Talent and Development Specialist

Summary The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides operations support services and business solutions to the community of 10,000 House Members, Officers and staff. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency Open to the public Duties Job Summary: The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides operations support services and business solutions to the community of 10,000 House Members, Officers and staff. The CAO organization comprises more than 800 technical and administrative staff working in a variety of areas, including information technology, finance, budget management, human resources, payroll, child care, food and vending, procurement, logistics and administrative counsel. The Talent and Development Specialist position is located in the Human Capital Immediate Office, House Human Capital Office, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), U.S. House of Representatives (House). The House Human Capital Office provides personnel services to CAO employees and targeted services to the Congressional community, including confidential counseling, well-being initiatives, the House Human Resources Hub (HR Hub), the House Resume Bank, and career transition programs for Veterans, Gold Star Family Members, and Active-Duty Military Spouses. As a member of the House Human Capital Office team, the Talent and Development Specialist is responsible for several important activities, including: (1) contributing to the design and implementation of innovative programs and services to enhance the way Member, Committee, and Leadership offices recruit, hire, develop, promote, retain, and engage staff; (2) providing consultative support and services based on HR best practices tailored for the House; (3) updating and enhancing the HR Hub and associated programs, including the House Resume Bank and New Member Resume Bank; and (4) using data and metrics to track the overall impact of the office’s programs, services, and initiatives. Grade level at the time of appointment is determined by experience and designated level of responsibility. The position does not have day-to-day supervisory/managerial responsibilities. This position has access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Primary Responsibilities: Serves as the talent and development expert at the House of Representatives to include consultative guidance on human resource best practices tailored to help Members, Committees, and Leadership offices recruit, hire, develop, promote, retain, and engage staff. Assist in developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies to recruit highly qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds for U.S. House Member, Committee, and Leadership offices. Assists with the design, development, implementation, and updates of the HR Hub to ensure Member, Committee, and Leadership Offices have access to best practice tools, tips, and resources. Analyzes, interprets, and synthesizes information to inform organizational decision-making; provides recommendations for improvements, modifications, and/or enhancements to assure responsiveness to changing requirements. Build and maintain relationships with Members, Chiefs of Staff, congressional staff, educational institutions, professional associations, and community organizations to strengthen congressional talent pipelines. Manages the House Employment Bulletin and other recruiting sources to identify and cultivate an applicant pool matching the needs of individual Member, Committee, and Leadership offices. Builds, monitors, and manages the New Member Resume Bank during Congressional transitions. Promotes programs and services at a variety of events and outreach activities. Ensures that programs, services, and offerings are delivered efficiently and effectively. Contributes to special limited term projects and initiatives assigned from leadership. Completes …

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