Committee Operations Lead

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); Remote; USD 111,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. (GDIT) seeks a Committee Operations Lead to manage OPTN committees and support policy development under HRSA oversight. Remote, with responsibilities spanning governance documentation, meeting facilitation, and evidence-based policy work.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, analyze data, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with federal regulations. A Public Trust clearance is required or pursued as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Health Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree (MPH, MPP, MHA) preferred.
• At least 5+ years of experience in committee coordination, project management, or policy development.
• Experience in healthcare, compliance, regulatory, and/or nonprofit environments, especially in roles requiring meeting facilitation and multi-stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to lead virtual committee meetings, guide collaborative decision-making, and manage cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong understanding of policy drafting, federal regulations, and evidence-based research to inform recommendations and decisions.
• Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, with tools such as Tableau, NVivo, and Excel.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations (CMS, HRSA) and experience ensuring policies meet federal and organizational requirements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a focus on preparing detailed reports, agendas, and governance materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Teams), virtual meeting platforms, and committee documentation systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and multitasking in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support OPTN committees tasked with membership oversight, patient safety, and policy development.
• Oversee the schedule and facilitation of committee meetings, develop detailed agendas, prepare support materials, and lead discussions in a manner promoting collaboration and timely decision-making.
• Collaborate with committee chairs and leadership to ensure accurate tracking of activities, timely communication, and seamless facilitation of committee initiatives.
• Fully implement a Committee(s) Meeting Facilitation Plan that ensures secure, efficient, and compliant virtual meetings, including maintaining schedules, technical support, and post-meeting documentation (recordings, minutes, summaries).
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Committee(s) Management Plan, which outlines procedures for tracking committee activities, milestones, composition, and outputs.
• Create and maintain governance documents, operational manuals, and SOPs related to committee structures, member selection processes, decision-making responsibilities, and conflict-of-interest logs.
• Prepare public-facing materials highlighting committee activities, accomplishments, and membership, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals.
• Support policy development by identifying opportunities to improve organ transplantation and allocation policies through evidence-based research and committee-led initiatives.
• Draft policy proposals, guidance documents, public comment reports, and board recommendations based on committee deliberations and feedback.
• Collaborate with OPTN committees and stakeholders to ensure all proposed policies align with federal regulations (e.g., CMS, HRSA). Maintain thorough documentation for policy audits and regulatory reporting.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data (using tools such as Excel, Tableau, or NVivo) to support committee decision-making and policy recommendations.
• Provide detailed reports and dashboards on committee outputs, performance trends, and policy impact to OPTN leadership, HRSA, and other stakeholders.
• Track and monitor committee projects and policy proposals through all stages (inception to implementation), ensuring alignment with public comment periods and board approval timelines.
• Act as the primary point of contact for committee members and stakeholders, facilitating communication, responding to inquiries, and resolving operational challenges.
• Engage with the broader transplant community to gather input, understand concerns, and encourage collaboration in policy discussions and system improvements.
• Collaborate with external contractors, OPTN support teams, and other divisions, such as IT and policy experts, to facilitate seamless coordination across all committee activities.
• Lead the development of the Committee(s) Training Plan, which provides onboarding, annual training, and up-to-date resources for committee members.
• Ensure training materials address committee structures, workflows, regulatory requirements, and membership expectations.
• Deliver virtual training sessions and maintain a secure repository of training recordings and resources.
• Implement the Subject Matter Expertise Plan to identify, onboard, and track expert contributors across clinical, analytical, policy, and risk management domains.
• Ensure timely and sustained access to experts who support committee initiatives related to membership evaluation, patient safety reviews, and policy recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Meeting facilitation

Policy drafting

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

NVivo

Excel

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

We are GDIT. We stay at the forefront of innovation to solve complex technical challenges.

GDIT is your place. Make it your own by discovering new ways to apply the latest technology and processes. Own your opportunity at GDIT and you’ll be a meaningful part of improving how agencies operate. Our work depends on a Committee Operations Lead joining our team to lead IT professionals supporting the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA).

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) aims to improve health outcomes by enhancing access to quality services, developing a skilled health workforce, and implementing innovative programs that benefit geographically isolated, economically or medically vulnerable populations. HRSA focuses on increasing health equity and strengthening local health systems through initiatives such as community health centers, the Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network (OPTN), the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, and support for maternal and child health.

At GDIT, we foster a people‑centric environment. The Committee Operations Lead will manage and facilitate the activities of Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) committees, including subcommittees, workgroups, and ad hoc groups. This role ensures that committees responsible for membership, patient safety, and policy development operate efficiently, transparently, and in alignment with statutory, regulatory, and policy‑driven goals.

The Committee Operations Lead functions as a pivotal project manager, policy facilitator, and liaison, supporting committees in their critical decision‑making, managing governance documentation, streamlining meeting logistics, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. They also support the development and implementation of evidence‑based transplantation and allocation policies, ensuring compliance with HRSA and federal regulations.

This role combines project management expertise, policy analysis skills, and regulatory knowledge to deliver high‑quality support to committee operations and optimize system performance. In this role, the responsibilities of the Committee Operations Lead will include:

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and support OPTN committees tasked with membership oversight, patient safety, and policy development.
• Oversee the schedule and facilitation of committee meetings, develop detailed agendas, prepare support materials, and lead discussions in a manner promoting collaboration and timely decision‑making.
• Collaborate with committee chairs and leadership to ensure accurate tracking of activities, timely communication, and seamless facilitation of committee initiatives.
• Fully implement a Committee(s) Meeting Facilitation Plan that ensures secure, efficient, and compliant virtual meetings, including maintaining schedules, technical support, and post‑meeting documentation (recordings, minutes, summaries).
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Committee(s) Management Plan, which outlines procedures for tracking committee activities, milestones, composition, and outputs.
• Create and maintain governance documents, operational manuals, and SOPs related to committee structures, member selection processes, decision‑making responsibilities, and conflict‑of‑interest logs.
• Prepare public‑facing materials highlighting committee activities, accomplishments, and membership, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals.
• Support policy development by identifying opportunities to improve organ transplantation and allocation policies through evidence‑based research and committee‑led initiatives.
• Draft policy proposals, guidance documents, public comment reports, and board recommendations based on committee deliberations and feedback.
• Collaborate with OPTN committees and stakeholders to ensure all proposed policies align with federal regulations (e.g., CMS, HRSA). Maintain thorough documentation for policy audits and regulatory reporting.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data (using tools such as Excel, Tableau, or NVivo) to support committee decision‑making and policy recommendations.
• Provide detailed reports and dashboards on committee outputs, performance trends, and policy impact to OPTN leadership, HRSA, and other stakeholders.
• Track and monitor committee projects and policy proposals through all stages (inception to implementation), ensuring alignment with public comment periods and board approval timelines.
• Act as the primary point of contact for committee members and stakeholders, facilitating communication, responding to inquiries, and resolving operational challenges.
• Engage with the broader transplant community to gather input, understand concerns, and encourage collaboration in policy discussions and system improvements.
• Collaborate with external contractors, OPTN support teams, and other divisions, such as IT and policy experts, to facilitate seamless coordination across all committee activities.
• Lead the development of the Committee(s) Training Plan, which provides onboarding, annual training, and up‑to‑date resources for committee members.
• Ensure training materials address committee structures, workflows, regulatory requirements, and membership expectations.
• Deliver virtual training sessions and maintain a secure repository of training recordings and resources.
• Implement the Subject Matter Expertise Plan to identify, onboard, and track expert contributors across clinical, analytical, policy, and risk management domains.
• Ensure timely and sustained access to experts who support committee initiatives related to membership evaluation, patient safety reviews, and policy recommendations.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Health Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s degree (MPH, MPP, MHA) is preferred.
• At least 5+ years of experience in committee coordination, project management, or policy development.
• Experience in healthcare, compliance, regulatory, and/or nonprofit environments, especially in roles requiring meeting facilitation and multi‑stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to lead virtual committee meetings, guide collaborative decision‑making, and manage cross‑functional initiatives.
• Strong understanding of policy drafting, federal regulations, and evidence‑based research to inform recommendations and decisions.
• Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, with tools such as Tableau, NVivo, and Excel.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations (e.g., CMS, HRSA) and experience ensuring policies meet federal and organizational requirements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a focus on preparing detailed reports, agendas, and governance materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Teams), virtual meeting platforms, and committee documentation systems.
• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and multitasking in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Location

Remote

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Additional Benefits

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

The likely salary range for this position is $111,155 - $150,385. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total Rewards at GDIT

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees are telling us they value most.

Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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