Human Resources Classification Specialist

White Pine Innovations is part of the Seneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings’ federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visit the website and follow us on LinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs.  We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

White Pine Innovations is seeking a remote Human Resources Classification Specialist to support the Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU). The Human Resources Classification Specialist is responsible for providing expert classification and position management guidance, ensuring compliance with OPM and DoD regulations, and strengthening HR practices across DSCU.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide expert guidance to DSCU leadership on classification, position management, and organizational structure issues, ensuring compliance with OPM and DoD regulations.
• Review and audit position descriptions (PDs) and organizational structures, identifying discrepancies and making recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee classification for positions under AD and GS pay schedules, maintaining accuracy, consistency, and compliance with federal standards.
• Conduct position management evaluations to improve work distribution, organizational alignment, and utilization of workforce skills.
• Provide advisory services, adjudicate classification appeals, and support DSCU’s collective response to new OPM and DoD classification standards.
• Supports recruiting, interviewing, hiring, processing, and assignment support and follow up throughout the University, working in coordination with the DSCU HR office.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field of study.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive HR experience with a strong emphasis on classification and position management.
• Ability to report on-site to Washington, DC on an as needed basis.
• Proven expertise in interpreting and applying OPM classification standards, DoD policies, and position management guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct audits, analyze organizational structures, and provide practical recommendations for improvement.
• Strong communication and advisory skills, with the ability to clearly explain classification methodologies and their organizational impacts to leadership and managers.
• Active SECRET security clearance.