Job Description

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 . Collaborating with our Technology Consulting team, you will help organizations streamline operations and achieve strategic goals to serve the public better. We provide the full spectrum of technology consulting services to help state and local agencies meet operational and program needs that enhance the lives of their user base. Services: + Strategy, Architecture, Planning, and Procurement + Business Enablement + Business Solutions + Project Assurance The Consultant/Project Manager will provide Project Management Services and expert analysis including risk and recommendation strategies to PCG clients. The Consultant will work with a project team to provide overall leadership, and the development of deliverables and work product required by the client in the role. These deliverables and work products will be completed in accordance with PCG (or client's) overall strategy, approach, and methodology. Key activities include: **​** - Provide project management and technical expertise on large-scale IT projects - Develop required deliverables, status reports and other work products - Plan and oversee all project work and develop/manage any potential organizational change management strategies or processes that might be needed - Support the goals and outcomes of the project stakeholders - Develop, manage, and update Project Plans and other project documents (e.g., Communication Plan, Risk Plan, Stakeholder Register, Resource Plan) as required or needed - Develop, manage, and update the execution of the Project Schedule to ensure project scope and applicable milestones are met - Provide management oversight of project budget - Identify, track, and manage project risks; including coordination for risk mitigation - Identify, track, and manage project issues; including coordination for issue resolution - Establish a response and track the response to project recommendations (e.g., Quality Assurance (QA) vendor recommendations) - Provide ongoing communication (e.g., email, meetings) to provide project status - Collaborate with the project's Communication Manager to enhance communication efforts - Review project and related operational processes and provide input for improvement by implementing relevant lean or agile strategies - Conduct Agile Project Management and Organizational Change Management workshops **The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.** **Qualifications:** + 7 + years of broad, extensive, and increasingly responsible PM project experience applying project management (PM) principles, methods, techniques, and tools. At least four (4) years of that experience must be in a lead capacity + Must reside in/around greater Sacramento area + Possession of a bachelor's degree + PMP Certification + Public Sector (Government Dept or Agency) Experience + Must reside in California + Demonstrated ability to work directly with diverse business and technical team members in a strong - Ability to understand both the service delivery system for programs which are administered by states and monitored by federal regulators. - Ability to understand and be an expert in complex federal regulations and requirements. - Strong Microsoft Office applications skills, especially data analytics (i.e. ACCESS, SQL, SPSS) - Ability to use sound judgment in completing tasks and to seek guidance when needed. - Attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets with accurate results. - Ability to move projects forward within a specific timeline and budget while working at a detailed level. - Commitment to exceptional client service. - Creative problem-solving ability and a consultancy mindset. - Dedication to accomplishing goals and challenges presented by clients and management. - Ability to interact with various levels of management and with clients. - Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity. - Enthusiasm for life-long learning and staying well-informed about current business issues. - Able to follow, critically evaluate, and improve upon current processes. - Excellent business writing skills and ability to make presentations to various audiences. - Ability to recognize issues and identify solutions. This position is hybrid with regular travel/onsite requirements. PCG is a remote-friendly organization and is committed to creating a culture where remote work remains a vital part of the company's success. To be successful in a remote work role at PCG, you must: + be available during your set working hours + have a safe, private, and distraction-free environment in which to complete your work, and + be able to give your full attention to the completion of your PCG job duties Some travel to the office or elsewhere may be required for team meetings, client meetings, etc. We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until filled. As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role: $100,000-125,000. \#LI-AH1 **Compensation:** Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role below. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave **EEO Statement:** Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work. Public Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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