Organizational Effectiveness Consultant (I/O Psychologist)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Richland, WA

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Adjudication, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Business Processes, Business Strategy, Change Management, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Relations, Decision Support, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Government, Homeland Security, Hubs, Human Resources, Information Technology & Information Systems, Input/Output, Laboratory Analysis, Leadership, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Operations Research, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Psychology, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Psychology, Quantitative Analysis, Recreation, Reporting Skills, Risk, Risk Analysis, Scientific Research, Talent Management, Team Player, Technical Operations, Transformational Communications, Trend Analysis, United States Department of Energy (DOE)

LOCATION

Richland, WA

POSTED

4 days ago

**Overview** The Organizational Effectiveness Consultant (OEC), reporting to the Director of Human Capital Management within Human Resources, applies organizational effectiveness and behavioral science principles to assess, understand, and inform improvement strategies as it relates to workforce, organizational, and operational performance across the laboratory in support of mission and business objectives. This role uses diagnostic and data-informed approaches to evaluate organizational effectiveness, workplace culture, workforce trends, and organizational challenges in support of operational effectiveness, workforce readiness, and strategic objectives. This role partners with HR Leadership, Centers of Excellence and Human Resources Business Partners, as well as change management, and other key stakeholders to identify opportunities, interpret organizational and workforce data, recommend practical solutions, and support initiatives that improve organizational effectiveness and workforce outcomes. This role evaluates organizational risks, workforce challenges, organizational readiness, and evolving workforce needs to inform operational and strategic decision-making. **This role is preferred to be onsite in Richland, WA.** **Responsibilities** + Partners with leaders and stakeholders across the laboratory to assess organizational effectiveness, workforce challenges, workplace culture, and operational impacts. + Use qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze workforce trends, workforce feedback, retention indicators, organizational effectiveness, and operational impacts. + Conduct organizational assessments, interviews, surveys, and diagnostic activities to identify themes, risks, root causes, and opportunities for improvement. + Translate workforce and organizational data into practical recommendations and actionable insights that support operational effectiveness, workforce readiness, and strategic decision-making. + Recommend evidence-based approaches, process improvements, and organizational effectiveness strategies to improve workforce performance, organizational effectiveness, and operational outcomes. + Develop reports, presentations, and summaries that communicate complex organizational concepts in a clear and actionable manner. + Lead or support projects involving organizational effectiveness, workforce analytics, organizational assessment, feedback strategies, workforce readiness, and organizational change. + Build collaborative partnerships outside of Human Resources including research, operations, Information Technology (IT), Communications, transformation offices (operations council, business process reengineering, etc.) and other key stakeholder groups to support organizational initiatives and workforce outcomes. + Work independently while managing projects or initiatives with moderate organizational complexity, risk, and impact. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** + Demonstrated expertise in organizational effectiveness, organizational development, workforce analytics, behavioral science, or related disciplines. + Ability to analyze and interpret organizational and workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. + Ability to solve complex organizational problems using analytical thinking, diagnostics, consultation, and sound judgment. + Ability to communicate complex organizational concepts clearly to leaders and stakeholders. + Ability to influence and partner effectively across organizational levels and functions. + Ability to facilitate discussions, assessments, and organizational improvement initiatives. + Ability to independently manage projects involving moderate complexity and organizational impact. **Qualifications** Minimum Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Organizational Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Organizational Development, Behavioral Science, Human Resources, Business, or related field and 7 years of relevant professional experience - OR - Master's or PhD in one of these fields and 5 years of relevant professional experience. + Relevant professional experience includes supporting organizational effectiveness, workforce strategy, organizational consulting, employee research, workforce analytics, organizational assessment initiatives, including applying diagnostic and data-informed approaches to organizational and workforce challenges. Preferred Qualifications: + Strong ability to communicate scientific, research-based, or technical concepts in clear, business-oriented language to support informed decision-making. + PhD strongly preferred, though an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. + Experience with business/internal customer facing roles supporting a variety of business functions. **Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment** Not Applicable **Testing Designated Position** This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP). **About PNNL** Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State-the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab's campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. **Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity** Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov . **Drug Free Workplace** PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. **Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements** As a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. For foreign national candidates: If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement thereafter, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential. **Mandatory Requirements** Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a "country of risk" without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment. **Rockstar Rewards** Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, robust telehealth care options, several mental health benefits, free wellness coaching, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, relocation, backup childcare, legal benefits, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company-funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401 (k) savings plan with company match*. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year. * Research Associates excluded. **All benefits are dependent upon eligibility. Click Here For Rockstar Rewards (https://careers.pnnl.gov/rockstar-rewards) **Notice to Applicants** PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual's relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules. As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position. **Minimum Salary** USD $117,900.00/Yr. **Maximum Salary** USD $182,600.00/Yr.

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