Training Specialist (Project Manager)

The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) Individual and Organizational Development (I&OD) team is seeking a dynamic, multi-talented Training Specialist (Project Manager) for a full-performance GS-13 position in Alexandria, VA .

If you are a professional who thrives across multiple disciplines rather than specializing in just one, this role is built for you. We are looking for a true generalist to join our collaborative team and drive impactful learning and organizational effectiveness initiatives.

What we're looking for:

The strongest candidates will bring well-rounded experience across several of our core focus areas rather than deep expertise in only one:

• Training and Program Evaluation: Experience with Kirkpatrick evaluation models, formative/summative evaluations, training facilitation, and overall training program management.
• Organizational Development & Coaching: Expertise in leadership development, Change Management, intervention design, and ICF-credentialed coaching.
• Performance Improvement: Hands-on experience with root cause analysis and standard performance models like Gilbert’s BEM, Rummler & Brache, or Mager & Pipe.
• Data Analysis & Insights: A strong ability to lead focus groups, conduct interviews, perform survey design, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data.
• Instructional Design: Proven capability in curriculum development and delivering both virtual and in-person instructor-led training.

Key Takeaway:

If you have worked across a combination of training evaluation, organizational diagnostics, program management, and instructional design , we want to see your application! The more of these domains you bring to the table, the stronger your fit will be for this dynamic role.