Senior Business Process Specialist
Apply Job ID 36653 Date posted 02/20/2026Job Family:
Operational Effectiveness
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
In this role, you will serve as theSeniorBusinessProcess Specialist responsible for leading the development of a modernizedperformance process, including the governance model, measurement rules,andindicator strategy.Acting as a neutral convener acrossstakeholders, you willfacilitatedecisionfocused working sessions, produce leadershipready decision memos, and translate agreed policies and process decisions intooutcome-based capability requirements.You will partner closely with the current process owner to ensure continuity and feasibility while protecting new process design from legacy constraints. This role isfocused on creating a durable operating model that reduces burden, improves decision utility, andmaintainscompliance with statutoryrequirements.
What You Will Need:
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor’s degree
FIVE (5) yearsof specialized foreignassistanceperformance management experience
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Master’s degree (e.g., Public Policy, International Affairs, Data/Information Management, or related)
Strong written and oral communication skills: ability to brief senior federal clients, write clearly, and present technical content
Proven ability to manage tasks independently, meet deadlines, and deliver polished work
Experience working in a consulting or client-facing environment
Familiarity with USG contracting and funding mechanisms and associated MEL requirements
Experience supporting or coordinating with a central MEL or performance office in a federal context
Knowledge of statutory frameworks and federal performance policy (e.g., FATAA 2016, GPRA/GPRAMA)
Experience drafting and socializing performance operating models, including roles, decision rights, and governance routines
Experience in strategic communications, including preparing leadership briefings and crafting clear, plain‑language messaging for diverse stakeholders
Background in change management, stakeholder engagement, and adoption planning for new processes or governance models
Familiarity with developing or implementing enterprise data agreements, interoperability standards, or publishability requirements
Demonstrated experience leadingcross-stakeholderdecision facilitationand producingformal decision memosfor senior leadership
Demonstrated experience conducting business process redesign that results in clearly defined, consensus‑backed future‑state processes
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
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