Learning and Development Specialist

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness (ESA)

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Secret

What You Will Do:

The Learning and Development Specialist in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs for government staff. This role combines instructional design expertise, program management, and an understanding of industry best practices to enhance organizational capability and workforce development. This includes:

Instructional Design:
Ability to create effective training content, modules, and learning pathways

Program Development:
Skilled in refining and enhancing existing programs and building new ones Needs Assessment:
Identifies learning gaps and proposes targeted learning solutions

Strategic Thinking:
Contributes to L&D strategy and aligns solutions with organizational goals

Stakeholder Engagement:
Works effectively with government staff, SMEs, and leadership

Technology & Tools:
Comfortable evaluating COTS solutions and using learning platforms or LMS tools

Continuous Improvement Mindset:
Regularly evaluates program effectiveness and adapts accordingly

Communication & Facilitation:
Clear, professional communicator in both classroom and virtual setting

Must have experience in government L&D environments
** This role requires 5-days a week on client site in Arlington, VA.

What You Will Need:

Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD  SECRET  security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE  SECRET  or higher-level clearance are preferred.

Bachelor's degreeSIX (6) or more years of experience in learning and development support work, including working knowledge of L&D industry best practices, methodologies, and adult learning theory.

Experience designing, developing, and managing instructional materials

Experience supporting within the federal government

What Would Be Nice To Have:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED  SECRET  Federal or DoD security clearance

Familiarity with government training requirements (preferred)

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Student Loan Pay Down Tuition  Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities Skills Development & Certifications Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program Mobility Stipend About Guidehouse Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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