Program Consultant

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse's federal team seeks a Program Consultant to support contract management system enhancements for a legislative branch client in Washington, DC. You will coordinate projects, support Agile delivery, and contribute to governance activities across multiple workstreams.

The role requires collaboration with stakeholders, developers, and vendors, tracking schedules and metrics, and ensuring clear, professional documentation. Eligibility for a federal Public Trust is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in project coordination, project management, business analysis, consulting, or related IT-related program support.
• Experience working on Agile IT projects, with familiarity with Scrum practices, backlog management, user stories, and iterative development.
• Experience using Jira or similar project tracking tools to manage tasks, user stories, issues, and project status.

Responsibilities

• Track project schedules, backlogs, releases, risks, issues, dependencies, and key delivery metrics across multiple acquisition system workstreams.
• Prepare bi-weekly status reports and meeting materials that clearly communicate progress, upcoming activities, metrics, risks, and issues.
• Support user acceptance testing and coordinate with client stakeholders, development teams, and vendors to track issues, follow up on action items, and identify potential delivery impediments.
• Support Agile project activities, including stand-ups, sprint and backlog planning, retrospectives, and maintenance of user stories and tasks in Jira.
• Monitor client Acquisition Helpdesk activities and trends and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes, workflows, response times, and automation.

Skills

Agile projects

Jira

Communication

Analytical

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Family:Project & Change ManagementTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will DoGuidehouse’s federal team helps a legislative branch client monitor and improve its contract management systems and processes. As a Program Consultant on this engagement, you will support project coordination, Agile delivery, and governance activities. Key responsibilities include:Track project schedules, backlogs, releases, risks, issues, dependencies, and key delivery metrics across multiple acquisition system workstreams.Prepare bi-weekly status reports and meeting materials that clearly communicate progress, upcoming activities, metrics, risks, and issues.Support user acceptance testing and coordinate with client stakeholders, development teams, and vendors to track issues, follow up on action items, and identify potential delivery impediments.Support Agile project activities, including stand-ups, sprint and backlog planning, retrospectives, and maintenance of user stories and tasks in Jira.Monitor client Acquisition Helpdesk activities and trends and assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes, workflows, response times, and automation.Collaborating closely with federal client stakeholders (contracts and grants leadership, product owners, IT developers, and end users) to support business analysis and ensure transparent communication across all teams.What You Will NeedU.S. Citizenship or permanent resident (Green Card) status and ability to obtain and maintain a federal Public Trust. (Candidates with an active Public Trust or federalsecurity clearance are preferred.)Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.3+ years of relevant professional experience in project coordination, project management, business analysis, consulting, or related IT-related program support.Experience working (in any capacity) on Agile IT projects, with familiarity with Scrum practices, backlog management, user stories, and iterative development.Experience using Jira or similar project tracking tools to manage tasks, user stories, issues, and project status.Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to track multiple activities and produce clear, professional project documentation.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.What Would Be Nice To HaveCSM, CAPM, SAFe, or other Agile/project management certification.Experience supporting federal acquisition, procurement, grants management, or related IT programs.Experience supporting user acceptance testing, requirements development, or backlog refinement.Experience with business Helpdesk/service improvement or projects involving multiple technology teams or vendors.Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, Jira dashboards, or similar reporting and visualization tools.The annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$108,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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