State and Local Government - Workforce Transformation Senior Consultant

Job Family:Management ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 25%Clearance Required:NoneWhat You Will Do:Guidehouse is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our State and Local Government (SLG) practice. In this role you will partner with public and private sector clients to design and implement people‑centered strategies that align HR and workforce capabilities with organizational mission, strategic objectives, and future operating models. This role blends strategy, analytics, stakeholder engagement and implementation planning to help clients modernize how work gets done and how talent is attracted, developed, and retained.Key Responsibilities include:Apply working knowledge of the end‑to‑end HR lifecycle including workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, learning, compensation and benefits and off boarding—to inform client recommendations and solution designTranslate HR and workforce operational and strategic needs into clear usable deliverables such as process maps, SOPs, governance models, templates, and toolkits that improve consistency, compliance and adoptionPartner with HR and business leaders to define roles, responsibilities and decision governance including decision rights, escalation paths and approval workflows for HR programs and processesConduct quantitative and qualitative analyses including workforce supply/demand modeling, skillset assessments, gap analysis, KPI development and scenario planning to inform executive decision‑makingContribute expertise to HR and workforce transformation initiatives such as job architecture and job family design, job description modernization, classification alignment, career paths, leveling frameworks and competency modelsSupport the design and rollout of workforce programs by developing change‑ready materials including manager guides, FAQs, draft training content, and communications to enable adoption and sustainmentProduce executive‑ready summaries and presentations that connect HR recommendations to business outcomes such as risk mitigation, service quality, operational efficiency, and talent effectivenessFacilitate client workshops and working sessions with HR staff and business stakeholders to validate findings, co‑design solutions and align implementation approachesDemonstrate professional integrity and adherence to client and firm policies maintaining high standards of confidentiality and judgment when handling sensitive HR informationMentor junior team members and contribute to internal capability building, proposal development, and thought leadership related to workforce and HR transformationWhat you will need:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited universityMinimum of 3+ (THREE) years experience in management consulting or human capital consultingWorking knowledge of core HR operations and policiesAbility to apply practical HR context to consulting deliverables and recommendationsUnderstanding of HR program and process design principles, including standardization, governance, service delivery models, and stakeholder experienceStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative inputs into clear insights for senior leadersProven ability to collaborate across teams, manage workstreams and engage HR and business stakeholders at multiple levelsWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Experience supporting one or more HR domains, such as strategic workforce planning, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Learning and Development, Job Architecture and CompensationFamiliarity with HRIS Platforms, Workforce Analytics Tools and Data Visualization SolutionsRelevant certifications (SHRM, HRCI, PMP)Experience supporting large‑scale transformation or modernization initiativesThe 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 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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