Talent Management Consultant

State of Virginia•Richmond, VA

49d•$60,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Talent Management Consultant serves as a strategic partner and leader in building and sustaining a high-performing, mission-aligned workforce across the Department of Labor and Industry. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating agency-wide talent strategies to strengthen leadership capacity, workforce capability, employee engagement, and operational infrastructure. The Consultant will work collaboratively with agency leadership to assess talent needs, support organizational design, and drive initiatives that reinforce DOLI's Values-in-Action and commitment to excellence. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to DOLI's mission of making Virginia a better place to live, work, and do business. Additional information about our agency can be found at www.doli.virginia.gov. Joining state government means becoming part of something bigger than yourself. It's a chance to make meaningful contributions to your community while enjoying purpose-driven work, and opportunities to grow professionally. Your talents can help Virginia thrive - this isn't just a job, it's a legacy. This position offers a competitive salary range pf $60,000 to $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience, plus full State benefits. Please note, the agency will not entertain salary negotiations beyond the maximum advertised salary. As an Employer of Choice, the Commonwealth of Virginia offers a comprehensive total compensation package to include health benefits, paid leave, and flexible work schedules. The following benefits are available to full-time classified employees: Vacation and Other Leave 12 Paid Holidays Health Benefits Sickness and Disability Program Deferred Compensation with Cash Match Group, Optional Life, and Long-term Care Insurance Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Retirement Plans State Employee Resources Additional information relating to the benefits available to eligible state employees can be found online at: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits

Requirements

Effective verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to compose meaningful and accurate narrative reports and correspondence.
Advanced skills in computer use and related software applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite, Internet, e-mail software, and data entry.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Ability to establish and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships.
Ability to interact positively with customers in an inimical environment.
Ability to function independently with minimal direction.
Progressive experience in talent management, HR consulting, or organizational development.
Strong interpersonal, presentation, and consultation skills.
Experience with workforce analytics and HRIS tools.
Experience effectively dealing with the public and delivering effective presentations.
Experience managing multiple customers and projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated experience in recruitment marketing, employer branding, or talent acquisition strategies.
Knowledge of labor market research methods and ability to identify targeted talent pools to support workforce planning.
Experience developing and executing recruitment campaigns using a variety of platforms (e.g., job boards, professional associations, social media, community partnerships).
Strong ability to translate agency values and culture into compelling recruitment messaging.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for candidate-facing materials and outreach.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Public Administration, or related field.
Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, IPMA-HR)
Current or prior state experience with the Commonwealth of Virginia
Familiarity with recruitment analytics to evaluate outreach effectiveness and adjust strategies.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects, develop workforce strategies, and facilitate leadership development.
Considerable experience and/or knowledge of statistical survey instrumentation and methodology; of research methods, techniques, and reporting formats; and of data processing applications.
Experience organizing data and conducting research using primary and secondary sources.
Experience working with agency divisions to analyze and develop policies and procedures that serve as agency guidance documents.

Responsibilities

Lead workforce capability assessments and succession planning initiatives with division directors.
Support organizational design efforts to optimize team effectiveness and service delivery.
Develop and implement competency frameworks aligned with strategic roles and agency goals.
Design and manage a leadership learning series featuring both internal and external facilitators.
Collaborate with agency leaders on career pathing and succession strategies.
Track leadership development outcomes through mentorship programs.
Develop holistic, data-informed strategies for recruitment, selection, and retention.
Modernize job postings to reflect DOLI's brand, values, and mission.
Lead the design of a career progression matrix for agency classifications within DOLI.
Evaluate and enhance onboarding and offboarding processes.
Streamline and maintain internal HR systems, dashboards, and supervisor toolkits.
Lead efforts to simplify and revise HR policies for clarity and accessibility.
Promote evidence-based decision-making through workforce analytics.
Champion a positive and inclusive workplace culture rooted in DOLI's Values-in-Action.
Coordinate recognition programs and employee engagement forums.
Create and deliver micro-learning modules on inclusion, respect, and collaboration.
Serve as a recruitment marketer by identifying and cultivating targeted talent pipelines that align with the agency's mission and workforce needs.
Research and analyze labor market trends to uncover new sourcing channels and outreach opportunities.
Partner with leadership to create tailored recruitment campaigns that highlight DOLI's values, culture, and career opportunities.
Develop innovative outreach strategies to engage underrepresented and specialized talent pools.
Collaborate with communications staff to enhance employer branding through social media, job postings, and community engagement.
Track and evaluate recruitment marketing effectiveness using data and analytics, adjusting strategies for maximum impact.