Talent and Development Specialist

House of Representatives • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Talent and Development Specialist is located in the Human Capital Immediate Office of the House Human Capital Office, within the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), U.S. House of Representatives. The House Human Capital Office provides personnel services to CAO employees and targeted services to the Congressional community, including confidential counseling, well-being initiatives, the House Human Resources Hub (HR Hub), the House Resume Bank, and career transition programs for Veterans, Gold Star Family Members, and Active-Duty Military Spouses.

The specialist serves as a talent and development expert for the House of Representatives, providing consultative guidance on human resource best practices tailored to help Member, Committee, and Leadership offices recruit, hire, develop, promote, retain, and engage staff. The role contributes to designing and implementing programs and services, updating the HR Hub and associated resources, managing resume banks and recruiting sources, and using information and metrics to inform decisions and evaluate program impact. The position has access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and does not have day-to-day supervisory or managerial responsibilities. Grade level at appointment is determined by experience and designated level of responsibility.

Requirements

• Knowledge of House of Representatives and Legislative Branch employment laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Understanding of the congressional office environment, including the staffing challenges, operational demands, and priorities of Member offices.
• Experience building relationships with Members, office leadership, congressional staff, or external stakeholders.
• Strong customer service and consultative experience, including the ability to assess needs and provide practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting information and facilitating discussions with diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of Federal (preferably Legislative Branch) and private-sector human resources programs and procedures.
• Knowledge of best practices, concepts, and programs in recruiting, hiring, and talent development.
• Ability to analyze problems and evaluate viewpoints and proposals.
• Ability to exercise discretion.
• Knowledge of employee engagement principles and practices.
• Skill in coordination and consultation.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply communication methods and principles.
• Knowledge of training, facilitation, and presentation principles.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply strategic communication methods and principles.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete a criminal history records check or other applicable security clearance and, for pre-identified positions, a pre-employment drug test.
• Commitment to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to social sciences, business, management, or organizational development.
• At least five years of experience hiring, managing, and mentoring staff in a House Member, Leadership, or Committee office.
• Two to five years of professional experience working in a U.S. House of Representatives Member office.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative guidance on human resource best practices to help Member, Committee, and Leadership offices recruit, hire, develop, promote, retain, and engage staff.
• Assist in developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies to recruit highly qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds.
• Design, develop, implement, and update the HR Hub and associated tools, tips, resources, and programs.
• Analyze, interpret, and synthesize information to inform organizational decision-making, and recommend improvements, modifications, or enhancements.
• Build and maintain relationships with Members, Chiefs of Staff, congressional staff, educational institutions, professional associations, and community organizations to strengthen congressional talent pipelines.
• Manage the House Employment Bulletin and other recruiting sources to identify and cultivate applicant pools suited to individual offices.
• Build, monitor, and manage the New Member Resume Bank during Congressional transitions.
• Promote programs and services at events and outreach activities.
• Ensure programs, services, and offerings are delivered efficiently and effectively.
• Contribute to special limited-term projects and initiatives assigned by leadership.
• Complete after-action reviews and recommend program enhancements.
• Implement internal workplace policies, standards, procedures, practices, training programs, and communication plans.
• Promote workplace safety, best practices, business ethics, and integrity.
• Ensure organizational compliance with applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform other official duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed