Human Resources Consultant

This is a REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI). This is not a request for proposals and in no way obligates the Government to award any purchase order or contract. The Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking to identify sources capable of providing a consultant with experience in Federal civil service Human Resources classification for the USDA, Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP), Minneapolis, MN. A description of the requirement is as follows: The consultant shall have significant experience and in-depth knowledge in the field of Position Classification in the Federal civil service. The work also requires a finely honed ability to clearly communicate complex material in writing to people with no familiarity with Classification principles. The consultant shall independently develop position descriptions utilizing appropriate formats, assign positions to the appropriate occupational group(s) and determine appropriate grade level based on the application of classification protocol and standards outlined by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Write position evaluation reports and communicate the actions of the classification determinations. Conduct position reviews and desk audits, as assigned, to appropriately assess the proper pay plan, title, series, and grade level of a variety of positions in the Federal civilian system, and provide thoroughly developed audit reports. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes ONLY, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Companies capable of providing the defined services are encouraged to respond by providing their company names, points of contact, both phone number and email address and a brief statement of capabilities and relevant corporate background and business size, along with their suggested pricing structure Submit email responses to Joanne Mann at [email protected] . It is requested that all responses be submitted via email within 3-5 days of this announcement.