This 1-day course introduces federal HR classifiers to the practical applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in position classification. Participants will explore how AI can assist with analyzing position descriptions, ensuring compliance with federal standards, identifying inconsistencies, and streamlining classification decisions. Through hands-on activities, classifiers will gain confidence in using AI responsibly while maintaining human oversight, legal compliance, and professional judgment.
Prerequisite
- Familiarity with federal HR classification principles (e.g., OPM classification standards, position description requirements).
- No prior AI or technical background required.
What You'll Learn at a Glance
- Recognize how AI can support federal HR classification processes while preserving accountability.
- Apply AI-enabled tools to review, analyze, and draft position descriptions more efficiently.
- Identify potential risks, limitations, and ethical considerations when using AI in classification decisions.
- Practice using AI tools in realistic classification scenarios to enhance accuracy and consistency.
Course Syllabus
Module 1: AI Foundations for Federal HR Classification
- What AI is (and what it is not)
- Current trends in AI within federal HR
- Benefits and limitations of AI in classification
- Activity: Quick group discussion on AI use cases classifiers already see in their work
Module 2: AI in Position Description (PD) Development & Review
- Using AI to draft or refine PDs
- AI-assisted keyword and duty analysis for OPM standard alignment
- Spotting redundancies and inconsistencies with AI support
- Activity: Hands-on exercise—AI-assisted PD review
Module 3: Compliance, Oversight, and Ethical Use of AI
- Ensuring alignment with Title 5 and OPM classification standards
- Risks of bias, overreliance, and misinterpretation
- Maintaining classifier accountability and decision authority
- Activity: Case study review of AI outputs for compliance and fairness
Module 4: Practical Applications & Future Readiness
- Integrating AI tools into daily classification workflows
- Balancing efficiency with human expertise
- Preparing for future AI developments in federal HR
- Activity: Scenario-based group exercise—participants use AI support to classify sample positions and compare results
