Org Alignment & Talent Strategy Lead

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Organization Alignment Specialist at Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will design, validate, and implement competency architectures, create career pathways, and align workforce capabilities with organizational goals. You will translate data and stakeholder input into practical talent solutions and collaborate with cross-functional partners across the agency.

This role emphasizes AI-enabled workforce analytics, workforce planning, and integration of competency models

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, OD, or related field.
• Seven years' experience in talent management/organizational design or related area.
• Master's or PhD in HR/OD or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead competency frameworks and models aligned to business goals.
• Integrate competency architecture into HR systems (Oracle Cloud) and processes.
• Develop career paths and guidance materials for WMATA employees.
• Advise on AI integration in HR processes and analytics.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Change management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD/related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Statistical software (SPSS/SAS)

Job description

The Organization Alignment Specialist at Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will design, validate, and implement competency architectures, create career pathways, and align workforce capabilities with organizational goals. You will translate data and stakeholder input into practical talent solutions and collaborate with cross-functional partners across the agency.

This role emphasizes AI-enabled workforce analytics, workforce planning, and integration of competency models