Senior HR Transformation Leader – Public Sector

EY; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

EY's Government & Public Sector PAS team seeks a senior practitioner to lead HR operating model design and organizational change initiatives. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to improve HR processes, manage risks, and guide major transformations for federal, state, local, and education clients.

Travel and executive-facing delivery are core aspects of the role. You will engage with leaders, craft practical solutions, and mentor staff while ensuring high-quality outcomes in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and ~10 years of relevant work experience or a master's with emphasis on organizational change, management, or HR.
• Must have extensive change management, design, HR operating model, and process efficiency experience.
• Experience leading multiple teams, presenting to executives, and developing client relationships.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher.
• Willingness to travel 20–30%+ to client sites or EY offices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement HR operating models and organizational structures for PAS clients.
• Improve HR process efficiency and manage people risks during transformations.
• Advise organizations on major transformations and change management strategies.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders, delivering practical, insightful solutions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff; supervise multiple engagements and bids.

Skills

Organizational change

Organizational design

HR operating model

HR process efficiency

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Staff mentoring

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in related field

Job description

EY's Government & Public Sector PAS team seeks a senior practitioner to lead HR operating model design and organizational change initiatives. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to improve HR processes, manage risks, and guide major transformations for federal, state, local, and education clients.

Travel and executive-facing delivery are core aspects of the role. You will engage with leaders, craft practical solutions, and mentor staff while ensuring high-quality outcomes in a dynamic,