Sr Managing Edu Advisor

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com.

Our Education team offers consulting services and technology solutions to help schools, school districts, and state education agencies/ministries of education promote student success, improve programs and processes, and optimize financial resources. We work with clients to ensure all students have what they need to succeed.

Services:

• Teaching

• Learning Solutions

• Data Systems

• IT Solutions

• Financial Solutions

• Equity in Education

• Equitable Education

• Recovery Services

PCG is seeking a highly experienced former state education leader to join them as Manager, Strategic Partnerships. Managers in their Education practice develop relationships, solutions, and teams that positively impact education. As a member of the Education Practice senior leadership group, the Manager, Strategic Partnerships will develop and execute a national growth strategy for broadening PCG’s state-level footprint in the education sector.
The Manager, Strategic Partnerships will leverage their deep knowledge of education policy, state agency operations, and stakeholder networks to effectively represent PCG’s consulting services. Their primary focus will be to build and maintain strategic relationships with senior decision makers across state education agencies, positioning PCG as a trusted partner for transformative education solutions.

The ideal candidate is a highly respected former education executive with a reputation for thoughtful leadership, collaborative style, and professional integrity. This role is best suited for someone strategic, well-networked, and seen by peers as a connector and trusted advisor. The successful candidate will be able to navigate complex environments and build relationships across a diverse landscape of stakeholders.

In terms of professional qualifications, we are seeking a seasoned, successful executive who brings extensive leadership experience and a successful track record in K-12 public education. The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

·        Former senior leader in state education agency (e.g., State Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, Director of Education Policy).

·        National visibility and a strong professional network across multiple states.

·        Extensive knowledge of state education systems, policy frameworks, and funding mechanisms.

·        Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in education, business/public administration, or related field strongly preferred.

The preferred candidate will have a strong grounding in K-12 education with proven results in terms of growth, impact, and reputation. The candidate’s experience must demonstrate an ability to cultivate and leverage client relationships across the United States. 

Compensation:

Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.  As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave.

PCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.