Learning and Development Specialist

Guidehouse; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Learning and Development Specialist to support DARPA training initiatives on-site in Arlington, VA. The role combines instructional design, program management, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen workforce capabilities across government staff.

The ideal candidate will design and deliver content, evaluate program effectiveness, and align learning solutions with organizational goals while navigating federal L&D requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of learning and development support work in or with government agencies.
• Experience designing, developing, and managing instructional materials.
• Experience supporting federal government programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deliver training programs for government staff.
• Assess learning needs and improve existing programs.
• Coordinate with SMEs and leadership to align training with goals.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and drive improvements.

Skills

Instructional design

Program development

Needs assessment

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Continuous improvement

Government L&D environments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Family:Operational Effectiveness (ESA)Travel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain SecretWhat You Will Do:The Learning and Development Specialist in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) will support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of training programs for government staff. This role combines instructional design expertise, program management, and an understanding of industry best practices to enhance organizational capability and workforce development. This includes:Instructional Design: Ability to create effective training content, modules, and learning pathwaysProgram Development: Skilled in refining and enhancing existing programs and building new onesNeeds Assessment: Identifies learning gaps and proposes targeted learning solutionsStrategic Thinking: Contributes to L&D strategy and aligns solutions with organizational goalsStakeholder Engagement: Works effectively with government staff, SMEs, and leadershipTechnology & Tools: Comfortable evaluating COTS solutions and using learning platforms or LMS toolsContinuous Improvement Mindset: Regularly evaluates program effectiveness and adapts accordinglyCommunication & Facilitation: Clear, professional communicator in both classroom and virtual settingMust have experience in government L&D environments** This role requires 5-days a week on client site in Arlington, VA.What You Will Need:Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD \"SECRET\" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE \"SECRET\" or higher-level clearance are preferred.Bachelor's degreeSIX (6) or more years of experience in learning and development support work, including working knowledge of L&D industry best practices, methodologies, and adult learning theory.Experience designing, developing, and managing instructional materialsExperience supporting within the federal governmentWhat Would Be Nice To Have:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED \"SECRET\" Federal or DoD security clearanceFamiliarity with government training requirements (preferred)What We Offer:Guidehouse 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.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse 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.If 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 [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. 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.If 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 [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.