Consultant

Public-Consulting-Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 66,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Consulting Group, a leading public sector solutions firm, is seeking a Maryland-based Consultant to guide state and local education initiatives. You will serve as a trusted advisor, align solutions with client priorities, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver strategic outcomes across Maryland.

The role emphasizes growth, client retention, and the ability to travel up to 50%. Strong communication, writing and problem-solving skills are essential to succeed in this consultancy role.

Qualifications

• Based in Maryland with up to 50% travel.
• 4+ years of related experience in education, healthcare, or consulting.
• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead account and client management efforts to cultivate relationships and drive retention.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver multiple client engagements on time.
• Develop statewide growth strategies for Maryland to expand PCG's presence.
• Provide expert guidance and problem-solving to support education initiatives.
• Present information clearly to project leadership, colleagues, and clients.

Skills

Account management

Client relationships

Project management

Communication skills

Writing/reporting

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

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 www.publicconsultinggroup.com .The Consultant will serve as a trusted advisor to state and local education agency partners, applying a consultative approach to understand client priorities, assess complex challenges, and develop strategic solutions that improve educational outcomes. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with stakeholders to provide expert guidance, facilitate problem-solving, and support the development and execution of state and local initiatives that advance teaching and learning across Maryland.In addition, the Consultant will focus on growth and retention, ensuring that client relationships are nurtured and maintained for long-term success. The Consultant will partner with regional leadership and support state education agencies and school district clients in their efforts related to special education, strategic planning, data management and use. While a remote role, it is expected that the successful candidate will reside in Maryland and be able to travel as needed to meet with and support PCG teams.Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeads account and client management efforts by cultivating relationships, aligning solutions with client objectives, driving client retention, and advancing opportunities for continued partnership and growth.Demonstrates strong project management skills, effectively leading multiple client engagements, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines and deliverables, and ensuring successful project outcomes that align with client goals.Develops and maintains a statewide growth strategy for Maryland, aligning client needs, market opportunities, and organizational priorities to expand PCG’s presence, strengthen partnerships, and increase impact across the education sector.Creative problem-solving ability and a consultancy mindset.Ability to keenly listen to client needs and align to PCG’s products and services.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from project leadership, colleagues, and clients.Actively recognize areas for improvement, as well as promote and execute collaborative solutions.Commitment to exceptional client service and confidently lead with credibility.Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosityExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with customers, business teams, and technical colleaguesDedication to accomplishing goals and challenges presented by clients and managementAbility to move multiple engagements forward while working at a detailed level.Ability to interact with various levels of internal and external staffAbility to recognize issues and identify solutionsSolid organization and time management skills, as well as research and project management capabilitiesExcellent writing skills, including ability to compose reports, business correspondence and procedures.Sound judgment in completing tasks and in seeking guidance when needed from team members.Demonstrated expertise in MS Office software.Strong research and project management capabilities.Required ExperienceMust be based in MarylandBachelor's degree required, master’s degree a plus.4 + years of related experience in education, healthcare, or consulting.Working ConditionsRemote Office SettingMust be based in MarylandUp to 50% travel requiredThe 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.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 a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave.Range: $66,000 - $100,000#LI-AH1#LI-remotePCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.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.