Job Family:Management Consulting
Travel Required:Up to 50%
Clearance Required:None
As a Consultant on our State and Local Government team in Seattle, you will support public sector clients by conducting analysis, developing recommendations, and helping implement improvements. You will work closely with project leaders and client stakeholders to gather information, synthesize insights, and produce clear, client-ready deliverables. This is a role for an analytical and strategic problem solver who is excited to be part of building a high growth West Coast team and working in person and virtually with colleagues and clients.
What you will do:- Serve as a core team member on consulting projects from project initiation through analysis, solution development, implementation, and closeout.
- Quality assurance of project deliverables and artifacts measured against documented industry standards and expectations
- Gather and synthesize information through interviews, focus groups, surveys, document review, and dataset review.
- Apply critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills to identify issues, develop insights, and support client decision-making.
- Develop well-structured client deliverables such as findings and recommendation summaries, strategic plans, process flows, and status updates.
- Support planning and facilitation of client working sessions and day-to-day operational meetings.
- Translate complex information into clear written narratives and visually effective PowerPoint materials.
- Build and sustain productive relationships with clients and colleagues and contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture.
- Support internal initiatives and business development efforts such as research, proposal development, and reusable asset creation.
What You Will Need- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- 1+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting, public sector, analytics, or a related role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to develop accurate, well-organized written deliverables and presentations
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work in a dynamic environment
- Must currently reside or relocate to within 50 miles of Seattle, Tacoma or Olympia, WA and be available to work in person from the client sites.
- Ability to travel throughout the West Coast and, on occasion, outside the state based on client needs
- No sponsorship is available for this position
What would be nice to have:- Experience supporting state or local government clients
- Experience with business process improvement, stakeholder engagement, change management, or program management
- Experience performing data analysis and using findings to recommend and implement improvements
- Understanding and experience with fundamental financial analysis concepts
- Interest in technology enabled transformation and experience supporting adoption or implementation efforts
- Experience implementing technology systems; examples include Salesforce, ServiceNow and Workday
The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
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
