Position Classification Made Simple. Fast. Accurate. Tribal-First.
Generate professional, defensible position descriptions and federal-equivalent classifications in minutes — powered by the HAVEN Classification Model and 15+ years of HR expertise.
Receive a Full Classification Summary
Get a clean, easy-to-read summary showing grade equivalency, FLSA status, sensitivity level indicators, and position insights—ready for supervisors, council, or HR files. Audit-ready documentation with no guesswork (Premium).
AI-Assisted Classification Built on Federal Standards
NaviGrade blends expert-built logic with fast AI analysis — evaluating duties, factor levels, and functional complexity instantly, while following OPM structure, FES/GSSG rules, and defensible HR guidance.
Generate PDs Instantly
Create clean, plain-language PDs using the HAVEN Model. Aligned with OPM logic without the bureaucracy. Full GS, VA Title 38, and Tribal DBM equivalency logic built in. Know exactly where your position fits.
Why NaviGrade?
Built for Tribal HR by an experienced federal classifier, NaviGrade brings clarity, consistency, and confidence to every position evaluation. NaviGrade adapts federal logic to the unique challenges of 638 and tribal organizations — without forcing you into rigid federal rules. Make classification easier, faster, and fully defensible.
Developed With 15+ Years of Federal & Tribal HR Expertise
NaviGrade is built using real-world OPM logic, FES/GSSG principles, and hands-on experience classifying hundreds of federal and tribal positions — ensuring accuracy you can trust.
HAVEN Classification System - Built for Tribal HR
NaviGrade uses the HAVEN Classification System — a proprietary logic model that blends federal OPM standards with the unique realities of tribal organizations, 638 programs, and mixed-duty roles. Get evaluations that make sense for your workforce without being boxed into rigid federal systems.
AI-Assisted Classification — Accuracy in Minutes
NaviGrade uses AI to analyze duties, factor levels, and functional complexity — delivering accurate, defensible results in minutes instead of days or weeks. AI accelerates the review process while HAVEN ensures human-level accuracy, consistency, and defensibility.
What You You Get With Every NaviGrade Classification
Navigrade doesn't just spit out a grade. Each Classification includes clear, defensible documentation you can take to supervisors, council, and auditors with confidence.
- Federal-equivalent grade (GS/WG/DBM) with tribal band & VA pay band comparisons.
- FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-Exempt) with a short justification you can reference in policy reviews.
- Position-Sensitivity / risk level indicators aligned to federal designation guidance.
- Supervisory & base-level coding so org charts and staffing tables stay consistent (upgrade feature).
- Plain-language summary you can share with leadership, council, or legal without HR jargon.
Perfect for tribal HR teams, 638 transitions, and consultants who need defensible classification fast.
Start with a free summary. No credit card required.
Backed by Proven Classification Expertise
NaviGrade is built from real, field-tested classification experience — refined into a transparent, sovereign model that tribal HR teams can trust.
15+ Years of Classification Experience
Over a decade and a half of hands-on federal classification work, distilled into a clean, guided model. From clinical, non-clinical, supervisory roles, NaviGrade is grounded in real cases — not theory.
Hundreds of PDs, One Unified Model
The HAVEN Classification System is built from hundreds of evaluated positions across diverse occupations. Instead of starting from scratch every time, NaviGrade gives you a consistent, reusable playbook.
Aligned With Federal Logic and no Red Tape
HAVEN mirrors the spirit of OPM’s FES and GSSG logic through a 4-pillar narrative model. You still get defensible, factor-style reasoning — without drowning tribal HR in 60-page standards.
Designed for Tribal Sovereignty
NaviGrade was built for tribal governments first. The HAVEN model supports fair, consistent pay decisions, while respecting each tribe’s unique policies, funding realities, and sovereignty over its workforce.
What NaviGrade Delivers
Every request generates a complete package — not just a grade guess. Here’s what your HR team receives with each position.
Position Description (PD)
A clean, narrative-style PD written in plain language, aligned to the HAVEN 4-pillar model. You can copy directly into your tribal PD template or HR system.
Equivalency Snapshot
A one-page summary that maps:
-GS series & grade (fed “equiv. to”)
-VA band (where applicable)
-Tribal DBM / pay band
This helps leadership compare roles across systems without guessing.
HAVEN Scorecard
A transparent breakdown across the four HAVEN pillars:
-Knowledge & Skill
-Purpose, Scope & Judgment
-Impact, Problems & Risk
-Communication & Relationships
Pricing Plans
Simple, transparent pricing for tribal HR teams, consultants, and 638 programs.
Free
- Federal-equivalent grading
- FLSA status indicator
- One-page PD summary
- Tribal pay band comparison
- Upgrade anytime
- 24-48 hours turnaroundSensitivity / risk indicatorUpgrade anytime
Professional
- Everything in Free
- Full PD generation (HAVEN 4-pillar narrative)
- Full classification (FES/GSSG-aligned logic)Position sensitivity / risk level
- Supervisory coding
- Consultation scheduling available ($250/hr)
- Human verification layer for supervisor / sensitivity coding
- AI-assisted evaluation results in minutes
- ⚡ Same-day results (AI-assisted, verified by HR logic)⭐ Best for:
Small–medium tribal HR teams, consultants, and 638 programs needing rapid, defensible PDs.
Premium
- Everything in Professional
- Full Evaluation Statements (FES/GSSG)
- 1 free expert consultation/month
- Priority queue
- Ideal for medium-large organizations
- ⚡ Priority Same-Day + 🚀 Express 2-hour option
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Here are answers to the most common things tribal HR teams ask before using NaviGrade.
1. What does the free summary include?
Your free summary includes federal-equivalent GS/WG grading, FLSA status, sensitivity level indicators, and supervisory/base-level coding. It’s everything you need to confirm the direction of a classification before purchasing a full report.
2. Do tribes need to follow federal grades exactly?
No. NaviGrade provides a federal-equivalent reference point so tribal organizations can calibrate pay bands, job levels, and HR decisions without being forced into rigid federal rules.
3. Are classifications defensible for auditors or council?
Yes — NaviGrade uses OPM-aligned logic, factor levels, functional complexity indicators, and classification rationale designed to withstand HR audits, council review, and leadership questions.
4. What formats do I receive?
You get: A clean summary PDF, Optional full PD rewrite, FLSA justification, Position sensitivity summary, Upgrade options for supervisory write-ups and org charts.
5. How fast is the turnaround?
Most paid classifications are completed within 24–48 hours, with a same-day rush services for subscription users.
6. Can consultants or 638 transitions use NaviGrade?
Absolutely. NaviGrade is built for tribal HR teams, consultants, and transition projects managing large staffing restructures.
7. What is the HAVEN Classification System and how is it different from federal classification?
HAVEN (Holistic Assessment of Value, Experience, and Necessity) is NaviGrade’s enhanced classification model built specifically for tribal HR organizations, 638 programs, and consultants.
11. Do I keep the documents you generate?
Yes. Everything generated by NaviGrade is yours to keep and reuse for audits, hiring packets, salary decisions, and HR files.
12. What happens if I exceed my monthly PD limit?
You will receive an automated message prompting you to upgrade or purchase one-time PDs.
Your account automatically resets each month.
NaviGrade is not affiliated with the U.S. government or the Indian Health Service. All classifications use public domain OPM standards and proprietary HAVEN logic. This service is not affiliated with OPM.