State and Local Government - Managing Consultant

Job Family:

Travel Required:

Clearance Required:

What You Will Do:

• The State and Local Government practice provides individuals the opportunity to serve clients in the areas of business design, organizational strategy, program strategy and implementation of large programs, market analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, process improvement, change management, technology strategy and transformation, compliance monitoring, program management, and reporting
• The application of this skill set within state and local governments is delivering compelling, high impact solutions to our clients' toughest business and technology problems
• We translate strategy into action

What You Will Need:

• Bachelors with a MINIMUM of FIVE (5) years of public sector experience, preferably within State and Local or 5 years management consulting experience in the public sector OR Master's degree and a MINIMUM of (3) years of management consulting experience (preferably for public sector entities) in a project manager or lead position. Years of experience can be substituted for a formal degree
• Ability to travel within SC and at times outside the state
• Must currently reside in the Columbia, SC region and have familiarity with and / or network with SC Government practices
• This role is a hybrid role which could require you to go into the closest Guidehouse Office and / or Client Site as needed or on occasion 

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• MBA, MPA or other master’s degree in public policy, Government, Political/Social Science, Information Systems, Operational Research, Management, International Development, Economics, Urban Science and/or related fields.
• Strong numerical reasoning and quantitative skills, particularly building complex Excel models.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and/or a proven record of success with key facets of state and local government, including economic development, education, sustainability, transportation, and/or administration
• Former management or technology consulting is highly preferred

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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

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