Human Resource Policy Specialist with Security Clearance

Job Family :
Management Consulting Travel Required :
Up to 10% Clearance Required :
Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

* Serve as the lead Human Resource Policy Specialist supporting the development, review, interpretation, and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and guidance.

* Lead the analysis of existing human capital processes and identify opportunities for standardization, consistency, and process improvement across organizational HR operations.

* Partner with HR leadership and stakeholders to assess policy impacts, resolve policy questions, and support enterprise-wide HR initiatives.

* Provide direction to a team to research federal HR laws, regulations, directives, and best practices to ensure policy recommendations are compliant, practical, and aligned with organizational goals.

* Prepare clear written policy documents, reference materials, and recommendations for leadership review and approval.

* Support communication and rollout of new or revised policies, including coordination with HR offices and other stakeholders as needed.

* Monitor policy implementation and help evaluate effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement and process optimization.

* Oversee and guide 2-3 staff supporting HR policy and process workstream activities, providing direction, quality review, and day-to-day coordination as needed.

What You Will Need:

* Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST".

* Based on our contractual obligations, candidate must be located within the United States and US Citizen.

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university AND Five (5+) plus years' experience working in human resources, policy analysis, or a related human capital associated role with responsibility for interpreting and applying HR policies, regulations, or procedures.
* Experience supporting federal human resources programs, especially within a large, multi-organization environment.

* Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex issues and recommend effective solutions.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop professional policy documents and present information clearly.

* Ability to collaborate across teams and work with multiple stakeholders to support consistent and standardized HR practices.

* Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in policy and procedural work.

* Skills in process improvement and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

* Experience leading, mentoring, or overseeing junior staff or workstream contributors.

* Ability to travel.

* Ability to work in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location. What Would Be Nice To Have:
* Master's degree.

* Knowledge of federal HR operations, shared service models, or enterprise HR standardization efforts.

* Experience with HR policy modernization, workflow analysis, or business process improvement initiatives.

* Familiarity with staffing, personnel action processing, labor and employee relations, executive resources, or benefits administration.

* Experience working with stakeholders to drive consistency, efficiency, and enterprise-level reporting or visibility.

* Previous experience managing a small team or coordinating the work of junior analysts in a policy or process improvement environment.

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 &…