HR Specialist

Job DescriptionAre you an experienced Federal HR professional looking for flexible, project-based work that fits around your schedule? One of our Federal Clients periodically experiences significant hiring surges and is seeking qualified HR Specialists who can provide remote staffing support during these peak workload periods.

Assignments may be available on a full-time, part-time, or as-needed basis depending on workload demands, seasonal surge times, and your availability. While surge periods are anticipated to occur during 4-6 week periods of time, actual work volume and duration may vary based on agency hiring needs. Larger periods of surge are currently expected from September – October and November – December.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys fast-paced staffing operations, can quickly integrate into established processes, and has the flexibility to provide temporary support during periods of increased hiring activity. Work is performed remotely and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningful support to the Agencies Service mission while maintaining scheduling flexibility.

HR Specialists will conduct high-volume qualifications analyses, adjudicate Veterans' Preference eligibility, review applicant records and prepare certificates. Successful candidates must be able to perform work accurately and efficiently while maintaining compliance with federal hiring regulations, agency policies, and quality standards.

Individuals may be engaged for short-term projects, recurring seasonal surges, or intermittent assignments throughout the year based on operational needs and performance.  Opportunities for secondary assignments are available.

Key Job Duties

Support surge hiring periods, seasonal staffing operations, and high-volume workload environments requiring rapid turnaround and accuracy.
Use USA Staffing (USAS) to conduct applicant eligibility reviews, qualifications analysis, and experience determinations using applicable Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualification standards and agency guidance
Perform veterans’ preference adjudications and document eligibility determinations in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and procedural guidance
Prepare draft certificates, qualification documentation, case file materials, and staffing records to support hiring actions.
Maintain accurate case files, supporting documentation, and audit-ready records for all assigned actions.
Update required tracking systems, staffing tools, and workflow management systems to accurately reflect action status, case progress, workload movement, and completion milestones.
Maintain accurate updates in eTracker, USAS, and other designated operational tracking systems to support workload accountability and reporting requirements
Monitor assigned workload to ensure actions are completed within required timelines and service expectations.
Ensure all work complies with:Title 5 CFR
OPM qualification and staffing regulations
USDA policy and directives
Agency procedures and operating guidance
Participate in quality reviews, corrective actions, training activities, and process improvement efforts as directed.
Maintain working proficiency in required Federal HR systems
Job RequirementsMinimum of three (3) years of experience supporting federal staffing, at least 1 of which must be specialized experience in the area in which work is to be performed. This position requires experience performing high volume qualification analysis and eligibility determinations in USAS.
Must be able to review and qualify a minimum of 8 applicants an hour.
Working knowledge of:OPM qualification standards
Veterans’ Preference adjudication
Title 5 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
Federal staffing and hiring procedures
Experience reviewing applicant documentation in USAS for completeness, accuracy, and compliance, and providing audit ready justifications for qualification and eligibility determinations.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple actions simultaneously while meeting production deadlines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain accurate case documentation and workload tracking.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
HS/GED - A college degree is preferred.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the government-required security clearance.
Must be a US Citizen.