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C Evans Consulting lists this WHS HR II - DE/DEU Cert required opportunity in alexandria, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Us
CEC is a trusted provider of human capital consulting to federal agencies, helping them solve their most complex workforce challenges. We are committed to delivering smart, responsive, and mission-focused solutions.
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What You’ll Do
CEC is seeking an experienced DE-Certified Federal HR Staffing Specialist to support Washington Headquarters Services, Human Resources Directorate (WHS/HRD) under a Department of Defense contract. You will join a high-impact team delivering cradle-to-grave federal staffing and classification services, supporting mission-critical hiring initiatives under the Department of Defense’s accelerated 60-day hiring model.
Location: Hybrid - Alexandria VA (one week telework / on week onsite)
Salary:
$105,000 - $115,000
Key Responsibilities
Manage 25–30 active hiring actions across all phases of the recruitment lifecycle
Collaborate with hiring managers on job analyses, assessments, and recruitment strategies
Create and post vacancy announcements in USA Staffing (USAS)
Use DoD HR systems — the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) and automated staffing tools — to streamline the hiring process
Review applicant eligibility and qualifications, applying specialized experience and veterans’ preference criteria
Issue certificates of eligibles under delegated examining authority
Coordinate tentative and final job offers and onboarding steps
Respond to inquiries from applicants, hiring managers, and stakeholders
Participate in hiring process improvement initiatives, SOP updates, and policy documentation
Work within the timelines established by the DoD 60-Day Hiring Model
Ensure compliance with merit system principles and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws
Maintain daily updates in the hiring tracking tool to keep actions aligned with 60-day time-to-hire goals
Requirements
Active Delegated Examining (DEU) certification , current and unexpired
Three (3) years of hands-on federal staffing and recruitment experience, including personally issuing certificates of eligibles
In-depth knowledge of federal hiring authorities (e.g., DE, MP, DHA, Pathways, Schedule A)
Demonstrated working experience in USA Staffing (USAS) and DCPDS
Working knowledge of federal HR regulations, including Title 5, DCIPS, and CES
Secret-eligible with the ability to obtain and maintain an interim Secret
Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting DoD or WHS environments
Familiarity with direct-hire recruiting events and LinkedIn talent mining
Knowledge of performance metrics related to time-to-hire, certificate quality, and compliance
Experience working at the intersection of classification and staffing
What We Offer
Competitive benefits package
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO)
Flexible schedule within core business hours (6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday)
A direct role in a high-profile DoD hiring reform initiative
CEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. xavwley Background checks and a drug-free workplace are required.
Worksite address
alexandria, VA, 22350, US
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