Organizational Development Practitioner

Goldbelt Apex LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 111,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Tax-deferred savings

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Goldbelt Apex seeks an Organizational Development Practitioner to architect and lead an enterprise-wide change management framework, supporting major transformation initiatives within the DHA/VA/MTF landscape. This role requires deep strategic insight, senior leadership engagement, and proven ability to drive cross-agency initiatives from concept to execution.

You will work primarily on-site in the National Capital Region (VA/MD/DC) with situational telework subject to approval.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance required.
• 10+ years of progressive strategic management and enterprise-wide change/performance optimization experience within the MHS, VA, or a similarly large and complex healthcare organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and facilitation of executive succession planning programs to ensure leadership continuity.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive leadership competency model to guide executive development and recruitment.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for high-stakes, multi-stakeholder conflict resolution and consensus-building efforts.
• Advise the Assistant Director on complex organizational restructuring, realignment, and workforce shaping efforts to optimize mission accomplishment.
• Lead quarterly strategic review sessions with the executive team to assess progress against the strategic plan and recommend course corrections.
• Develop a governance model for managing DHN's portfolio of strategic investments, ensuring alignment with top priorities.
• Mentor high-potential government leaders (e.g., GS-14/15) in strategic thinking, executive presence, and advanced leadership skills.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to the DHN Director on executive performance plans, standards, and metrics tied to strategic execution.
• Architect and implement robust mechanisms to cascade DHA's Strategic Plan throughout the DHN, ensuring alignment.
• Continuously assess the maturity and efficacy of DHN's Strategy Management framework, providing iterative improvements and recommendations.
• Design and develop a bespoke senior leader management training curriculum focused on core leadership competencies.
• Prepare and present high-level briefings, strategic documents, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Facilitate working groups, team meetings, and strategic planning sessions to drive consensus and objectives.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with all levels of government personnel and contractor staff.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Act as a key advisor on organizational strategy and change management.

Skills

Strategic planning

Organizational leadership

Change management

Stakeholder facilitation

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Overview

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.

Summary

The Organizational Development Practitioner will architect and lead the implementation of an enterprise-wide change management framework to support all major transformation initiatives.

Work Location and Telework

Your primary work location will be within the National Capital Region (VA/MD/DC), with duties performed primarily on-site at assigned DHA/ MTF locations. This position is eligible for situational telework; however, any remote work is strictly subject to management approval based on operational needs and policy compliance.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Lead the design and facilitation of executive succession planning programs to ensure leadership continuity.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive leadership competency model to guide executive development and recruitment.
• Serve as the lead facilitator for high-stakes, multi-stakeholder conflict resolution and consensus-building efforts.
• Advise the Assistant Director on complex organizational restructuring, realignment, and workforce shaping efforts to optimize mission accomplishment.
• Lead quarterly strategic review sessions with the executive team to rigorously assess progress against the strategic plan and recommend course corrections.
• Develop a governance model for managing DHN's portfolio of strategic investments, ensuring alignment with top priorities.
• Mentor high-potential government leaders (e.g., GS-14/15) in strategic thinking, executive presence, and advanced leadership skills.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to the DHN Director on executive performance plans, standards, and metrics tied directly to strategic execution and outcomes.
• Architect and implement robust mechanisms to cascade DHA's Strategic Plan throughout the DHN, ensuring vertical and horizontal alignment.
• Continuously assess the maturity and efficacy of DHN's Strategy Management framework, providing iterative improvements and recommendations for enhancement.
• Design and develop a bespoke senior leader management training curriculum focused on the core competencies required to lead and sustain strategic execution efforts.
• Prepare and present high-level briefings, strategic documents, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholder groups.
• Facilitate working groups, team meetings, and strategic planning sessions to drive consensus and achieve objectives.
• Maintain clear, consistent, and effective communication with all levels of government personnel and contractor staff.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Act as a key advisor and source of expertise on all matters related to organizational strategy and change management.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge

• Must possess an expert-level understanding of the strategic, operational, and political landscape of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs), including an in-depth knowledge of their distinct governance structures, policies, and operational frameworks.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple documents and deadlines effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• 10+ years of progressive strategic management and enterprise-wide change/performance optimization experience within the MHS, VA, or a similarly large and complex healthcare organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Any additional related certifications.

Pay And Benefits

The salary range for this position is $111,000.00 to $134,000.00 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) plan with company matching
• tax-deferred savings options