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Ascension LLC is seeking a Senior Facilitator to lead high-impact stakeholder engagement, executive-level facilitation, and process improvement initiatives in support of transportation planning programs. This role is critical to ensuring that complex, multi-agency transportation initiatives are effectively coordinated, aligned, and executed through structured facilitation, data-driven decision-making, and organizational performance optimization.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and expert facilitator who thrives in dynamic environments, can engage senior leadership, and has a proven ability to translate complex program challenges into actionable solutions. This individual will play a key role in driving process improvements, stakeholder alignment, and program effectiveness across transportation-related initiatives.
This position is best suited for professionals with deep expertise in facilitation, strategic planning, business process improvement, and executive communications, particularly within public sector or transportation-focused environments.
Position Summary
The Senior Facilitator will provide expert-level facilitation, mediation, and organizational improvement support to transportation programs, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, agencies, and program objectives. The role requires the ability to design and lead executive-level meetings, facilitate complex discussions, and guide organizations through structured problem-solving and process improvement efforts.
This individual will support the client by developing as-is/to-be process maps, conducting training needs assessments, facilitating workshops, and driving performance optimization initiatives. The Senior Facilitator must be highly skilled in communication, stakeholder engagement, and executive coaching, with the ability to operate independently in ambiguous and high-visibility environments.
The ideal candidate brings a consultative mindset, is self-driven, and demonstrates the ability to anticipate challenges, develop solutions, and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Familiarity with process improvement methodologies, organizational change, and data-informed facilitation techniques is essential.
Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities
- Lead executive-level meetings, workshops, and facilitation sessions for transportation programs and initiatives
- Design and develop facilitation strategies, agendas, and engagement frameworks for multi-stakeholder environments
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, inter-agency coordination, and complex problem-solving sessions
- Develop as-is and to-be process maps to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Conduct training needs assessments, including data analysis and presentation of findings
- Prepare and deliver executive briefings, reports, and presentation materials for leadership decision-making
- Provide mediation and conflict resolution support across stakeholders and program teams
- Plan and execute facilitation activities in coordination with client leadership and program personnel
- Develop and deliver customized or off-the-shelf training programs aligned to organizational needs
- Support business process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, and performance optimization
- Analyze organizational workflows and recommend solutions to improve operational effectiveness
- Document meeting outcomes, action items, and recommendations to support program execution
- Collaborate with program managers, analysts, and technical teams to ensure alignment with strategic goals
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Information Management, Behavioral Science, or related field | Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in facilitation, strategy, consulting, or program management | Demonstrated experience facilitating executive-level meetings and strategic discussions |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proven experience supporting transportation-related programs, projects, or government initiatives | Strong expertise in business process improvement, organizational performance, and workflow optimization | Experience conducting training needs assessments and delivering training programs | Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive briefings | Proficiency in process mapping tools and methodologies (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart) |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA), or related field | Professional certifications such as PMP, Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), Prosci Change Management, or Certified Facilitator | Experience supporting federal, state, or local government transportation agencies | Familiarity with organizational change management frameworks and stakeholder engagement strategies Experience leveraging data analytics, dashboards, or performance metrics to inform facilitation outcomes | Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint) | Experience facilitating large-scale, multi-agency initiatives or transformation efforts |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (or higher, if required by the client) | U.S. Citizenship may be required based on client and contract requirements |
Ascension is seeking a Financial Analyst with specialized experience in transportation project financing, cost analysis, and capital program evaluation to support complex transportation planning and infrastructure investment initiatives. This role is critical to ensuring that transportation projects are financially viable, strategically funded, and aligned with long-term economic and community outcomes.
The ideal candidate is a highly analytical, detail-oriented financial professional who understands how to evaluate funding scenarios, analyze cost structures, and support decision-making across large-scale transportation programs. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to project managers, planners, and stakeholders, helping translate financial data into actionable insights that influence project prioritization and funding strategies.
This role directly supports the client’s mission to optimize capital investments, improve funding utilization, and implement innovative financing approaches such as Public-Private Partnerships (P3) and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD).
Position Summary
The Financial Analyst will perform professional-level financial and economic analysis in support of transportation planning, project development, and capital programming efforts. Working under the general direction of the Project Manager or Principal Planner, this individual will evaluate funding scenarios, cost feasibility, and financial performance of transportation initiatives.
The ideal candidate brings the ability to operate in complex, data-driven environments, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and the ability to synthesize financial data across multiple sources. This individual must be self-driven, capable of working with minimal supervision, and skilled at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Key tools and processes leveraged in this role include:
- Financial modeling and forecasting tools (Excel, Power BI)
- Capital planning and budgeting frameworks
- Cost-benefit and economic impact analysis methodologies
- Funding analysis (federal, state, local, and alternative financing)
- Data analytics and visualization platforms
This role supports the development of financially sound, data-driven transportation solutions that meet government objectives and public needs.
Day-to-Day Activities
- Analyze transportation project costs, budgets, and financial performance metrics
- Develop financial models to evaluate funding scenarios and project feasibility
- Conduct cost-benefit and economic impact analyses for transportation investments
- Evaluate funding sources, including federal, state, local, and alternative financing options
- Assess timing of funding availability versus project expenditure requirements
- Track funding allocations and expenditures to ensure alignment with program goals
- Identify innovative financing mechanisms such as P3 and TOD opportunities
- Support development of capital improvement plans and long-term financial strategies
- Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and executive briefings for stakeholders
- Collaborate with planners, engineers, and program managers to align financial and project objectives
- Assist in developing cost-sharing strategies with public and private partners
- Monitor financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies
- Support implementation of new funding approaches and financial processes
Job Features
| Job Category | Finance and Accounting |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or related discipline | Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, cost analysis, or budgeting | At least 3 years of experience supporting transportation projects or infrastructure programs | Demonstrated experience in financial cost accounting and project financial analysis |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced), financial modeling, and data analysis | Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and capital program financial management | Ability to analyze complex datasets and translate findings into actionable insights |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or related field | CPA, CFA, or other relevant financial certification Experience with transportation funding programs (FHWA, FTA, state DOT funding) | Familiarity with Public-Private Partnerships (P3) and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) | Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools | Knowledge of government budgeting processes and capital planning frameworks | Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or capital improvement programs | Ability to develop financial dashboards and performance metrics (KPIs) | Familiarity with grant management and federal funding compliance requirements |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Medium Risk) clearance | U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency may be required based on client needs |
Ascension LLC is seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Air Quality Specialist to support transportation planning and environmental compliance efforts for state and regional agencies, including collaboration with Departments of Transportation (DOTs), Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), and environmental regulatory bodies.
This role is critical to ensuring that transportation programs, plans, and projects comply with federal air quality conformity requirements under the Clean Air Act. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in transportation emissions modeling, Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) analysis, and air quality impact assessments, and will serve as a key contributor to regional emissions analysis and policy compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives at the intersection of data analytics, environmental science, and transportation systems, and who is motivated to influence infrastructure decisions that directly impact public health and environmental sustainability.
Position Summary
The Air Quality Specialist provides technical leadership and analytical support for transportation-related air quality analysis, ensuring compliance with federal and state environmental regulations, including conformity determinations.
This role requires a detail-oriented, self-driven professional capable of working in a multi-stakeholder, data-intensive environment. The candidate will analyze emissions from mobile and stationary sources, develop and apply transportation network models, and support regulatory coordination with agencies such as the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
The ideal candidate is:
- Highly organized and analytical with strong problem-solving capabilities
- Comfortable working with complex datasets, models, and regulatory frameworks
- Able to translate technical outputs into actionable insights for planners and decision-makers
- Proactive in identifying risks, gaps, and compliance challenges
This role directly supports transportation conformity analysis, emissions forecasting, and environmental impact assessments, contributing to sustainable and compliant transportation planning outcomes.
Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities
- Develop and apply transportation network models to estimate VMT, speeds, and travel activity inputs
- Conduct emissions modeling using EPA’s MOVES model for CO, NOx, VOCs, and greenhouse gases
- Analyze and interpret mobile and stationary source emissions data
- Perform post-processing of travel demand model outputs for conformity analysis
- Evaluate transportation projects and plans for air quality impacts and regulatory compliance
- Support regional conformity determinations in coordination with MPOs and state agencies
- Collaborate with MDE and DOT stakeholders to ensure emissions analysis meets federal and state requirements
- Assess impacts of congestion mitigation, transit improvements, and land use strategies on air quality
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for regulatory review and stakeholder engagement
- Utilize modeling tools such as CUBE, TransCAD/TransPlan, or similar platforms
- Analyze atmospheric dispersion and pollutant behavior to support environmental assessments
- Provide technical guidance to planners and project teams on air quality considerations
- Support data validation, QA/QC processes, and model calibration activities
Job Features
| Job Category | Data Analysis and Analytics |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or related field | Strong technical writing and documentation skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 8+ years of experience in transportation-related air quality analysis and emissions modeling | Demonstrated experience with: Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) analysis and travel demand modeling inputs, EPA MOVES emissions model, Transportation conformity analysis under the Clean Air Act | Strong understanding of: Federal and State environmental regulations, FHWA conformity requirements, Transportation planning processes | Experience analyzing: Mobile source emissions (CO, NOx, ozone precursors), Greenhouse gas emissions, Stationary source impacts |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with transportation modeling tools (e.g., CUBE, TransCAD, TransPlan) | Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, GIS, or similar platforms) |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Transportation Planning, or related field | Experience supporting Maryland DOT (MDOT), MDE, or regional MPOs | Familiarity with non-attainment area requirements and SIP (State Implementation Plan) processes | Experience with air dispersion modeling tools | Knowledge of transportation control measures (TCMs) and emissions reduction strategies | Certifications such as: AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners), NV SP or similar sustainability credential | Experience supporting federal or state transportation projects |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States |
Ascension is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven Environmental Planner to support transportation planning and infrastructure initiatives with a strong focus on environmental compliance, regulatory analysis, and sustainability integration.
This role is critical to ensuring that transportation programs and infrastructure projects are planned, evaluated, and delivered in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including NEPA. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical environmental planning expertise and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable project guidance for multidisciplinary teams.
The Environmental Planner will play a key role in supporting environmental reviews, impact assessments, and regulatory documentation, ensuring that project delivery aligns with environmental laws while maintaining schedule and program objectives. This position is ideal for candidates who are passionate about balancing infrastructure development with environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance.
Position Summary
The Environmental Planner provides technical support in the evaluation, documentation, and compliance of environmental planning activities related to transportation systems and infrastructure projects.
The ideal candidate is a self-driven professional who can operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment. They should be capable of analyzing environmental impacts, interpreting regulatory requirements, and supporting project teams in navigating compliance challenges. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while producing high-quality deliverables.
This position supports client needs by ensuring that environmental considerations are proactively integrated into planning and project development processes, reducing risk, avoiding delays, and supporting informed decision-making.
The Environmental Planner will leverage tools and processes such as:
- Environmental impact analysis frameworks (NEPA documentation processes)
- GIS tools and spatial data analysis
- Data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI)
- Regulatory tracking and documentation systems
- Stakeholder coordination and environmental review workflows
Day-to-Day Activities
- Conduct environmental analyses to support transportation planning and infrastructure projects
- Prepare environmental documentation including Environmental Assessments (EAs), Categorical Exclusions (CEs), and supporting technical reports
- Evaluate potential environmental impacts related to land use, water resources, air quality, and ecological systems
- Interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including NEPA requirements
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle
- Support environmental permitting processes and documentation submissions
- Analyze environmental data and develop reports, summaries, and recommendations
- Assist in stakeholder engagement efforts, including public involvement and interagency coordination
- Maintain environmental records, documentation logs, and compliance tracking tools
- Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies to minimize environmental impacts
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental considerations into planning and design
- Review project plans and technical documents to ensure environmental compliance alignment
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management, Urban Planning |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Studies, or related field | Strong written and verbal communication skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in environmental planning and analysis for transportation or infrastructure projects | Working knowledge of NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) and environmental review processes | Understanding of federal and state environmental regulations and DOT guidance | Experience supporting environmental documentation and compliance activities |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills | Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) | Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting transportation planning projects or DOT-related programs | Familiarity with GIS tools (ArcGIS or similar platforms) | Experience with environmental permitting processes | Knowledge of Maryland-specific environmental regulations and compliance frameworks | Experience supporting public engagement or stakeholder coordination activities | Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) | Professional certifications such as AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) or working toward certification | Experience working in consulting or government contracting environments |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or equivalent suitability clearance, if required by the client |
Ascension LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and analytically strong Engineering Support Specialist to support transportation planning and engineering initiatives for a public sector client. This role is critical to executing technical transportation studies, supporting infrastructure planning decisions, and delivering data-driven insights that inform policy, program development, and capital investments.
The ideal candidate is an early-to-mid career transportation engineering professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings a strong foundation in transportation systems analysis, engineering planning methodologies, and data interpretation. This individual will support senior planners, project managers, and client stakeholders by performing technical analyses, developing planning documentation, and contributing to multi-modal transportation solutions.
This role is essential to ensuring that transportation programs are technically sound, data-driven, and aligned with regional mobility, safety, and infrastructure goals.
Position Summary
The Engineering Support Specialist provides professional-level technical support in the execution of transportation planning studies and engineering analyses under the guidance of senior staff. The role requires working knowledge of transportation systems, infrastructure design principles, and analytical tools used to evaluate system performance and future demand.
The ideal candidate is:
- Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple assignments
- Analytical and data-driven, capable of interpreting complex datasets
- Self-motivated, able to operate effectively with minimal supervision
- Solution-focused, able to anticipate challenges and contribute to problem-solving efforts
This role supports:
- Transportation planning studies
- Engineering analysis and modeling
- Infrastructure and multimodal system assessments
- Policy and program development initiatives
Tools and processes may include:
- Transportation modeling software (travel demand models, traffic simulation tools)
- Data analysis tools (Excel, GIS, Power BI, Tableau)
- Engineering and planning documentation standards
- Microsoft 365 and collaboration platforms (SharePoint, Teams)
Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities
- Conduct transportation planning and engineering analyses to support project objectives
- Perform traffic analysis, capacity analysis, and travel demand forecasting
- Support development of transportation plans, reports, and technical documentation
- Analyze multimodal transportation systems, including roadway, transit, pedestrian, and bicycle networks
- Evaluate infrastructure performance and recommend improvements
- Compile, clean, and analyze transportation datasets from multiple sources
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and visualizations
- Support traffic impact studies and transportation modeling efforts
- Review transportation policies, plans, and regulatory guidance
- Collaborate with project teams, planners, and engineers to support deliverables
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and provide technical input as needed
- Ensure accuracy, quality, and completeness of all analytical outputs
Job Features
| Job Category | Engineering |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field | Ability to communicate technical information clearly (written and verbal) |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in transportation planning or engineering analysis | Knowledge of: Transportation planning principles and methodologies, Traffic engineering and infrastructure design concepts, Multimodal transportation systems |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Experience with data analysis and technical reporting | Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) | Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in Transportation Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field | Experience with: Travel demand modeling tools (e.g., TransCAD, VISUM), Traffic simulation software (e.g., VISSIM, Synchro), GIS tools (ArcGIS or similar), Data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau) | Familiarity with federal, state, or local transportation planning processes | Exposure to traffic impact studies and infrastructure planning projects | EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification or progress toward PE licensure | Experience supporting public sector clients or DOT agencies |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (if required by the client) | Must be authorized to work in the United States |
Ascension LLC is seeking a Transportation Planner who will play a critical role in supporting multimodal transportation planning initiatives, land use analysis, and data-driven program delivery for state and local government clients. This role is essential to ensuring that transportation systems are planned, analyzed, and optimized in alignment with regional mobility goals, infrastructure investments, and policy frameworks.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, analytically driven planner who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and can translate technical data into actionable insights. This individual will support planning studies, interpret transportation data, and contribute to strategic planning efforts that improve mobility, system performance, and stakeholder outcomes.
This position is highly visible and directly contributes to client decision-making, program effectiveness, and long-term infrastructure planning success, making it a strong fit for professionals who want to influence transportation systems at a meaningful level.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Transportation Planner provides professional-level technical support under the direction of a Project Manager or Principal Planner, contributing to the development, analysis, and execution of transportation planning initiatives.
This role supports the client’s need to:
- Analyze transportation systems and land use interactions
- Develop multimodal transportation strategies
- Evaluate travel trends, freight movement, and system performance
- Support planning studies and policy development
- Deliver data-driven recommendations to improve transportation outcomes
The ideal candidate brings a balance of technical expertise, critical thinking, and proactive problem-solving, with the ability to:
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Navigate ambiguous requirements and evolving priorities
- Anticipate challenges and develop practical solutions
- Manage multiple tasks across concurrent planning efforts
Tools & Technologies May Include:
- GIS Tools (ArcGIS, QGIS)
- Data Analysis Tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau)
- Transportation Modeling Tools (as applicable)
- Microsoft 365 Suite (SharePoint, Teams, Power Platform)
- Survey and data collection platforms
This role directly supports data analysis, program planning, reporting, and stakeholder-informed decision-making, aligning with Ascension’s strengths in analytics, process improvement, and program support .
Day-to-Day Activities
- Analyze transportation, land use, and demographic data to support planning studies
- Prepare technical reports, planning documents, and data summaries
- Interpret transportation system performance metrics, trends, and forecasts
- Support development of multimodal transportation plans and strategies
- Conduct research on best practices, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with project teams, engineers, and stakeholders to gather inputs
- Develop maps, charts, dashboards, and visualizations to communicate findings
- Assist in stakeholder engagement activities, workshops, and meetings
- Evaluate freight movement patterns, travel demand, and infrastructure impacts
- Maintain organized documentation, datasets, and analysis outputs
- Contribute to continuous process improvement and data standardization efforts
Job Features
| Job Category | Logistics and Transportation, Urban Planning |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in: Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Land Use Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, or related field |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience in transportation and land use planning | Experience supporting state and/or local government transportation planning efforts | Strong analytical skills with experience in: Data analysis and interpretation, Transportation trends and system evaluation |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency in: Microsoft Excel (advanced preferred), GIS tools (ArcGIS or equivalent) | Ability to produce technical reports and documentation | Strong written and verbal communication skills | Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in Planning or related field | AICP Certification (or actively pursuing) | Experience with: Transportation modeling tools, Freight and logistics planning, Travel demand forecasting | Familiarity with: Federal, state, and local transportation policies and funding programs | Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) | Experience supporting multimodal transportation planning initiatives | Knowledge of transportation system management and operations (TSMO) | Exposure to stakeholder engagement and facilitation |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (if required by client) | Must be authorized to work in the United States |
Ascension is seeking a high-performing Senior Planner to lead and support complex transportation and land use planning initiatives that directly impact community development, infrastructure investment, and regional mobility outcomes. This role is critical to delivering high-quality, data-informed planning solutions that align with client strategic goals, regulatory requirements, and long-term economic development objectives.
The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of technical planning expertise, analytical capability, and stakeholder engagement experience, with the ability to operate both independently and within multidisciplinary teams. This individual will play a key role in executing major transportation studies, shaping planning strategies, and delivering actionable insights that drive decision-making.
This position is essential to ensuring that planning efforts are not just compliant, but strategically aligned, analytically sound, and implementation-ready, reinforcing Ascension’s commitment to delivering measurable impact and low-risk execution to our clients.
Summary of the Role
The Senior Planner performs advanced-level transportation and land use planning work, supporting large-scale studies and program initiatives under the direction of the Project Manager or Principal Planner. The role requires expertise across multiple planning domains, including transportation systems, land use integration, economic analysis, and infrastructure planning.
The ideal candidate is:
- A detail-oriented and strategic thinker capable of translating complex data into clear planning recommendations
- Self-driven, able to operate effectively in fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environments
- Skilled in anticipating risks, identifying solutions, and managing competing priorities
- Comfortable engaging with stakeholders and presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences
The Senior Planner will leverage tools such as GIS platforms, transportation modeling tools, data analytics platforms (e.g., Excel, Power BI), and planning frameworks to develop studies, reports, and recommendations.
This role directly supports client needs in:
- Transportation planning and corridor studies
- Land use and development planning
- Traffic and economic analysis
- Policy and strategic planning
- Infrastructure investment prioritization
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Lead technical components of transportation and land use planning studies
- Conduct transportation system analysis, traffic studies, and mobility assessments
- Develop land use scenarios and evaluate impacts on infrastructure and community outcomes
- Perform economic feasibility and cost-benefit analyses for planning initiatives
- Analyze demographic, environmental, and transportation datasets to inform planning decisions
- Prepare technical reports, planning documents, and client deliverables
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment across workstreams
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and public engagement sessions
- Support development of strategic plans, policy recommendations, and implementation roadmaps
- Evaluate risks, constraints, and opportunities related to transportation investments
- Apply GIS tools and visualization platforms to communicate planning outcomes
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local planning regulations and standards
Job Features
| Job Category | Logistics and Transportation |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, Environmental Science, or related field | Strong written and verbal communication skills |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 8 years of experience in transportation and land use planning | Minimum 4 years of experience managing or leading major planning studies or projects | Demonstrated experience in: Transportation planning and traffic analysis, Land use planning and development analysis, Data analysis and interpretation |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with: GIS tools (ArcGIS or similar), Data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar), Transportation modeling or planning software | Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in a related field | AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification | Experience supporting federal, state, or municipal transportation programs | Familiarity with: Public-Private Partnerships (P3), Infrastructure funding and financing strategies, Environmental and sustainability planning practices | Experience with stakeholder engagement and public outreach strategies | Knowledge of policy analysis and regulatory frameworks | Experience using advanced analytics, visualization tools, or modeling platforms |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance | U.S. Citizenship or eligibility as required by federal contract requirements |
Ascension is seeking a senior-level Principal Planner to lead complex transportation and land use planning initiatives that directly impact infrastructure investment, mobility strategy, and community development outcomes. This role serves as a technical authority and program leader, responsible for guiding multidisciplinary planning efforts from concept through implementation.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and execution-focused leader with deep expertise in transportation systems, land use planning, and policy analysis. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring that planning initiatives are data-driven, compliant with regulatory frameworks, and aligned with long-term economic and community development goals.
This position is essential to the success of the contract, as it provides technical leadership, stakeholder coordination, and quality oversight across all planning activities, ensuring that deliverables meet client expectations for accuracy, timeliness, and impact.
Position Summary
The Principal Planner will provide technical leadership and day-to-day oversight for major transportation planning initiatives, including corridor studies, land use integration, economic impact assessments, and policy development. The role requires the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, coordinate across stakeholders, and ensure that planning outputs are actionable and aligned with agency priorities.
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Strong expertise in transportation and land use planning methodologies
- Experience managing large-scale planning studies and multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, decision-ready insights
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate risks and drive execution
This role supports the client through:
- Strategic planning and program development
- Data-driven analysis and reporting
- Stakeholder engagement and facilitation
- Quality control and delivery management
The Principal Planner will leverage tools such as GIS platforms, transportation modeling tools, data analytics platforms (e.g., Excel, Power BI), and project management systems to deliver high-quality planning solutions.
Day-to-Day Activities
- Lead technical planning efforts across transportation and land use projects
- Oversee all phases of planning studies including scoping, analysis, and reporting
- Manage project schedules, deliverables, and quality control processes
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineers, analysts, and stakeholders
- Conduct transportation analysis including traffic modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning
- Develop strategic plans, feasibility studies, and policy recommendations
- Analyze economic, environmental, and community impacts of proposed projects
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and public engagement sessions
- Review technical reports, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and clarity
- Advise senior leadership on planning strategies and implementation approaches
- Identify risks, constraints, and opportunities and recommend mitigation strategies
- Prepare executive-level briefings, reports, and presentations
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management, Strategic Advisory |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Engineering, Public Administration, or related field | Excellent written and verbal communication skills | AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) | Professional Engineer (PE) – State of Maryland |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 10 years of experience in transportation and land use planning | Minimum 5 years managing major transportation studies or planning programs | Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder planning initiatives |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Strong knowledge of transportation systems, land use policy, and planning regulations | Experience with data analysis, modeling, and visualization tools | Proven ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or related field | Experience supporting state or local transportation agencies Expertise in economic development planning and public-private partnerships (P3) | Familiarity with GIS tools (ArcGIS), transportation modeling software, and Power BI/Tableau | Experience with policy analysis, regulatory compliance, and funding strategies | Strong facilitation skills for public and stakeholder engagement | Experience integrating data analytics and technology solutions into planning processes |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Medium Risk) clearance | Must be legally authorized to work in the United States |
Ascension is seeking a high-performing Project Manager to lead and oversee complex transportation planning studies and program support initiatives for state and/or federal clients. This individual will serve as the Contractor’s primary project manager, responsible for ensuring that all planning, coordination, execution, and delivery activities are performed efficiently, on time, and within budget.
This role is critical to mission success. The selected candidate will act as the central authority for project execution, interfacing directly with client leadership, internal teams, and subcontractors. The ideal candidate brings deep experience managing consulting engagements involving transportation planning, program management, data-driven analysis, and stakeholder coordination, and thrives in environments requiring both strategic oversight and hands-on execution.
Position Summary
The Project Manager serves as the lead for planning and execution of major studies and work order–based support activities, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements, client expectations, and organizational goals.
This role requires a disciplined, detail-oriented leader who can manage multiple concurrent efforts while maintaining high standards for quality, communication, and performance. The Project Manager will be expected to:
- Operate effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments with minimal supervision
- Anticipate risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies
- Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with subcontractors
- Deliver high-quality analytical outputs, reports, and recommendations
- Utilize structured project management tools and methodologies (Agile, PMBOK-aligned practices)
The ideal candidate is a self-driven problem solver with strong leadership presence, capable of translating complex requirements into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities
- Lead planning, execution, and delivery of transportation planning studies and program support efforts
- Manage all work order activities, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including subcontractors, analysts, and technical specialists
- Develop and maintain project management artifacts such as:
- Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
- Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
- Milestone tracking tools and dashboards
- Oversee development of analytical deliverables including reports, charts, graphs, and recommendations
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, briefings, and working sessions with client leadership
- Monitor project performance, risks, and issues, and implement corrective actions as needed
- Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards, contractual requirements, and timelines
- Manage project budgets and ensure cost control across all activities
- Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes clearly to internal and external stakeholders
- Support development of data-driven insights to inform planning and decision-making
- Drive continuous improvement in project execution processes and methodologies
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Education: Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following or related fields: Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Policy Studies, Economics, Finance, Auditing, Transportation Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in consulting, program management, auditing, or related fields | At least 6 years in a supervisory or leadership role | Minimum 2 years serving as a Project Manager delivering projects on time, within budget, and achieving intended outcomes | PMP (Project Management Professional) or PMI-ACP or Agile certifications |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Technical & Functional Skills: Strong project management expertise (PMBOK, Agile, or hybrid methodologies | Experience managing multi-stakeholder, multi-workstream projects | Proficiency with tools such as: Microsoft Project / Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, SharePoint or similar collaboration platforms, Data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau preferred) | Ability to develop structured analytical outputs (reports, dashboards, performance metrics) |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting transportation planning or infrastructure-related programs | Familiarity with state DOT or federal transportation program requirements | Experience with data analytics, performance metrics, and KPI development | Demonstrated ability to manage IDIQ/task order-based contracts | Strong background in stakeholder engagement and facilitation | Experience supporting government clients (federal, state, or local) | Advanced proficiency in Power Platform tools (Power BI, Power Automate) |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (Medium Risk) | U.S. Citizenship may be required based on client needs |
Ascension is seeking a senior-level Program Manager to serve as the contract lead and accountable executive for a major transportation planning and consulting services engagement. This individual will act as the single point of accountability for contract execution, ensuring delivery excellence across program management, stakeholder coordination, and technical planning activities.
The ideal candidate is a strategic leader and operational executor who thrives in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and can translate planning requirements into actionable, measurable outcomes. This role is critical to ensuring that all planning studies, program deliverables, and contract support activities are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to client expectations and regulatory standards.
This position is best suited for professionals with deep experience in program management, transportation or infrastructure planning, consulting oversight, and stakeholder engagement, combined with strong leadership, decision-making authority, and the ability to manage both internal teams and subcontractors.
Summary of the Contractor Role
The Program Manager serves as the chief coordinator and manager of the entire contract, responsible for directing, developing, and overseeing all aspects of program execution. This includes planning studies, reporting, staffing coordination, quality assurance, budget management, and stakeholder communication.
The role requires an individual who is:
- A highly organized and strategic thinker capable of managing multiple concurrent priorities
- Self-driven and proactive, with the ability to operate in ambiguous or evolving environments
- Skilled in anticipating risks, resolving issues, and driving solutions to completion
- Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and subcontractors
- Effective in executive-level communication, negotiation, and decision-making
The Program Manager will leverage tools and processes such as:
- Project Management frameworks (PMBOK, Agile where applicable)
- Integrated Master Schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
- Data analytics and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, SharePoint dashboards)
- Quality control and performance monitoring processes aligned to ISO 9001 principles
- Collaboration platforms (Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint)
This role directly supports the client’s need for structured program oversight, analytical planning support, and coordinated execution of transportation-related initiatives.
Day-to-Day / Core Responsibilities
- Lead overall contract execution and serve as the primary point of contact with the client
- Direct planning studies, program activities, and consulting engagements across all task areas
- Manage contract budget, resource allocation, and financial performance
- Oversee development and execution of project schedules, milestones, and deliverables
- Coordinate internal teams and subcontractors to ensure alignment and performance
- Develop Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), schedules, dashboards, and reporting tools
- Ensure quality control and compliance with contract requirements and standards
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, executive briefings, and decision-making sessions
- Analyze program risks, issues, and performance metrics and implement mitigation strategies
- Negotiate and make binding decisions on behalf of the contractor within scope authority
- Establish and refine management structures to improve operational efficiency
- Communicate program status, risks, and recommendations clearly to leadership
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree in: Business Administration, Public Administration, Policy, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Transportation Planning, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Minimum 10 years of experience in: Program management, consulting, auditing, or related project environments | Minimum 6 years of supervisory or oversight experience | Minimum 2 years serving as a Program Manager on projects delivered on time and within budget |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Demonstrated experience managing large-scale programs or planning initiatives | Strong experience with: Project management methodologies (PMBOK preferred), Budget and financial oversight, Stakeholder engagement and executive communication | Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors | Excellent written and verbal communication skills | Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and collaboration tools |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Master’s Degree in a relevant field | PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification | Experience supporting state or federal government contracts | Experience in transportation planning, infrastructure, or public sector consulting | Familiarity with: Data analytics and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau), SharePoint or workflow automation tools | Experience implementing quality management or ISO-aligned processes | Strong background in strategic planning, performance management, or program evaluation |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Medium Risk) or equivalent | Must pass background investigation as required by the client |
Ascension LLC is seeking a senior-level Principal / Program Executive to provide executive oversight, strategic leadership, and contractual authority for a high-visibility transportation planning and consulting engagement.
This role is critical to ensuring that all contract objectives are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the client’s mission and regulatory requirements. The Principal serves as the ultimate decision-maker and trusted advisor to the State, responsible for program success, compliance, and stakeholder confidence.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader in consulting, program management, and/or transportation planning, with a strong track record of leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects, managing senior stakeholders, and driving measurable business outcomes.
This position is best suited for professionals with deep expertise in:
- Program and portfolio oversight
- Government consulting (State/Federal)
- Strategic planning and execution
- Financial and contract performance management
- Stakeholder engagement and executive communications
Position Summary
The Principal acts as the Contractor’s Chief Executive Authority for the engagement, providing strategic direction, governance, and oversight across all project activities.
This role ensures that resources, processes, and deliverables are aligned with contract requirements, while maintaining full accountability for budget, schedule, quality, and compliance performance. The Principal works closely with the Project Manager and client leadership to resolve issues, mitigate risks, and ensure successful program execution.
The ideal candidate is:
- A strategic thinker who can align project execution with organizational goals
- A decisive leader capable of making binding decisions on behalf of the contractor
- A relationship builder who can influence executive stakeholders
- A problem solver who anticipates risks and proactively implements solutions
- A results-driven professional focused on delivering measurable value
This role requires strong familiarity with program governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and consulting delivery models, as well as the ability to operate effectively in dynamic and ambiguous environments.
Day-to-Day Activities
- Provide executive oversight of all contract activities to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
- Serve as the primary escalation point for contractual, financial, and operational issues
- Act as the final authority on key decisions, including budget, compliance, and performance outcomes
- Oversee and support the Project Manager in execution, risk management, and stakeholder coordination
- Ensure contractual compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Monitor program performance metrics, milestones, and deliverables
- Lead executive-level meetings, briefings, and negotiations with State stakeholders
- Provide strategic guidance to ensure delivery of promised business value
- Allocate and manage resources across the contract to meet performance objectives
- Support issue resolution and conflict management across teams and stakeholders
- Review and approve key deliverables, reports, and program documentation
- Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor
- Ensure alignment with quality standards and continuous improvement practices
- Provide oversight of financial performance, invoicing alignment, and cost controls
Job Features
| Job Category | Project Management |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in one of the following (or related field): Business Administration, Public Administration, Transportation Planning, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science / Information Systems | Core Competencies: Program and project governance, Strategic planning and execution, Contract management and oversight, Financial and budget management, Stakeholder engagement and executive communication, Risk and compliance management | Certifications (Preferred): PMP (Project Management Professional), PgMP (Program Management Professional), Certified Management Consultant (CMC) Agile or Lean certifications |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | Experience: Minimum 10 years of professional experience in consulting, auditing, or program/project delivery | At least 6 years in a leadership or supervisory role | Minimum 2 years serving as a Program Manager on projects delivered on time and within budget | Demonstrated experience delivering measurable business value outcomes |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Technical / Functional Skills: Familiarity with program management tools (e.g., MS Project, Power BI, SharePoint), Understanding of government contracting environments, Experience with performance metrics, reporting, and dashboards |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Experience supporting State Departments of Transportation or Planning Agencies | Knowledge of transportation planning frameworks, policy analysis, or infrastructure programs | Experience with federal/state compliance standards and regulatory frameworks | Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional consulting teams | Strong background in business process improvement and transformation initiatives | Experience with data-driven decision-making and performance management systems | Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive briefing skills | Ability to operate in high-pressure environments with competing priorities |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust (or equivalent State-level clearance) | Background check required in accordance with client requirements |
Ascension is seeking a Data Scientist I to provide on-demand, high-impact predictive analytics and AI/ML expertise in support of the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO).
This role is critical to advancing NSF’s transition from ad hoc workforce reporting to predictive, data-driven decision-making, enabling leadership to forecast workforce trends, improve strategic planning, and optimize human capital investments.
The ideal candidate is a mission-focused analytics professional who thrives in a federal environment and brings strong experience in statistical modeling, machine learning, and workforce analytics. This individual should be comfortable operating in a consultative, task-order-driven environment, where they will deliver targeted solutions that directly support enterprise-level HR transformation and modernization initiatives.
This role supports NSF’s broader objective to enhance analytics capabilities, reduce manual reporting, and deliver scalable, self-service insights across the organization.
Position Summary
The Data Scientist I will provide specialized, project-based support for predictive workforce analytics, modeling, and advanced data analysis initiatives.
This role is activated under optional task orders and will focus on developing machine learning models, statistical forecasts, and advanced analytics solutions that enhance NSF’s human capital analytics ecosystem.
The ideal candidate is:
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and solution-driven
- Comfortable working with ambiguous or evolving data environments
- Skilled at translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership
- Capable of independently developing models while collaborating with cross-functional teams
The Data Scientist will support initiatives such as:
- Workforce forecasting and attrition modeling
- Predictive hiring and staffing analytics
- AI-driven workforce insights and scenario modeling
- Advanced statistical analysis supporting HR strategy
This role directly supports NSF’s need to modernize workforce analytics and improve enterprise decision-making capabilities.
Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities
- Develop predictive models to forecast workforce trends, attrition, hiring needs, and capacity gaps
- Perform advanced statistical analysis to identify patterns, correlations, and workforce insights
- Design machine learning models to support HR analytics and decision-making
- Analyze large, complex datasets from multiple HR systems and data sources
- Collaborate with Data Analysts, BI Developers, and HR stakeholders to align models with business needs
- Translate analytical findings into executive-ready briefings, dashboards, and reports
- Validate model outputs and ensure accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility
- Support data quality initiatives by identifying anomalies and recommending remediation strategies
- Advise leadership on AI/ML applications, ethical considerations, and responsible AI use
- Document methodologies, assumptions, and model logic for transparency and reuse
- Enhance existing analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, OAS) with predictive capabilities
- Contribute to automation of analytics processes and reduction of manual reporting
Job Features
| Job Category | Data Analysis and Analytics |
| Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related field |
| Required Skills | 4–6 years of experience in data science, predictive analytics, or statistical modeling|Proficiency in: Python (pandas, scikit-learn, NumPy) or R | SQL for data extraction and manipulation |
| Technical Skills | Experience with data visualization tools: Power BI, Tableau, or similar | Strong understanding of: Data modeling, data governance, and data quality principles | Ability to communicate complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders |
| Desired Skills | Experience supporting Federal agencies, particularly HR or human capital analytics | Familiarity with: Oracle Analytics Server (OAS), Workforce analytics platforms or HR systems (e.g., SuccessFactors, Workday)| Experience with: AI/ML model deployment and MLOps practices, Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Databricks, Snowflake) | Knowledge of: OPM HRStat framework and federal workforce reporting requirements| Experience with: Natural Language Processing (NLP) for survey or sentiment analysis | Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) preferred | Certifications (preferred but not required): Certified Data Scientist (DASCA, Microsoft, AWS, etc.) |
| Sustainability Requirements | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Moderate Risk) clearance | Must comply with: Federal data privacy and security requirements (FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP) |
Ascension LLC is seeking a SharePoint / Power Platform Developer (Application Developer II) to support the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO), in coordination with the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO).
This role is critical to advancing NSF’s mission by modernizing and automating human capital systems, workflows, and analytics platforms. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and deploy scalable SharePoint Online and Microsoft Power Platform solutions that reduce manual processes, enhance data accessibility, and improve enterprise decision-making.
This position is ideal for a developer who thrives in a mission-driven federal environment and wants to directly impact workforce analytics, HR technology modernization, and digital transformation initiatives.
Position Summary
The SharePoint / Power Platform Developer will support NSF OCHCO’s enterprise HR technology ecosystem by developing and configuring modern, low-code/no-code solutions using SharePoint Online, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.
The role focuses on enabling workflow automation, knowledge management, self-service analytics, and system integration across HR platforms such as SAP SuccessFactors and ServiceNow.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, self-driven technologist who can operate in a dynamic federal environment, anticipate challenges, and deliver scalable solutions that improve operational efficiency and user experience. This individual must be comfortable translating business requirements into technical solutions and working collaboratively with stakeholders across HR, IT, and leadership teams.
The candidate will directly support NSF’s objectives to:
- Reduce manual reporting and administrative burden
- Improve data quality and governance
- Enable role-based, self-service analytics
- Modernize HR technology systems and workflows
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Design and develop SharePoint Online solutions, including sites, lists, libraries, and workflows
- Develop and deploy Power Apps applications to support HR processes and data collection
- Build and maintain Power Automate workflows to streamline business processes and reduce manual effort
- Develop Power BI dashboards and reports to support workforce analytics and executive decision-making
- Integrate SharePoint and Power Platform solutions with ServiceNow, SAP SuccessFactors, and other enterprise systems
- Translate business requirements into technical designs, user stories, and solution architectures
- Configure role-based access controls and permissions aligned with federal security standards
- Support knowledge management systems and digital workplace solutions
- Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks
- Conduct system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and deployment activities
- Develop technical documentation, SOPs, and user guides
- Collaborate with stakeholders across OCHCO and OCIO to align solutions with mission needs
- Ensure compliance with FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and Section 508 accessibility standards
- Support continuous improvement and agile development cycles
Job Features
| Job Category | Software Development |
| Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field |
| Required Skills | 5–7 years of experience in SharePoint and Microsoft Power Platform development | Knowledge of data governance, data modeling, and enterprise reporting | Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills |
| Technical Skills | Demonstrated experience with: SharePoint Online (site development, lists, workflows)| Power Apps (Canvas and Model-Driven Apps), Power Automate (workflow automation), Power BI (dashboard and report development), Experience integrating systems (e.g., SharePoint, ServiceNow, HRIS platforms) | Experience working in federal or regulated environments| |
| Desired Skills | Microsoft Certifications (PL-100, PL-200, PL-400, or equivalent) | Experience with ServiceNow (HRSD, ITSM, App Engine) | Experience with SAP SuccessFactors or HR systems integration | Familiarity with Databricks, Snowflake, or modern data architectures | Experience with AI Builder or low-code automation tools | Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies | Experience supporting human capital analytics or workforce systems | PMP, Agile, or ITIL certification preferred |
| Sustainability Requirements | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Moderate Risk) | Must comply with federal background investigation requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking a Cybersecurity & Compliance Analyst (Information Security Analyst I) to support the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO), in coordination with the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO).
This role is critical to ensuring that NSF’s human capital systems, analytics platforms, and HR technology ecosystem operate in full compliance with federal cybersecurity and data privacy standards, including FISMA, FedRAMP, and NIST 800-53.
The ideal candidate is an early-career cybersecurity professional who is passionate about protecting federal data, supporting compliance frameworks, and enabling secure digital transformation across enterprise HR systems and analytics platforms. This role directly supports NSF’s mission to modernize human capital analytics while safeguarding sensitive workforce data and systems.
Position Summary
The Cybersecurity & Compliance Analyst will support NSF OCHCO’s mission to modernize human capital analytics and HR technology by ensuring all systems, data, and processes meet federal security, privacy, and compliance requirements.
The ideal candidate is:
- Detail-oriented and analytical, with strong documentation and assessment skills
- Self-driven and capable of working in a dynamic, evolving federal environment
- Proactive in identifying risks, compliance gaps, and remediation strategies
- Able to support multiple systems, stakeholders, and compliance frameworks simultaneously
This role will focus on:
- Supporting security assessments, audits, and compliance documentation
- Monitoring adherence to FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and Section 508 requirements
- Assisting with continuous monitoring, vulnerability tracking, and reporting
- Ensuring secure handling of HR data, workforce analytics platforms, and enterprise systems
The candidate will help NSF reduce risk, strengthen governance, and maintain compliance across its HR technology and analytics ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities
- Conduct security control assessments aligned with NIST 800-53 and agency policies
- Support FISMA and FedRAMP compliance monitoring and reporting activities
- Review system security plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and audit documentation
- Track vulnerabilities, risks, and remediation efforts across HR systems and platforms
- Assist with continuous monitoring activities, including security metrics and dashboards
- Coordinate with OCIO and system owners to ensure compliance with IT security policies
- Document compliance artifacts, audit findings, and corrective action plans
- Support incident response documentation and reporting activities
- Evaluate access controls, identity management, and MFA implementation
- Perform data privacy reviews to ensure compliance with the Privacy Act and federal data policies
- Participate in security reviews for systems such as SAP SuccessFactors, ServiceNow, and analytics platforms
- Contribute to quarterly and annual security compliance assessments and reports
- Ensure Section 508 accessibility compliance for digital tools and reporting outputs
- Assist with security awareness and compliance training tracking
Job Features
| Job Category | Cybersecurity, Data Privacy |
| Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field |
| Required Skills | 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or compliance support | Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks: FISMA, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP |
| Technical Skills | Experience supporting: Security documentation (SSP, POA&M, ATO artifacts) | Risk assessments and compliance reviews | Familiarity with: Identity and Access Management (IAM) | Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) | Experience with Microsoft 365 environment (SharePoint, Teams, etc.) | Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills |
| Desired Skills | Experience supporting federal HR systems or enterprise IT environments | Familiarity with: SAP SuccessFactors, ServiceNow , Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate), Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and compliance dashboards | Knowledge of: NIST 800-171 (CUI) OMB A-130, Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. § 552a), Exposure to ATO processes or RMF lifecycle, Experience supporting audits or Inspector General reviews, Understanding of data governance and privacy controls in analytics environments| Certifications (Preferred but not required): CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), (Associate acceptable), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) |
| Sustainability Requirements | Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust (Moderate Risk), Must pass background investigation in accordance with federal requirements |
Ascension LLC is seeking a mid-level Automation Specialist / RPA Developer to support the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) in modernizing its human capital analytics and HR technology ecosystem.
This role is critical to advancing NSF’s mission by reducing manual reporting burden, automating HR workflows, and enabling scalable, data-driven decision-making across the enterprise.
The ideal candidate is a technically strong, analytically minded professional who thrives at the intersection of business process improvement, automation engineering, and data integration. They should be comfortable working in a federal environment with evolving requirements, and capable of translating operational challenges into efficient automation solutions.
Position Summary
The Automation Specialist / RPA Developer will design, develop, and implement intelligent automation solutions that streamline HR and enterprise workflows across NSF. This includes leveraging Robotic Process Automation (RPA), AI-driven workflows, and Microsoft Power Platform tools to reduce manual processes, improve data quality, and enhance reporting efficiency.
This role directly supports NSF OCHCO’s need to transition from manual, fragmented reporting processes to automated, scalable, and self-service analytics capabilities aligned with federal HR and IT modernization objectives.
The ideal candidate is:
- Detail-oriented and solution-driven
- Comfortable working in ambiguous, evolving environments
- Proactive in identifying automation opportunities
- Skilled in integrating systems and improving workflow efficiency
They will collaborate with stakeholders across HR, IT (OCIO), and program offices to ensure automation solutions align with security, compliance, and enterprise architecture standards.
Key Responsibilities / Day-to-Day Activities
- Analyze existing HR and business processes to identify automation opportunities
- Design and develop RPA solutions using tools such as UiPath, Power Automate, or similar platforms
- Implement AI-enabled workflows and automation scripts to reduce manual reporting and administrative burden
- Integrate automation solutions with enterprise systems (SAP SuccessFactors, ServiceNow, SharePoint, data platforms)
- Develop reusable automation components and scripts to support scalability across the organization
- Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to translate requirements into automation solutions
- Test and validate automation workflows to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance
- Monitor and maintain deployed bots and automation processes, resolving issues and optimizing performance
- Document automation designs, workflows, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Ensure compliance with federal IT security standards (FISMA, NIST, FedRAMP)
- Support continuous process improvement initiatives aligned with Agile and DevOps methodologies
Job Features
| Job Category | Technology & Digital Solutions |
| Minimum Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field |
| Required Skills | 3–5 years of experience in RPA, workflow automation, or software development | Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills |
| Technical Skills | Hands-on experience with one or more RPA tools: UiPath , Power Automate, Automation Anywhere (preferred but not required), Experience integrating automation with enterprise systems (HRIS, SharePoint, ServiceNow, APIs) | Proficiency in scripting or programming (Python, C#, JavaScript, or similar) | Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps) | Understanding of data handling, APIs, and system integrations | Familiarity with Agile development methodologies |
| Desired Skills | Experience supporting federal agencies or regulated environments | Knowledge of AI/ML integration within automation workflows | Familiarity with HR systems such as SAP SuccessFactors | Experience with data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau) | Understanding of data governance and data quality frameworks Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or FedRAMP environments) | Relevant certifications: UiPath Certified Developer| Microsoft Power Platform certifications| Certified RPA Developer or equivalent| |
| Sustainability Requirements | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Moderate Risk) clearance | Must comply with federal security and data privacy requirements (FISMA, NIST 800-53) |