State and Local Government Manager - Workforce System Transformation - Sacramento, CA

Guidehouse•Sacramento, CA

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

Guidehouse is seeking a Manager to join our State and Local Government (SLG) practice, specializing in workforce development modernization. In this role, you will lead client engagements focused on labor exchange systems, workforce case management transformation, and service delivery improvement for state workforce agencies. Managers serve as senior delivery leaders and trusted advisors — owning workstreams, managing junior staff, and driving strategy with state agency clients to modernize legacy systems, improve outcomes for job seekers and employers, and implement federal and state workforce programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 5+ (FIVE) years experience in consulting, public sector operations, or workforce program delivery
Deep understanding of WIOA Title I and Wagner-Peyser program administration, performance accountability, and reporting requirements
Direct experience with state workforce agencies or labor exchange modernization programs
Strong understanding of federal workforce legislation and state program administration
Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead project teams in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with American Job Center operations, one-stop delivery systems, and partner co-enrollment strategies
Knowledge of labor market information (LMI) tools and how state agencies use workforce data for planning and policy decisions
Understanding of employer engagement strategies, job seeker services, and case management workflows
Experience supporting or advising on workforce system governance, state plan development, or federal compliance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting or advising on workforce system governance, state plan development, or federal compliance
Master's degree (MPA, MBA, MS, or related field)
Experience with workforce technology platforms such as case management systems or labor exchange platforms
Familiarity with Salesforce-based workforce solutions or AI-driven job matching tools
Prior experience contributing to proposal development, competitive bids, or RFP responses for state government clients

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of workforce development modernization engagements for state labor and workforce agencies
Serve as a subject matter expert on labor exchange systems, workforce case management, and American Job Center operations
Develop and present strategic recommendations, modernization roadmaps, and business cases to state agency leadership
Manage project teams, timelines, budgets, and quality of deliverables
Support business development including proposals, client pursuits, and go-to-market strategy for the workforce practice
Build and maintain relationships with state agency clients and industry partners
Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing, methodology development, and practice growth efforts

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
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