Atlanta, USA
23 days ago
Director and Associate Director - Management Consulting - State & Local Government

Job Family:

Management Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do: 

The Management Consulting Associate Director and Director in Guidehouse's State and Local Government Practice leads delivery teams on high impact State & Local Government client engagements and drives business development activities.Key activities include:Establishing approaches to gather information from clients regarding client structure, process, technology and cultureFacilitating meetings with client stakeholders to gather informationManaging quality control for project deliverables and work product consistent with Guidehouse quality requirementsLeverage Guidehouse frameworks and other leading practices identify and implement program improvements for clientsEffectively leveraging project resources to accomplish tasks while providing regular feedback and coachingDriving business development activities including RFP responses, proposal development, and peak account planning

What You Will Need: 

Critical thinking to solve problems and develop innovative solutions to client's management and operational challenges.Proven abilities as a team leader: supervising teams to create an atmosphere of trust; seeking diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation; participating in various staff recruitment and retention activities; and coaching staff including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback.Ability to 'quick start' account plan and target new business opportunities that support relevant practice development goals and objectives.A Director in Guidehouse’s State and Local Government practice must possess the following:7+ years for Associate Director and 10+ years minimum of experience for the Director in management consulting with at least 5 years in State & Local Government or related field within the State and Local Government sectorBachelor's Degree from an accredited college/universityProficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExperience managing projects and junior & mid-level staffMust be able to travel throughout the state of Georgia and the Southeast region and on occasion outside the state of Georgia

What Would Be Nice To Have: 

Master's Degree - MPP or MPA (including MBA or equivalent)Experience managing challenging projects and serving clientsExperience facilitating meetings and public speaking with large groupsExperience with one more of the following areas: business process redesign, HR consulting, business case development, IT strategy and implementationManagement consulting skills such as project management, financial modeling, operational modeling, and stakeholder managementFamiliarity with State of Georgia government structures and processes

**This is a Pipeline Requisition for future Award.**


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 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.


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