Business Analyst (Junior Consultant) - Child & Family Services

Public Consulting Group

1d•Remote

About The Position

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 Human Services team helps state and municipal human services and economic development agencies keep their promises—responsibly and sustainably—to the children, adults, and families they serve. Join us and use your professional skills to build stronger communities and better serve populations in need by making meaningful and lasting changes in government organizations. Services: Program Consulting Finance Consulting and Billing Services Applied Technology Outsourcing and Operations Strategy Project and Grants Management Assessments and Feasibility Studies Duties and Responsibilities Assists PCG Human Services team members and staff in completing various tasks and projects primarily related to PCG’s Child and Family Services initiatives Collects and enters project related data. Conducts data analysis using Excel, PowerBI and/or other data analysis tools. Researches complex topics using a range of sources related to current human services policies and practices Provides administrative support for various projects Analyzes and interprets federal and state laws and regulations Understands program requirements for federal and state programs Participates in both internal and client discussions Participates on proposal writing teams, including writing and coordinating submissions. Assists with preparation of other written reports, major deliverables, and other materials for clients. Other responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal, organizational, research, presentation, time management, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills.
A detail-oriented problem solving approach to business and technical issues.
Flexibility and willingness to embrace change.
Self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity.
Enthusiasm for life-long learning and staying well-informed about current industry issues.
A commitment to deliver exceptional client service.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to review IT systems and analyze policy and legislation.
Ability to work both in a team situation and autonomously.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, in particular Access, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required
1-3 years of relevant work experience in consulting, IT or other relevant field.

Nice To Haves

Preference given to candidates with experience in Medicaid or Title IV-E policy or operations.

Responsibilities

Assists PCG Human Services team members and staff in completing various tasks and projects primarily related to PCG’s Child and Family Services initiatives
Collects and enters project related data.
Conducts data analysis using Excel, PowerBI and/or other data analysis tools.
Researches complex topics using a range of sources related to current human services policies and practices
Provides administrative support for various projects
Analyzes and interprets federal and state laws and regulations
Understands program requirements for federal and state programs
Participates in both internal and client discussions
Participates on proposal writing teams, including writing and coordinating submissions.
Assists with preparation of other written reports, major deliverables, and other materials for clients.
Other responsibilities as necessary.