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ICF Research Assistant - Human Capital/Learning in Reston, Virginia

Description

ICF is seeking an entry-level management consultant professional to support a large variety of human capital and training projects to include helping Federal clients optimize their workforce and enhance employee performance. They will collaborate with clients to develop and implement effective human capital strategies, training programs, and organizational development initiatives. This position has the ability to work remotely a majority of the time, with possible occasional travel. The ideal candidate will have an interest in federal consulting, human capital, and employee learning. The individual needs to be a self-starter who has the initiative to research topics and solve problems with limited oversight. They will work with a team to:

  • Work as part of multiple small consulting teams under the supervision of Project Managers.

  • Edit and conduct thorough quality assurance checks of all materials to ensure they are of the free of errors and meeting the highest standards for professional deliverables.

  • Review and summarize relevant literature and extract important concepts to inform client project needs.

  • Participate in data collection and analysis efforts (e.g., interviews, focus groups, pilot tests) to better understand our clients, their organizations, and their needs.

  • Synthesize data and summarize it in a compelling and easy-to-understand manner for use in presentations, learning materials, and reports.

  • Support training development in a variety of modalities.

  • Write sections of reports, guidebooks, and training materials, tailoring style and content for different target audiences.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree

Preferred Skills/Experience:

  • Bachelors Degree in Public Policy, Psychology, Sociology, or Business preferred

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, team environment with strict deadlines

  • Strong communication skills (oral and written), including ability to present to and interact with clients

  • Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, and recommend solutions

  • Superior attention to detail in all elements of work

  • Ability to take initiative and ownership with minimal direction from senior staff

  • Interest in learning the foundations of human capital, training, and applied workforce and organizational research

  • Interest in helping clients solve problems, ideally with a human centered design approach

  • Ability to explain complex technical concepts in an easily understandable written format

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights , the Pay Transparency Statement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) , or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity)

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$47,717.00 - $81,118.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

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