State and Local Government - Consultant
About The Position
Guidehouse is seeking a Consultant to join our State and Local Government (SLG) practice. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact public sector engagements that improve operations, enable modernization, and support transformational outcomes for state and local agencies. As a Consultant, you will work alongside experienced professionals to deliver client services related to organizational effectiveness, digital transformation, policy implementation, and operational improvement. You will engage in research, analysis, documentation, and client-facing activities as part of a collaborative delivery team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of prior relevant consulting experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Curiosity about public sector transformation and a desire to make a tangible impact through consulting work.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or work experience in public sector consulting, state/local government, or civic technology.
- Familiarity with project management tools, process improvement techniques, or data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).
- Interest in public policy, operational improvement, or digital modernization topics.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research, stakeholder interviews, and data analysis to inform recommendations for clients.
- Assist in the development of client deliverables including reports, presentations, dashboards, and process documentation.
- Support the facilitation of workshops, work sessions, or training activities with client teams.
- Help analyze and document business processes, policy impacts, or system-related needs.
- Contribute to project management support such as timeline tracking, task coordination, and meeting preparation.
- Participate in the development of proposals and internal capability-building efforts.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
