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Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred\nMust be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements\nBachelor's degree.\nFive (5) to Seven (7) years of experience supporting organizational change management, communications, workforce transformation, or related initiatives.\nExperience conducting stakeholder analyses, change impact assessments, and readiness assessments.\nExperience developing and executing strategic communications and stakeholder engagement plans.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop executive-level presentations, briefings, and communications products.\nExperience facilitating meetings, workshops, focus groups, or stakeholder engagement sessions.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a client-facing environment.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.\nStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.\nAbility to travel\nAbility to work in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office\nWhat Would Be Nice To Have:\nMaster's degree in Organizational Development, Communications, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.\nProfessional certification in change management, such as Prosci Change Management Certification, Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP), or equivalent.\nExperience supporting large-scale business transformation, digital modernization, or technology implementation initiatives.\nExperience developing training curricula, learning materials, and workforce adoption programs.\nExperience supporting federal government clients and navigating complex stakeholder environments.\nFamiliarity with change management frameworks, communications planning methodologies, and adoption measurement techniques.\nExperience supporting Agile, process improvement, business transformation, or enterprise modernization programs.\nGraphic design, content development, or digital communications experience to create engaging stakeholder communications and awareness campaigns.\nThe annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. What We Offer:\nGuidehouse 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.\nBenefits include:\nMedical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance\n\nPersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays\n\nPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus\n\nParental Leave and Adoption Assistance\n\n401(k) Retirement Plan\n\nBasic Life & Supplemental Life\n\nHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts\n\nShort-Term & Long-Term Disability\n\nStudent Loan PayDown\n\nTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities\n\nSkills Development & Certifications\n\nEmployee Referral Program\n\nCorporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach\n\nEmergency Back-Up Childcare Program\n\nMobility Stipend\n\nAbout Guidehouse\nGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.\nGuidehouse 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.\nIf you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.\nAll communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or . Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.\nIf any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact . Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.\nGuidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. 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