Organizational Development Practitioner

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Summary:

The Organizational Development Practitioner will architect and lead the implementation of an enterprise-wide change management framework to support all major transformation initiatives.

Work Location and Telework: Your primary work location will be within the National Capital Region (VA/MD/DC), with duties performed primarily on-site at assigned DHA/ MTF locations. This position is eligible for situational telework; however, any remote work is strictly subject to management approval based on operational needs and policy compliance.

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead the design and facilitation of executive succession planning programs to ensure leadership continuity.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive leadership competency model to guide executive development and recruitment.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for high-stakes, multi-stakeholder conflict resolution and consensus-building efforts.
• Advise the Assistant Director on complex organizational restructuring, realignment, and workforce shaping efforts to optimize mission accomplishment.
• Lead quarterly strategic review sessions with the executive team to rigorously assess progress against the strategic plan and recommend course corrections.
• Develop a governance model for managing DHN’s portfolio of strategic investments, ensuring alignment with top priorities.
• Mentor high-potential government leaders (e.g., GS-14/15) in strategic thinking, executive presence, and advanced leadership skills.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to the DHN Director on executive performance plans, standards, and metrics tied directly to strategic execution and outcomes.
• Architect and implement robust mechanisms to cascade DHA’s Strategic Plan throughout the DHN, ensuring vertical and horizontal alignment.
• Continuously assess the maturity and efficacy of DHN’s Strategy Management framework, providing iterative improvements and recommendations for enhancement.
• Design and develop a bespoke senior leader management training curriculum focused on the core competencies required to lead and sustain strategic execution efforts.
• Prepare and present high-level briefings, strategic documents, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholder groups.
• Facilitate working groups, team meetings, and strategic planning sessions to drive consensus and achieve objectives.
• Maintain clear, consistent, and effective communication with all levels of government personnel and contractor staff.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Act as a key advisor and source of expertise on all matters related to organizational strategy and change management.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Must possess an expert-level understanding of the strategic, operational, and political landscape of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs), including an in-depth knowledge of their distinct governance structures, policies, and operational frameworks.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple documents and deadlines effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• 10+ years of progressive strategic management and enterprise-wide change/performance optimization experience within the MHS, VA, or a similarly large and complex healthcare organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Any additional related certifications.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $111,000.00 to $134,000.00 annually. 

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.