Strategy and Transformation Senior Consultant

Guidehouse; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Job summary

A consulting firm is looking for a Strategy and Transformation Senior Consultant in Chicago, IL. The ideal candidate will facilitate collaboration among federal, state, local, and industry stakeholders during emergencies, utilize GIS for analyzing economic impacts, and maintain a Federal Trust clearance. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and six years of experience in disaster management. A competitive salary ranging from $89,000 to $148,000 is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD 'PUBLIC TRUST'.
• 6 years of experience in emergency disaster management.
• Familiarity with National Response and Recovery frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain, business impacts using GIS.
• Develop collaborative actions with impacted local economies.
• Facilitate inclusion of stakeholders in emergency planning.

Skills

Geographic Information System (GIS) services

Experience with FEMA or DHS

Public affairs and community affairs

Strong written and oral communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

What You Will Do

As a Strategy and Transformation Senior Consultant, you will facilitate relationship-building between federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments and key business and industry stakeholders within a FEMA region to encourage collaboration and mutual support between all parties. During an emergency declaration, you will be responsible for facilitating information-sharing among key business and industry stakeholders on the status of major businesses and local utilities to distribute operational information and identify resolutions to support economic resilience during emergency management operations.

Job Family

Strategy & Transformation Consulting

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

Duties Will Include

• Utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) services such as ArcGIS to analyze and present supply chain, business, and economic impacts, trends, and predictions
• Developing and implementing collaborative actions with business and industry stakeholders and local economies impacted by a disaster
• Facilitating the inclusion of business and industry partners in regional emergency management planning, training, and exercise activities
• Serving as a conduit of communication and coordination between federal government and local or regional business and industry entities
• Engaging and integrating with regional-level business and industry partners to understand context, capability and capacity of business and industry to ensure alignment
• Assessing, building, and improving upon existing regional federal emergency management, business, and industry integration processes
• Contributing to the development and expansion of federal business and industry coordination roles across the nation
• Documenting best practices to support the development of standard operating procedures
• Understanding of national supply chain dynamics resulting from disasters

What You Will Need

• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Bachelor's degree
• SIX (6) years of experience in/or applicable to the emergency disaster management field
• Experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) services such as ArcGIS to analyze and present supply chain, business, and economic impacts, trends, and predictions
• Direct experience or familiarity with FEMA or DHS
• Familiarity with the National Response and Recovery Framework (NRF) and (NDRF) respectively.
• Work on-site at the FEMA Region 5 office (Chicago, IL) 5 days/week.

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred
• Familiarity with how private sector and industry integrates with the federal government.
• Experience with public affairs, community affairs, and strategic communications
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications

The annual salary range for this position is $89,000.00-$148,000.00. 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 Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• 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

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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