Talent and Development Specialist

About this role

Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of the House of Representatives and Legislative Branch employment laws, regulations, and guidelines. Demonstrated understanding of the congressional office environment, including the unique 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 with the ability to assess needs and provide thoughtful, practical solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting information and facilitating discussions with diverse audiences. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in field related to the social sciences, business, management, or organizational development preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience hiring, managing, and mentoring staff in a House Member, Leadership or Committee office is preferred.

Two to five years of professional experience working in a U.S. House of Representatives Member office is preferred. Knowledge, Skill, and Ability (KSA) and Competency Requirements: Knowledge of Federal (Legislative Branch preferred) and private sector HR programs and procedures. Knowledge of best practices, concepts, and programs in the areas of recruiting, hiring, and developing talent. 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. All employees within CAO are expected to demonstrate the following general competencies: Accountability, Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication, Customer Orientation, Knowledge of Relevant Policies, Procedures, and Processes, Priority Management, and Problem Resolution.

Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check (or other applicable security clearance) and a pre-employment drug-test (pre-identified position only).