Human Resources Specialist (Classification, Recruitment, and Placement)

Alexandria, VA · Mid

$102,415 – $158,322

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This federal HR role supports the US Patent and Trademark Office's mission by managing recruitment, classification, and staffing for a diverse workforce. The position suits experienced HR practitioners comfortable with federal systems, policy interpretation, and advisory work across hiring, position management, and organizational change.

Our summary, not Patent and Trademark Office’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

Job Analysis

What they ask for

Required

One full year of specialized HR staffing and recruitment experience at GS-11 level (for GS-12 role) or GS-12 level (for GS-13 role)
Experience interpreting and applying HR staffing, recruitment, and classification principles and federal regulations
Experience reviewing, coding, and processing personnel actions
Experience in position management, organizational design, and restructuring
Experience drafting job analyses and vacancy announcements
On-site presence required in Alexandria, Virginia

Nice to have

Experience leading project teams on HR operational improvements (for GS-13 applicants)
Experience as a quality reviewer of coded personnel actions (for GS-13 applicants)