Industrial-Organizational Psychologist 5 - Strategic Workforce Planning and Analytics SME

Department: Solutions, Services, and Capabilities (SSC)

Job Status: Full Time (40+ hrs.)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Sr. Technical Director

Amount of Travel Required:
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (core hours 9am-3pm)

Positions Supervised: None

Work Location: Client Site Quantico, VA

Citizenship Status: U.S. Citizen

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance

Salary: $110k - $115k

Position Type: **Pending Contract Award **

Summary

The Industrial-Organizational Psychologist - Strategic Workforce Planning and Analytics Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides expert-level technical support to Department of Defense (DoD) Human Capital Management initiatives. Working under the direction of the Strategic Workforce Planning and Analytics Lead, the SME applies advanced Industrial-Organizational Psychology principles to support strategic workforce planning, workforce analytics, organizational effectiveness, and enterprise transformation initiatives.

The SME serves as a trusted technical advisor, conducting research, workforce analyses, benchmarking studies, and organizational assessments while developing high-quality products that support executive decision-making. This position collaborates closely with government stakeholders to improve organizational performance and align workforce strategies with mission requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and strategic human capital management.
• Conduct workforce planning analyses, organizational assessments, trend analyses, and workforce forecasting.
• Research and apply best practices in organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and talent management.
• Develop reports, executive briefings, white papers, standard operating procedures, job aids, process documentation, and technical recommendations.
• Support the development and enhancement of Human Capital Management programs, including:
  • Strategic Workforce Planning
  • Organizational Design
  • Performance Management
  • Recruitment and Retention
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Career and Professional Development
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Human Capital Policy Development
  • Pay Pool Management
• Assist with organizational change initiatives by developing communication materials, transition plans, and implementation strategies.
• Benchmark government and industry human capital practices to identify innovative solutions and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative workforce data to identify trends, risks, and strategic recommendations.
• Support project planning, execution, and tracking across multiple human capital initiatives.
• Facilitate meetings, focus groups, workshops, and stakeholder sessions as required.
• Review and edit technical documents for quality, consistency, and accuracy.
• Support executive leadership by preparing presentations and briefing materials.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional government and contractor teams.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Behavioral Science, or a closely related field.
• Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of advanced education where contractually permissible.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to occasionally travel

Security Clearance

• Active Secret Security Clearance (Required)

Experience

• Experience applying Industrial-Organizational Psychology principles within federal or Department of Defense organizations preferred.
• Experience supporting strategic workforce planning or human capital initiatives.
• Experience conducting workforce analytics, organizational assessments, and research.
• Experience developing executive-level reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Experience supporting organizational transformation or change management initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Industrial-Organizational Psychology

• Expert knowledge of Industrial-Organizational Psychology theories, principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Strong understanding of organizational effectiveness and human capital strategy.

Human Capital Management

Demonstrated expertise supporting multiple human capital functional areas, including:

• Strategic Workforce Planning
• Organizational Development
• Performance Management
• Recruitment and Retention
• Employee Development
• Organizational Design
• Policy Development
• Talent Management
• Change Management

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite:
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Word
  • Microsoft Project
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint (preferred)
• Experience with Microsoft Visio (preferred)

Analytical Skills

• Workforce analytics
• Organizational research
• Trend analysis
• Data interpretation
• Strategic recommendations

Professional Skills

• Strong facilitation and meeting management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior government leadership and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Defense Human Capital Management programs.
• Experience with organizational transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of DoD strategic human capital goals and objectives.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP/SCP, PMP, Prosci Change Management, or related credentials are desirable.

Core Competencies

• Industrial-Organizational Psychology
• Strategic Workforce Planning
• Workforce Analytics
• Organizational Development and Effectiveness
• Data Analytics
• Human Capital Management
• Change Management
• Research & Analysis
• Executive Communications