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Oversee the development of deliverables including assessments, design assets, implementation ... human capital or management consulting * Demonstrated hands on delivery experience in ...

Provides subject matter expertise in human capital principles, organizational development, change management, and Federal HR laws and regulation to advise senior leadership with strategic direction.

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How much do human capital development jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for human capital development in the United States is $21.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is human capital development?

Human Capital Development refers to the process of improving the skills, knowledge, and abilities of employees within an organization. It involves training, education, and career development initiatives aimed at increasing employee performance and organizational productivity. Human Capital Development also includes strategies for talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning to ensure long-term growth. Effective Human Capital Development helps businesses remain competitive and adapt to changing market demands.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in human capital development, and why are they important?

To excel in Human Capital Development, you need a strong background in human resources, organizational development, and talent management, often supported by a degree in HR or business and relevant certifications like SHRM or HRCI. Familiarity with HRIS systems, learning management platforms, and data analytics tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to lead change are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies are essential for effectively developing talent, improving organizational performance, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in human capital development and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Human Capital Development often encounter challenges such as managing organizational change, aligning talent strategies with business goals, and fostering employee engagement across diverse teams. Addressing these issues requires strong communication skills, the ability to build trust with stakeholders, and staying current with the latest HR technologies and best practices. Proactively seeking feedback, encouraging continuous learning, and collaborating closely with leadership and line managers can help overcome these challenges and drive organizational success.

What is the difference between Human Capital Development vs Learning and Development?

AspectHuman Capital DevelopmentLearning and Development
FocusStrategic growth of employee skills and organizational talentTraining programs and skill enhancement
Work EnvironmentHR departments, corporate strategy teamsTraining departments, HR, or L&D teams
CredentialsHR certifications, organizational development degreesTraining certifications, instructional design qualifications
Industry UsageUsed across industries for talent managementPrimarily in corporate training and development sectors

Human Capital Development focuses on strategic initiatives to enhance overall employee capabilities and organizational growth, while Learning and Development centers on implementing specific training programs to improve skills. Both roles are essential for workforce improvement but differ in scope and strategic emphasis.

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What states have the most Human Capital Development jobs?

States with the most job openings for Human Capital Development jobs include:

Infographic showing various Human Capital Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,409 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Human Capital Manager

Guidehouse

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago


Guidehouse rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 72 rated business consultants


Job description

Job Family:

Operational Effectiveness Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

Active Secret

What You Will Do:

Guidehouse is seeking a Human Capital Manager with a background in human resources for cyber security and/or DoD IT community. The Human Capital Manager will join the Defense and Security Segment (D&S) - Defense, Diplomacy, & Intelligence (DDI) Practice Area. The candidate will support a DDI team dedicated to advancing the mission of the Department of Defense (DoD) Chief Information Officer (CIO).

As a human resources (HR) and excepted services subject matter expert for the DoD CIO's Cyber Excepted Service (CES) sub-directorate, the Human Capital Manager will advise clients, oversee project deliverables, and interact with the client daily to ensure engagement success. This includes supporting day-to-day operational meetings with client sponsors and consulting leaders. The Human Capital Manager is expected to have experience managing teams, advising clients, and creating effective reports and presentations for the client and internal executives. Successful candidates will also provide technical advice and guidance on an array of CES related HR matters to DoD Component leaders, HR offices, and the general workforce.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

  • Recruitment and Staffing: Advise on the procedural and regulatory requirements governing the CES recruitment process. Advise and/or assist CES component stakeholders throughout the staffing process, tailoring communication to address multiple audiences. Advise CES Component HR staff on the technical aspects of CES personnel actions related to pay, staffing and/or position classification, including but not limited to proper coding and/or processing of CES personnel actions using the current automated tools, in accordance with HR statutory and regulatory guidance. Review and verify justifications for requesting use of special salary rates, recruitment bonuses, retentions, allowances, and other authorities.

  • Recruitment and Staffing Policy: Review and provide input to the development and/or revision to CES staffing related policies and procedures. Develop associated CES supplemental guidance documents, issue papers, and products that facilitate successful CES oversight. Research and evaluate the interrelationships between various federal personnel systems (e.g. General Schedule (GS), Federal Wage System (FWS), Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), Demonstration Projects (Demos)) and unique components of each system.

  • Other Duties: Research and draft responses to component inquiries. Assist in coordinating staff actions across the WID staff. Assist the Government Leadership staff when they coordinate/communicate, including calls, responding to email, and interfacing, with stakeholders or their staff at all levels within DoD. Coordinate joint efforts with other groups and offices and maintain accountability of all assigned tasks. Prepare and assist in the development of briefings, multimedia presentations, white papers, and informational memoranda.

What You Will Need:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.

    • Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUSTbe able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" security clearance.

  • Master's Degree in a HR-related field.

  • FIFTEEN (15) or more years ofFederal and/or HR Experience (preferably with excepted service for DoD and federal civilian employees) with demonstrated expert knowledge and experience in Recruitment and Staffing to support the management and oversight of the Civilian Excepted Service personnel systems.

  • Prior experience as a senior civilian GS-0201 HR Specialist or manager with a focus on staffing, classification, or employee relations.

  • Comprehensive understanding of the nuances and complexities inherent in the Civilian Excepted Service personnel system.

  • Knowledge of Title 5, Title 10, and Department of Defense personnel policies.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD securityclearance

  • TEN (10) or more years of experience in cyber, policy, or a related field.

  • TEN (10) or more years of experience consulting for government clients, particularly for DOD clients.

  • ONE (1) or more certifications in cyber, policy, or a related field.

  • Ability to work onsite at client location(s).

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, across all levels of business.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Advanced proficiency with common office software tools (e.g., MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • Ability to lead several tasks simultaneously, prioritize and plan work activities while meeting respective deadlines.

  • Highly motivated professional and capable of managing demanding workload while prioritizing and managing competing priorities.

  • Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion.

  • Comfortable in a fast paced/dynamic environment.

  • Ability to adapt quickly and develop successful professional relationships.

  • Ability to assume ownership of significant portions of tasks while collaborating with a close-knit team.

  • Ability to utilize flexible approaches to identify client challenges and solutions.

  • Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

  • Experience developing and redesigning processes to meet evolving business requirements.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

  • Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.


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

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.


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