Guidehouse
Human Centered Design and User Researcher
Guidehouse, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107
Job Family
:
Digital Consulting
Travel Required
:
None
Clearance Required
:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do
:
Our Digital Solutions, Experience Transformation team is looking for a dynamic and creative user experience (UX) professional who can support the full lifecycle of customer experience research and strategy implementation to create business value for a homeland security client.
The Human Centered Design and User Researcher will support implementation of strategic, mission-driven projects for a high-visibility CX office, applying Human-Centered Design (HCD) and CX principles. The role will conduct thorough CX research, gathering deep insights into customer experiences and analyzing data to derive actionable recommendations. They will provide strategic advice to stakeholders on implementing effective CX strategies and practices, while also developing tools to support the execution of these strategies. This role includes the task of tailoring communication about services and tools to ensure they are user-friendly at scale. Moreover, the CX Researcher will translate these insights into recommendations to business decisions and potential new service offerings, synthesizing their findings into comprehensive, well-documented presentations for clients, stakeholders, and executive audiences.
The Human-Centered Design and User Researcher role may involve a shift in focus, depending on organizational needs and broader trends across the national security apparatus.
Responsibilities:
Lead participatory design activities (e.g., workshops, card sorting) to understand user needs
Derive actionable insights by leading user research activities and translating insights into prototypes
Conduct, design, and analyze user experience research and usability testing results, incorporating findings into the product
Contribute to human-centered design solutions by considering market analysis, customer feedback, and usability findings
Demonstrate facilitation, brainstorming, and collaboration skills
What You Will Need
:
At least Four (4) years of professional office experience, including Two (2) years of human-centered design experience
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
US equivalent Bachelor's degree
Must have a portfolio demonstrating design experience
Ability to travel to client site locations in the Washington, DC or Tampa, FL area as needed
What Would Be Nice To Have
:
Bachelor's degree in human-centric design, UX design, service design, instructional design, or related discipline
Basic proficiency in design software tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma) to create visual representations and training materials
Demonstrated familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Agile Scrum methodologies
One or more certifications in UI, UX, or CX
Nielsen Norman certification(s)
Demonstrated familiarity with Section 508 Compliance
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
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, 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.
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.
:
Digital Consulting
Travel Required
:
None
Clearance Required
:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do
:
Our Digital Solutions, Experience Transformation team is looking for a dynamic and creative user experience (UX) professional who can support the full lifecycle of customer experience research and strategy implementation to create business value for a homeland security client.
The Human Centered Design and User Researcher will support implementation of strategic, mission-driven projects for a high-visibility CX office, applying Human-Centered Design (HCD) and CX principles. The role will conduct thorough CX research, gathering deep insights into customer experiences and analyzing data to derive actionable recommendations. They will provide strategic advice to stakeholders on implementing effective CX strategies and practices, while also developing tools to support the execution of these strategies. This role includes the task of tailoring communication about services and tools to ensure they are user-friendly at scale. Moreover, the CX Researcher will translate these insights into recommendations to business decisions and potential new service offerings, synthesizing their findings into comprehensive, well-documented presentations for clients, stakeholders, and executive audiences.
The Human-Centered Design and User Researcher role may involve a shift in focus, depending on organizational needs and broader trends across the national security apparatus.
Responsibilities:
Lead participatory design activities (e.g., workshops, card sorting) to understand user needs
Derive actionable insights by leading user research activities and translating insights into prototypes
Conduct, design, and analyze user experience research and usability testing results, incorporating findings into the product
Contribute to human-centered design solutions by considering market analysis, customer feedback, and usability findings
Demonstrate facilitation, brainstorming, and collaboration skills
What You Will Need
:
At least Four (4) years of professional office experience, including Two (2) years of human-centered design experience
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
US equivalent Bachelor's degree
Must have a portfolio demonstrating design experience
Ability to travel to client site locations in the Washington, DC or Tampa, FL area as needed
What Would Be Nice To Have
:
Bachelor's degree in human-centric design, UX design, service design, instructional design, or related discipline
Basic proficiency in design software tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma) to create visual representations and training materials
Demonstrated familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Agile Scrum methodologies
One or more certifications in UI, UX, or CX
Nielsen Norman certification(s)
Demonstrated familiarity with Section 508 Compliance
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
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, 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.
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.