## Change Management & Communications SpecialistApply: US - DC, Washington: US - VA, Arlington: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 44950**Job Family:**Management Consulting**Travel Required:**Up to 10%**Clearance Required:**Ability to Obtain Public Trust**What You Will Do:** * Develop and execute organizational change management (OCM) strategies that support successful adoption of business process, technology, and organizational transformations.* Conduct stakeholder analyses to identify impacted groups, assess needs, and develop targeted engagement strategies.* Perform change impact assessments to evaluate the effects of proposed changes on people, processes, roles, and operations.* Develop and implement change readiness assessments and action plans to prepare stakeholders for transition.* Create and execute communications strategies, plans, and materials that promote awareness, understanding, and adoption of change initiatives.* Design and deliver stakeholder engagement activities, workshops, briefings, and feedback sessions.* Develop training and user adoption materials to support workforce transition and sustainment.* Monitor change adoption metrics, stakeholder feedback, and organizational readiness indicators, providing recommendations for course corrections as needed.* Collaborate with program leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams to integrate change management activities into project delivery.* Support executive sponsors and change champions by providing strategic messaging, engagement plans, and change leadership guidance.**What You Will Nee**d: * Ability to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD Public Trust; Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred* Must be a US Citizen due to nature of client engagements* Bachelor's degree.* Five (5) to Seven (7) years of experience supporting organizational change management, communications, workforce transformation, or related initiatives.* Experience conducting stakeholder analyses, change impact assessments, and readiness assessments.* Experience developing and executing strategic communications and stakeholder engagement plans.* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop executive-level presentations, briefings, and communications products.* Experience facilitating meetings, workshops, focus groups, or stakeholder engagement sessions.* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a client-facing environment.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.* Ability to travel* Ability to work in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office **What Would Be Nice To Have:** * Master's degree in Organizational Development, Communications, Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.* Professional certification in change management, such as Prosci Change Management Certification, Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP), or equivalent.* Experience supporting large-scale business transformation, digital modernization, or technology implementation initiatives.* Experience developing training curricula, learning materials, and workforce adoption programs.* Experience supporting federal government clients and navigating complex stakeholder environments.* Familiarity with change management frameworks, communications planning methodologies, and adoption measurement techniques.* Experience supporting Agile, process improvement, business transformation, or enterprise modernization programs.* Graphic design, content development, or digital communications experience to create engaging stakeholder communications and awareness campaigns.The 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.