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.
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
Other:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Ability to occasionally travel
