational mission priorities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Review and classify a variety of lower and mid‑level position descriptions in compliance with OPM standards.
Evaluate organizational structures and recommend accurate titles, series, and grades.
Identify and resolve classification issues; develop and standardize job descriptions.
Advise managers on recruitment strategies, succession planning, and workforce shaping.
Brief employees, managers, and union officials on policies related to compensation, performance management, and workforce development.
Support recruitment planning and backlog reduction.
Conduct audits of organizational programs to assess position management needs.
Maintain and reconcile position description libraries and personnel records.
Prepare classification reports, workforce analyses, and HR‑related studies.
Utilize automated HR systems to process actions, generate reports, and maintain records.
Evaluate applicant assessment questionnaires for adherence to OPM best practices.
Support digital tracking systems for workforce readiness and classification management.
Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or a related field, and qualifying experience.
At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑11 level in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes applying federal position classification and position management principles; reviewing and evaluating position descriptions; advising managers on organizational structures and classification changes; and applying OPM classification standards.
A combination of graduate‑level education and experience that together equates to one year of qualifying experience.
Completion of three full years of progressively higher‑level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree; or
Completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
Completion of an LL.M. degree relevant to the position being filled.
Note:
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are acceptable for all grade levels where both education and experience qualify.
Preferred Certifications and Skills Candidates with one or more of the following are highly desirable.
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Military Department civilian human resources offices.
Experience performing position classification in a federal environment HR certifications such as SHRM, HRCI, CHRS, or OPM, demonstrating formal mastery of HR standards and best practices.
Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or CAPM certifications to support process improvement, backlog reduction, and operational efficiency.
OPM Position Classification Training, particularly the GS‑0201 HR Specialist curriculum.
OPM Delegated Examining (DE) Certification and/or Federal Certificates equivalent, valuable for expanded recruitment functions.
Completion of HR University (HRU) courses covering specialized federal HR topics, including classification, staffing, and labor relations.
Experience with federal HR systems such as USA Staffing, DCPDS, USAJOBS, and HRSmart.
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification or equivalent, supporting data analysis and report‑intensive tasks.
Work Schedule & Travel
Full‑time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (excluding Federal holidays).
Occasional travel between Arlington and Quantico, VA as required.
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