Impact-Focused Senior Consultant, Nonprofit & Public Sector

Baker Tilly International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly is seeking a Senior Consultant for the Nonprofit and Public Sector Advisory practice in Chicago, IL. You will lead organizational design and staffing studies, conduct performance audits, and help clients improve governance and processes.

The role requires collaboration, critical thinking, and strong communication as you guide local governments, non-profits, and educational institutions toward strategic improvements. Travel up to 30% to client sites and conferences may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Masters in Public Administration strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of related consulting, government, non-profit or public sector experience.
• Familiarity with human resources operations of local governments or non-profits preferred.
• Ability to take direction, learn quickly, and work collaboratively to meet project objectives.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, proven ability to prioritize while handling multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in interviews, reviewing documents, and preparing client deliverables such as findings, org charts, process maps, and reports.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends in staffing, culture, and performance.
• Conduct peer benchmarking, data analysis, and best practice research to develop actionable recommendations.
• Work with clients and team members to understand current practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and evaluate risks.
• Travel to client locations to work onsite and attend industry conferences as needed.

Skills

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Emotional Intelligence

Executive Presence

Growth Mindset

Intellectual Curiosity

Results Focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in Public Administration or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Baker Tilly is seeking a Senior Consultant for the Nonprofit and Public Sector Advisory practice in Chicago, IL. You will lead organizational design and staffing studies, conduct performance audits, and help clients improve governance and processes.

The role requires collaboration, critical thinking, and strong communication as you guide local governments, non-profits, and educational institutions toward strategic improvements. Travel up to 30% to client sites and conferences may be needed.