WHS HR Specialist II- DE/DEU Certified & Clearance Req'd

Job Description

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.

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.

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
• Active Secret clearance , or 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. Background checks and a drug-free workplace are required.