Talent Management & Engagement Manager

Salary Range:  134,000.00 - 152,000.00

Closing Date:  1/31/2025

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 650 technical and administrative staff working in a variety of areas, including information technology, finance, budget management, human resources, payroll, childcare, food and vending, procurement, logistics and administrative counsel.

The Human Resources Department of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) at the U.S. House of Representatives is offering a remarkable opportunity for a dedicated professional to champion talent management and enhance employee engagement initiatives. We are looking for an individual who excels at building strong consultative partnerships with managers and employees. This role is awaiting an individual with a genuine passion for enriching the employee experience and driving organizational success through innovative talent development strategies.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, can manage ambiguity, and is adept at leading change. We seek someone with a proven ability to craft and execute creative strategies that grow, nurture, and retain exceptional talent. Additionally, exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the capacity to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

An incumbent in this position will be responsible for:

- Developing and implementing talent management strategies that align with the organization's business goals and objectives
- Leading and facilitating the development of training, coaching, and career development tools and initiatives
- Manage competency models, competency development, career mapping, and assessments
- Lead, implement and consult on workforce and employee engagement surveys, and program evaluation
- Leading and/ or participating in projects and programs related to organizational design and development, human capital         systems design and consulting, occupational/job analysis,
- Supporting HR related strategic initiatives, programs, and projects

Summary of Duties:

- Assists in managing the progress and execution of HR Strategic activities. Leads completion of strategic projects, initiatives, and programs as assigned, including assisting the senior HR leadership team with implementing all programs related to organization design, development, and measurement.
- Assists with reassessments of the HR Strategic Plan and related initiatives to ensure relevance.
- Provides advice and counsel to customers and key stakeholders on internal HR issues.
- Proactively identifies opportunities for efficiencies in work process and innovative approaches for completing scope of work.
- Develop and implement talent strategies that align with the organization's strategic and operational goals and objectives
Identify talent trends to inform creative strategies that support growth and internal mobility of staff.
- Provide coaching and career planning and targeted development opportunities to support talent building initiatives.
- Partner with HR leaders to design and implement employee engagement programs that enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and commitment
- Conduct employee surveys and other feedback mechanisms to gather input and track the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives
- Develops HR employee engagement strategies and approaches and partners and coordinates/ partner on implementation across CAO HR.
- Designs, develops, and facilitates training to reinforce strategic priorities, organizational capabilities, and values.
- Gather and assess needs to identify and prioritize organizational development projects and programs.
- Work collaboratively with business unit leaders and HR subject matter experts to drive employee experience of and engagement with relevant information and programming.
- Maintains accurate and comprehensive information and records; ensures compliance with applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements.
- Creates, develops, and implements processes to measure employee satisfaction and engagement levels as required on an on-going basis. 
- Evaluates and quantifies the effectiveness of strategic programs and projects through relevant metrics and assessments.
- Performs other official duties and special projects assigned.