FTC Human Resources Classification Support

Grey Street Consulting, LLC (Grey Street), a leading small business provider of Human Capital operational support services to Federal civilian and defense agencies, is seeking to hire a Human Resources Classification Support to support our prospective client within the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Human Capital Management Office (HCMO). FTC is located in NW Washington, DC, and this position is to be performed onsite. This position is contingent upon award.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, research-supported, classification recommendations that meet regulatory standards and require no substantive edits by FTC HR Specialists retaining signature authority.  
• Provide position management and organizational structure analysis to support efficient and legally compliant workforce planning. 
• Support executive resources (SES, SL, political appointees) with position description development and classification.  
• Build internal capacity by providing consultation and knowledge-sharing with FTC HR personnel. 
• Ensure continuity of critical human capital functions where internal staffing, training, or workload limitations require specialized external support, as documented in FTC’s justification materials.  

The Contractor shall provide expert-level federal human capital position classification. Work must fully comply with: 

• 5 U.S.C. Chapter 51 (Classification Act) 
• Applicable OPM classification standards and guidance 
• Executive resources regulations (5 CFR Part 214) 
• FTC-specific procedures and requirements  

Position Classification & Position Management Services 

• Conduct classification evaluations for General Schedule, SES, SL, and other federal positions. 
• Develop new or revised Position Descriptions (PDs), evaluation statements, and related records. 
• Conduct desk audits, interviews, and position management reviews, to include responding to requests for accretion of duties. 
• Produce classification packages including PD narratives, OF8 cover sheets, FLSA determinations, and coding recommendations that meet FTC accuracy and quality standards.  
• Support classification projects such as agency-wide PD updates or classification standard application reviews. 

Consultation, Advisory Support & Knowledge Transfer

• Provide expert consultation on complex HR issues, including classification for SES/SL and political positions, where internal FTC staff currently lack sufficient training or OJT experience.  
• Offer recommendations for workforce planning, position management, and organizational alignment. 
• Assist HCMO in building internal capacity by collaborating with trained but inexperienced classification staff. 

Job Requirements and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) 
• 10+ years of experience applying federal classification standards and position management principles 
• Experience drafting policies, SOPs, and applying OPM standards 
• Experience classifying positions at all grade levels and job families 
• Experience with SES and SL classification requirements  

ADA Requirements

• Operate a PC and phone in an office environment.
• Work in a primarily sedentary position.
• Perform some bending, light lifting, and carrying of equipment may be required.
• Any additional office equipment that is required by the position. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

About the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Human Capital Management Office (HCMO)

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), established in 1914, protects consumers and promotes competition through law enforcement, advocacy, and education. Its Human Capital Management Office (HCMO), within the Office of the Executive Director (OED), provides comprehensive human capital services essential to achieving the agency’s mission. HCMO manages workforce planning, position management and classification, talent acquisition, employee benefits, performance management, and executive resources, among other functions.  

The FTC workforce includes approximately 1,200 employees across Headquarters and regional offices, representing attorneys, economists, administrative professionals, and specialized technical staff.  HCMO requires expert classification support to meet operational demands, ensure ongoing compliance with federal classification laws and standards, and support executive staffing activities.

About Grey Street Consulting, LLC

Grey Street is a small, federal contracting firm. Founded in 2015, Grey Street has already established itself as a leading small business provider of federal human resources (HR) services. Grey Street provides staff augmentation support to numerous federal agencies including but not limited to the U.S. Departments of Transportation (DOT), Health and Human Services (HHS), Energy (DOE), Labor (DOL), and Homeland Security (DHS) just to name a few. Our approach to the delivery of professional services is rooted in our deep subject matter expertise and supported by our ability to effectively manage our client’s needs and expectations while delivering measurable results. 

Grey Street offers a robust benefit package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, and 401k with a guaranteed match!! 

To learn more about Grey Street click here: https://greystreet-consulting.com/