Transition Specialist

Transition Specialist #144 Target Hiring Range: $80,000-$90,000 Department: Support Operations Posting Date Range: 7/31/2026-8/14/2026 Pay Grade Range: $74367-$130143 Work Hours: 8:30am-5:30pm FLSA Status: Exempt Work Location Status: Hybrid Hybrid Schedule: At least 3 days onsite per week. All remote or hybrid work arrangements must be performed from within the continental United States, subject to Sergeant at Arms approval. The Senate Sergeant at Arms does not pay for relocation expenses. This vacancy announcement closes at 11:59pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description The Target Hiring Range for this position is:$80,000-$90,000 Transition Specialists play an essential role in supporting Senate offices through key operational moments like office openings, moves, and closings by ensuring each transition is handled with organization, efficiency, and care. This role is designed for a strategic, customer service-oriented professional who will manage transition projects within the Senate office buildings, coordinating services, equipment, and operational support so that Senate offices and staff can work effectively from their first days in the Senate until their last. Transition Specialists build strong, trusted relationships with Senate office customers and serve as stewards of the information, timelines, and coordination required to execute successful transitions. The ideal candidate enjoys solving problems, coordinating across teams, and bringing structure and ease to complex processes. By anticipating needs and making office transitions feel straightforward for Senate staff, this position directly supports institutional effectiveness and helps offices stay focused on their mission. Key Accountabilities/Essential Job Duties Support departing, continuing, and newly elected Senators and their staff during the biennial transition to a new Congress. Serve as the primary point of contact with all stakeholders for the purpose of transitioning office spaces. Develop and review written materials such as reports, program overviews, and outreach material. Create and maintain reports, website content, forms, and dashboards for congressional transitions and inaugural ceremonies. Plan, implement, and facilitate training sessions, including researching and collating information on a wide variety of topics and developing and delivering presentations. Coordinate and support ad hoc projects and special events. Assist in identifying support resources and perform outreach efforts throughout the Senate. Other duties as assigned. JOB SPECIFICATIONS Required Education High School Diploma/GED. Required Work Experience One (1) to three (3) years of experience in projectmanagement, coordination and/ or physical changemanagement, and a minimum of one (1) yearCongressional experience. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge Knowledge of, or ability to learn, departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and functions, including policies and regulations set by the Senate Rules Committee, the Senate Committee on Ethics, and the Architect of the Capitol pertaining to facilities management. Knowledge of office equipment, computers, relevant software/web applications, spreadsheets, and databases. Ability to communicate and manage complex projects with diplomacy, tact, and professional bearing. Strong writing and analytical skills and the ability to formulate written content on a variety of subjects in a range of styles. Ability to conduct research and accurately prepare and process a variety of reports and documents. Ability to obtain Change Management certification. As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Desired Qualifications A demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional customer service in a professional environment, preferably in the United States Senate or other government settings. Experience working in a congressional office. Progressive experience in project management or change management. Proven ability to design, implement, and improve systems and workflows that increase efficiency and service quality. A high degree of communication competency that allows for succinct and digestible information to be dispersed to a wide variety of stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and resources effectively while maintaining attention to detail. Skill in analyzing operational challenges, identifying solutions, and implementing process improvements. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels. Working Conditions Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during lapses in appropriations, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late-night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during lapses in appropriations, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. Moderate (carrying of items less than 50 pounds). Work requires frequent physical effort, including walking, bending, crawling, and standing for long durations. Physical dexterity in the use of fingers and limbs in the operation of hand equipment. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT To be employed by a Senate employing office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must: 1. Be a U.S. citizen; 2. Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B); 3. Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or 4. Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law). Employment is contingent on background / security investigation results. BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE The SAA provides a highly competitive benefitspackage for all SAA staff. Our benefits extend beyond health care coverage tohelp provide employees with student loan reimbursement, professionaldevelopment, transportation subsidy, TSP/retirement savings, access to ourEmployee Assistance Program, and more! For more information regarding SAA'sbenefits, please visit ACCOMMODATIONS As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the SAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAA and need special assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please submit your request to View email address on click.appcast.io with "Accommodation" in the subject line. VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE If you are identifying as veterans' preference eligible under the VEOA, please use this link to complete your application for Veterans' Preference AFTER you apply for this position. The link will also be available on the "Thank You" page after you have submitted your job application. Candidates only need to apply one time for veterans’ preference to be considered for all future veterans’ preference positions within the Senate Sergeant at Arms. All supporting documents must ONLY be provided within the Veterans’ Preference Application and within the stated deadline of the job announcement. Late applications for veterans’ preference will not be considered. Documentation to obtain veterans’ preference will not be considered if attached to the job application. If you need to revise or resubmit your Application for Veterans' Preference/documents, please withdraw your previous Application for Veterans' Preference and resubmit. If you require assistance, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. To view additional information regarding the VEOA, please click here. An applicant who declines to self-identify as a disabled veteran and/or to provide information and documentation regarding his/her disabled veteran’s status will not be subjected to an adverse employment action, but the individual may be ruled ineligible for veterans’ preference. #J-18808-Ljbffr