Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Classification and Compensation)

Supervisory Human Resources Specialist (Classification and Compensation)

Department: Legislative Branch

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $143913 - $187093 Per Year

Job Summary: The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced human resources leader to serve as an expert and principal advisor in classification and compensation. This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO), Human Capital Management Division (HCMD), Classification and Compensation Branch (CCB).

Major Duties:

• At the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), we operate as one team, dedicated to one mission, which is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. This mission is achieved through the effective work of talented and dedicated professionals who are committed to service and the preservation of the landmarks throughout the Capitol Hill campus. This supervisory position serves as Chief, Classification and Compensation Branch and is an integral part of the Human Capital Management Division senior team. The branch chief acts as a the principal advisor to the Chief Human Capital Officer and Deputy Chief Human Capital Officer for Operations, providing strategic leadership in the design and delivery of modern, effective position classification and compensation programs. Major Duties: As Branch Chief, you will: Manage the agency's position classification program consisting of advisory services to managers and supervisors on the development of accurate position descriptions, alignment of positions, job structuring, and their impact on pay determinations. Supervise and mentor staff, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Performs administrative and technical supervisory functions for subordinates. Promotes a work environment that fosters respect, inclusiveness, innovation, teamwork and safety. Manage and direct position classification activities to include the review of the General Schedule, AOC Federal Wage System, and other AOC positions to ensure consistency with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) position classification standards and AOC unique position requirements. Provide expert classification and compensation and consultative services to AOC managers and supervisors involving compensation, position management, classification, workforce planning program services and related issues. Exercise delegated classification authority to develop, evaluate and certify position descriptions. Implement policy development and program implementation in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, standards, policies and precedents of the AOC and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Manage and oversee the position management system online (“PMSO”) to ensure the effective, accurate and current maintenance of position master records and organizational data. Independently serve as central point of coordination for PMSO tasks to support the timely creation and updating of position information. Administer the position classification reviews, audits and agency-wide trade studies of both Wage Grade and General Schedule occupations and other unique AOC positions. Plan and assist with the implementation of reorganizations that involve major mission changes or realignment of positions and personnel. Manage the compensation function for AOC including the planning, development and implementation of new and revised compensation programs, policies and procedures to align with AOC's goals and competitive practices. Develop evaluation strategies for oversight of program effectiveness related to the compensation line of business. Administer and perform statistical analysis survey activities which involve researching, collecting and compiling information essential to the decision-making processes regarding appropriate adjustments in pay and fringe benefits for the various categories of AOC employees.

Qualifications: You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM website at OPM qualification standards. Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Candidates for the GS-14 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower (GS-13) grade level in the Federal service. This position oversees a highly technical, complex, agency-wide classification and compensation program to include the development of position descriptions, alignment of positions, job structuring, and their impact on pay determinations. Examples of specialized experience for this position include: (1) Comprehensive technical knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, principles and practices associated with classification and compensation, position management and familiarity with relevant Federal personnel processes and procedures. (2) Demonstrated knowledge of Federal classification concepts, principles and practices related to structuring organizations and positions and determining the appropriate pay system, occupational grouping, title and pay level of positions. (3) Mastery of and skill in applying advanced HR principles, including compensation principles, concepts and practices, including multiple pay systems and authorities sufficient to serve as an expert staff-level advisor providing authoritative advice and assistance to program managers and operating HR specialists. (4) Demonstrated ability to ensure that the classification system aligns with the guiding principle of equal pay for work of substantially equal value. (5) Proven ability to provide leadership and supervision to a diverse team of employees, both civilian and contractors, delivering position classification and compensation services.

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Application Deadline: 2026-03-23