FWI

Sr. Executive & Political Personnel Specialist

Location US-Washington, DC
ID 2025-1962

Overview

FWI is building a team to provide classification, recruitment, and hiring support for Presidential Appointees, Senior Executive Service appointees, and other political personnel at the Department of Justice. As a Senior Executive and Political Personnel Specialist, you will manage the appointment and separation processes for senior political positions while supporting executive resources board activities and performance management for DOJ executives.

 

FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. 

 

**Position is contingent upon contract award**

 

Work Schedule and Location:


On-Site: This full-time on-site position will work Monday through Friday,8am to 5pm at the DOJ Justice Management Divison in Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

 

  • Track Presidential Appointees with Senate Confirmation (PAS), SES non-career appointees, and Schedule C positions in OPM's Executive and Schedule C System
  • Write and maintain position descriptions, prepare materials for executive resources board meetings and appointment packages
  • Support federal appointment and separation processes
  • Assist in preparing justifications for special act and rank awards
  • Support SES allocation process and Performance Review Board (PRB) processes for bonuses and pay increases
  • Prepare dual compensation waivers and handle sensitive employee relations issues with political appointees

Qualifications

Required: 

  • Minimum 5 years of highly technical experience in human resources management specifically in executive and political personnel
  • Experience with OPM systems and federal appointment processes
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Public Trust clearance is required

 

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. 

Why Join Our Team

 

At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off

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