Position Classification Specialist

Position Classification Specialist

Authority on the full range of position classification and/or compensation issues, many of which are of a complex nature. Provides expert assistance to Federal agencies in carrying out their authority to classify positions. In addition to duties of Classification Specialist, may perform a variety of more difficult and complex assignments to include special occupational or job analysis studies. Responsibilities include analysis recommendations for classification of a wide variety of positions, and development of recommendations for new or revised classification titles or series of positions. Assignments working with the more complex and dynamic organizations in terms of reorganizations, realignments, or the need to classify positions where there is little classification and pay precedent. Duties require the exercise of considerable judgment in the application of classification theory, principles, and methods, and the ability to deal tactfully and persuasively with officials at all levels throughout the Agency.