250 Local Government jobs in the United States

General Information

Thank you for your interest in participating in the 2025 Local Government Case Competition hosted by the Allegheny County Department of Human Services! This year, the case challenge will be related to artificial intelligence (AI). You do not need to be deeply familiar with AI to participate.

This case competition brings together teams of graduate students to solve a human service-related challenge. This year, the competition will be held from Monday, September 22nd, to Saturday, September 27th. The competition will include two in-person events at the Human Services Building (1 Smithfield St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222)

• Monday, 9/22/25, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Kick-Off Event
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Upon submission of this completed form, you will be registered as a participant. You will meet your assigned team on the night of the kick-off.

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• Currently enrolled in a graduate-level program
• Able to be onsite at 9/22/25 and 9/27/25 events (Human Services Building, 1 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222)
• To be eligible for a cash prize, you must have a social-security number or an EIN

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Local Government & Community Coordinator, Lead

Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

Job ID:

Date Posted:Jul 2, 2025

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: Government Affairs

JOB DESCRIPTION

Lead Local Government & Community Coordinator

Salary Grade: G05

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$90,316 - $21,926 - 153,536

SUMMARY:

Builds trusting relationships with local government officials, appointed, staff, community leaders in order to inform and educate them on our company and industry issues to create positive outcomes for the Company and its communities. Builds an external broad base coalition of stakeholders and grassroots initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops, builds, and maintains relationships with local elected officials, appointed officials, and local government staff members

Attends evening city/county meetings; while educating, updating, and informing attendees on company and industry issues and topics

Provides talking points and white paper to elected officials and their staff

Meets one-on-one with elected officials and staff on a regular basis; invite them to events, activities, tours, PAC events, and training classes; assists them with constituent issues and local gov't projects related to the Company

Develops, builds, maintains, and expands relationships with political stakeholders and nonprofit associations engaged in politics and policy

Builds a broad base coalition and network with traditional and nontraditional allies

Assists Company groups and departments in navigating through road blocks caused by the political environment, community opposition, and local government barriers

Sets up meetings with external stakeholders and Company officials, to make sure the Company is talking to the appropriate person(s) in government

COMPETENCIES:

Utilizing/managing social media tools experience

Developing political communication messaging experience

Involvement in the political process or local government experience

Ability to understand and assimilate complex technical information

Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups

Ability to manage, plan, and organize several concurrent complex activities under severe time constraints

Ability to develop and execute strategies

Ability to understand and manage business situations

Ability to function in a regulated environment

Ability to manage conflict and competing interests

Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills

Advanced consulting skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor¿s degree in business, public administration or communication or a related field preferred, with seven or more years of related experience, including relevant utility experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

Economic development experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid drivers license and meet PNM driving requirements at all times. Must comply with all PNM driving safety policies and requirements, including training as necessary.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Strong public speaking skills; ability to develop and organize grassroots and community based initiatives

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Advanced negotiation skills and ability to gain concessions without damaging relationships

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret highly complex documents

Ability to write speeches and articles using original and innovative techniques

Ability to effectively give persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to various audiences

Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations

Ability to effectively listen and get clarification to respond to a wide-range of questions

Ability to write complex correspondence

Ability to respond effectively to highly sensitive inquiries or complaints

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software

Social media experience a plus

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to solve problems strategically by understanding the company's position, the political environment, and the stakeholders needs and craft a solution that doesn't negatively impact the company and the external relationships. Ability to simplify the company's technical message in a way that can be easily and quickly understood by an elected official and external stakeholder. Ability listen effectively and evaluate the concern and determine the real issue.

DECISION MAKING:

Has accountability and authority to resolve community issues and concerns and responsibility to commit to specific functions and events that fall within strategy while operating within a specified budget. Develops and executes tactical procedures to achieve department goals. Manages time effectively between elected officials, community leaders, staff, and internal groups.

SCOPE AND IMPACT:

Manages multiple large communities within company operating and service territory with issues that influence state, local, and federal programs. Has the ability to impact positive outcomes for the company related to local governments, business and community organizations and improve trust and stakeholder relationships. Directly impacts revenues, sales, budget, and regulatory reviews. Resolutions, ordinances, legislation impacts costs, fees, permits, and Company image.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit up to 2/3 of the time and to stand, walk, and stoop up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision and ability to adjust focus is required. Manual dexterity is required. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Ability to attend networking events in evenings, mornings and weekends and attend meetings and events on short notice. Ability to notify elected officials on outages.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment.

Significant travel is required throughout the Company¿s metro and northern service territory.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Local Government & Community Coordinator

Salary Grade: G06

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$7 ,537 - 106,024 - 133,511

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, proactively builds, manages and maintains productive relationships with key communities, customers and stakeholders. Partners with key stakeholders to balance community and company interests to develop mutually beneficial solutions through political and issue based campaigns.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Builds positive relationships with key community stakeholders, including but not limited to: city council, mayor, chambers of commerce, economic development organizations, educational institutions, businesses, city and county managers, local media, advocacy groups, etc.

Coordinate campaign operations including, but not limited to, strategy, grassroots/grass top/field organizing, marketing, messaging and research/analysis.

Serves as central point of contact for community members to notify the company of pressing issues and problems

Expeditiously identifies internal and external stakeholder team required for issue resolution; escalates issues to necessary organizational level as necessary for quick resolution

Manages progress on problem resolution to completion and communicates with internal and external stakeholders throughout the process

Identifies trends and opportunities to proactively prevent and resolve problems in other communities and bring them to the attention of the department director

Participates in internal meetings/trainings to gain understanding of operational issues and projects and facilitates work in local communities

Identifies, understands and communicates pressing community issues and initiatives relevant to the company; develops and manages community advisory groups, town halls and other events as necessary

Identifies public-facing opportunities and events providing robust communication channels between the company and the community; ensures company visibility within the community through events, meeting participation, and other public information

In partnership with community relations, identifies strategic investment opportunities for local company contributions including events, non-profits and activities; helps promote local employee engagement on key community boards and civic organizations

Works with management to identify and communicate strategic opportunities to balance company and community interests and opportunities; identifies current gaps and future risks and recommends risk mitigation actions

Understands and communicates community situations to internal stakeholders and identifies community-specific tactics essential for achieving company objectives in the community; recommends key messages to help prepare company experts for their participation in community-facing events

Stays informed and current on company issues and proactively communicates these messages as appropriate

Creates and maintains a safety conscious work environment by leading and influencing others to follow safe work practices

COMPETENCIES:

Ability to formulate, implement and manage issue, marketing and/or political campaign strategies.

Project management experience

Strong strategic thinking skills

Ability to understand and assimilate complex technical information

Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups

Ability to manage, plan, and organize several concurrent complex activities under severe time constraints

Ability to function in a regulated environment

Ability to manage conflict and competing interests

QUALIFICATIONS;

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor degree in business, public administration or communication or a related field preferred, with five to seven years of related experience, including relevant utility experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid driver¿s license and meet PNM driving requirements at all times.

Must comply with all PNM driving safety policies and requirements, including training as necessary.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret highly complex document

Ability to write speeches and articles using original and innovative techniques

Ability to effectively give persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to various audiences

Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations

Ability to effectively listen and get clarification to respond to a wide-range of questions

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software

Social media experience a plus

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to apply creativity to problem solving and utilize analytic skills and modeling capabilities to provide ongoing insight into the business and to make recommendations and decisions. Ability to balance the needs and issues of multiple communities simultaneously and communicate to management effectively.

DECISION MAKING:

Has authority to resolve community issues and concerns and to commit to specific functions and events that fall within strategy while operating within a specified budget.

SCOPE AND IMPACT:

Manages multiple small communities within company operating and service territory with issues that are critical to the company and will likely have more frequent interactions with local elected officials. Has the ability to impact positive outcomes for the company related to local governments, business and community organizations and improve trust and stakeholder relationships.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit up to 2/3 of the time and to stand, walk, and stoop up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision and ability to adjust focus is required. Manual dexterity is required. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Must be able to attend networking events in evenings, mornings and weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment. Significant travel is required, possibly as much as three days each week.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement:

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at .

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: Government Affairs

JOB DESCRIPTION

Lead Local Government & Community Coordinator

Salary Grade: G05
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$90,316 - $21,926 - 153,536

SUMMARY:

Builds trusting relationships with local government officials, appointed, staff, community leaders in order to inform and educate them on our company and industry issues to create positive outcomes for the Company and its communities. Builds an external broad base coalition of stakeholders and grassroots initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops, builds, and maintains relationships with local elected officials, appointed officials, and local government staff members

Attends evening city/county meetings; while educating, updating, and informing attendees on company and industry issues and topics

Provides talking points and white paper to elected officials and their staff

Meets one-on-one with elected officials and staff on a regular basis; invite them to events, activities, tours, PAC events, and training classes; assists them with constituent issues and local gov't projects related to the Company

Develops, builds, maintains, and expands relationships with political stakeholders and nonprofit associations engaged in politics and policy

Builds a broad base coalition and network with traditional and nontraditional allies

Assists Company groups and departments in navigating through road blocks caused by the political environment, community opposition, and local government barriers

Sets up meetings with external stakeholders and Company officials, to make sure the Company is talking to the appropriate person(s) in government

COMPETENCIES:

Utilizing/managing social media tools experience

Developing political communication messaging experience

Involvement in the political process or local government experience

Ability to understand and assimilate complex technical information

Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups

Ability to manage, plan, and organize several concurrent complex activities under severe time constraints

Ability to develop and execute strategies

Ability to understand and manage business situations

Ability to function in a regulated environment

Ability to manage conflict and competing interests

Strong research, analytical and problem solving skills

Advanced consulting skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree in business, public administration or communication or a related field preferred, with seven or more years of related experience, including relevant utility experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

Economic development experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid drivers license and meet PNM driving requirements at all times. Must comply with all PNM driving safety policies and requirements, including training as necessary.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Strong public speaking skills; ability to develop and organize grassroots and community based initiatives

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Advanced negotiation skills and ability to gain concessions without damaging relationships

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret highly complex documents

Ability to write speeches and articles using original and innovative techniques

Ability to effectively give persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to various audiences

Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations

Ability to effectively listen and get clarification to respond to a wide-range of questions

Ability to write complex correspondence

Ability to respond effectively to highly sensitive inquiries or complaints

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software

Social media experience a plus

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to solve problems strategically by understanding the company's position, the political environment, and the stakeholders needs and craft a solution that doesn't negatively impact the company and the external relationships. Ability to simplify the company's technical message in a way that can be easily and quickly understood by an elected official and external stakeholder. Ability listen effectively and evaluate the concern and determine the real issue.

DECISION MAKING:

Has accountability and authority to resolve community issues and concerns and responsibility to commit to specific functions and events that fall within strategy while operating within a specified budget. Develops and executes tactical procedures to achieve department goals. Manages time effectively between elected officials, community leaders, staff, and internal groups.

SCOPE AND IMPACT:

Manages multiple large communities within company operating and service territory with issues that influence state, local, and federal programs. Has the ability to impact positive outcomes for the company related to local governments, business and community organizations and improve trust and stakeholder relationships. Directly impacts revenues, sales, budget, and regulatory reviews. Resolutions, ordinances, legislation impacts costs, fees, permits, and Company image.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit up to 2/3 of the time and to stand, walk, and stoop up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision and ability to adjust focus is required. Manual dexterity is required. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Ability to attend networking events in evenings, mornings and weekends and attend meetings and events on short notice. Ability to notify elected officials on outages.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment.

Significant travel is required throughout the Companys metro and northern service territory.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Local Government & Community Coordinator

Salary Grade: G06
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
78,537 - 106,024 - 133,511

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, proactively builds, manages and maintains productive relationships with key communities, customers and stakeholders. Partners with key stakeholders to balance community and company interests to develop mutually beneficial solutions through political and issue based campaigns.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Builds positive relationships with key community stakeholders, including but not limited to: city council, mayor, chambers of commerce, economic development organizations, educational institutions, businesses, city and county managers, local media, advocacy groups, etc.

Coordinate campaign operations including, but not limited to, strategy, grassroots/grass top/field organizing, marketing, messaging and research/analysis.

Serves as central point of contact for community members to notify the company of pressing issues and problems

Expeditiously identifies internal and external stakeholder team required for issue resolution; escalates issues to necessary organizational level as necessary for quick resolution

Manages progress on problem resolution to completion and communicates with internal and external stakeholders throughout the process

Identifies trends and opportunities to proactively prevent and resolve problems in other communities and bring them to the attention of the department director

Participates in internal meetings/trainings to gain understanding of operational issues and projects and facilitates work in local communities

Identifies, understands and communicates pressing community issues and initiatives relevant to the company; develops and manages community advisory groups, town halls and other events as necessary

Identifies public-facing opportunities and events providing robust communication channels between the company and the community; ensures company visibility within the community through events, meeting participation, and other public information

In partnership with community relations, identifies strategic investment opportunities for local company contributions including events, non-profits and activities; helps promote local employee engagement on key community boards and civic organizations

Works with management to identify and communicate strategic opportunities to balance company and community interests and opportunities; identifies current gaps and future risks and recommends risk mitigation actions

Understands and communicates community situations to internal stakeholders and identifies community-specific tactics essential for achieving company objectives in the community; recommends key messages to help prepare company experts for their participation in community-facing events

Stays informed and current on company issues and proactively communicates these messages as appropriate

Creates and maintains a safety conscious work environment by leading and influencing others to follow safe work practices

COMPETENCIES:

Ability to formulate, implement and manage issue, marketing and/or political campaign strategies.

Project management experience

Strong strategic thinking skills

Ability to understand and assimilate complex technical information

Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups

Ability to manage, plan, and organize several concurrent complex activities under severe time constraints

Ability to function in a regulated environment

Ability to manage conflict and competing interests

QUALIFICATIONS;

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor degree in business, public administration or communication or a related field preferred, with five to seven years of related experience, including relevant utility experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid drivers license and meet PNM driving requirements at all times.

Must comply with all PNM driving safety policies and requirements, including training as necessary.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret highly complex document

Ability to write speeches and articles using original and innovative techniques

Ability to effectively give persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to various audiences

Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations

Ability to effectively listen and get clarification to respond to a wide-range of questions

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software

Social media experience a plus

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to apply creativity to problem solving and utilize analytic skills and modeling capabilities to provide ongoing insight into the business and to make recommendations and decisions. Ability to balance the needs and issues of multiple communities simultaneously and communicate to management effectively.

DECISION MAKING:

Has authority to resolve community issues and concerns and to commit to specific functions and events that fall within strategy while operating within a specified budget.

SCOPE AND IMPACT:

Manages multiple small communities within company operating and service territory with issues that are critical to the company and will likely have more frequent interactions with local elected officials. Has the ability to impact positive outcomes for the company related to local governments, business and community organizations and improve trust and stakeholder relationships.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit up to 2/3 of the time and to stand, walk, and stoop up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision and ability to adjust focus is required. Manual dexterity is required. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Must be able to attend networking events in evenings, mornings and weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment. Significant travel is required, possibly as much as three days each week.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at .

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**Job Family** **:**
Management Consulting
**Travel Required** **:**
Up to 75% **Clearance Required** **:**
None
**What You Will Do** **:**
Guidehouse is seeking a Consultant to join our State and Local Government (SLG) practice. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact public sector engagements that improve operations, enable modernization, and support transformational outcomes for state and local agencies.
As a Consultant, you will work alongside experienced professionals to deliver client services related to organizational effectiveness, digital transformation, policy implementation, and operational improvement. You will engage in research, analysis, documentation, and client-facing activities as part of a collaborative delivery team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conduct research, stakeholder interviews, and data analysis to inform recommendations for clients.
- Assist in the development of client deliverables including reports, presentations, dashboards, and process documentation.
- Support the facilitation of workshops, work sessions, or training activities with client teams.
- Help analyze and document business processes, policy impacts, or system-related needs.
- Contribute to project management support such as timeline tracking, task coordination, and meeting preparation.
- Participate in the development of proposals and internal capability-building efforts.
**What You Will Need** **:**
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited University.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of prior relevant consulting experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Curiosity about public sector transformation and a desire to make a tangible impact through consulting work.
**What Would Be Nice To Have** **:**
- Internship or work experience in public sector consulting, state/local government, or civic technology.
- Familiarity with project management tools, process improvement techniques, or data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).
- Interest in public policy, operational improvement, or digital modernization topics.
The annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. 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.
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 or via email at . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or . Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact . Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.
_Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee._

**Job Family** **:**
Management Consulting
**Travel Required** **:**
Up to 50%
**Clearance Required** **:**
None
Job Posting
**What You Will Do:**
+ The Management Consulting Associate Director in Guidehouse's State and Local Government Practice leads delivery teams on high impact State & Local Government client engagements and drives business development activities.
+ Key activities include:
+ Establishing approaches to gather information from clients regarding client structure, process, technology and culture
+ Facilitating meetings with client stakeholders to gather information
+ Managing quality control for project deliverables and work product consistent with Guidehouse quality requirements
+ Leverage Guidehouse frameworks and other leading practices identify and implement program improvements for clients
+ Effectively leveraging project resources to accomplish tasks while providing regular feedback and coaching
+ Driving business development activities including RFP responses, proposal development, and peak account planning
**What You Will Need:**
+ Critical thinking to solve problems and develop innovative solutions to client's management and operational challenges.
+ Proven abilities as a team leader: supervising teams to create an atmosphere of trust; seeking diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation; participating in various staff recruitment and retention activities; and coaching staff including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback.
+ Ability to 'quick start' account plan and target new business opportunities that support relevant practice development goals and objectives.
+ Experience with Program Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management or Business Process Improvement
+ An Associate Director in Guidehouse's State and Local Government practice must possess the following:
+ Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university
+ 3+ years minimum of experience working in the Public Sector.
+ Expereince specifically with Georgia State & Local Government or related field within the GA State and Local Government sector.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
+ Must currently reside in and be able to travel throughout the state of Georgia.
+ Ability to travel outside of the state of GA
+ Must have familiarity with State of Georgia government structures, processes and have an existing network
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills
**What Would Be Nice To Have:**
+ Master's Degree - MPP or MPA (including MBA or equivalent)
+ Experience managing challenging projects and serving clients
+ Experience facilitating meetings and public speaking with large groups
+ Experience with one more of the following areas: business process redesign, HR consulting, business case development, IT strategy and implementation
+ Management consulting skills such as project management, financial modeling, operational modeling, and stakeholder management
**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.
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 or via email at . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or . Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact . Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.
_Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee._

Job Summary
This is an excellent opportunity to use your analytical, project management and communication skills to drive business results.

Job Description

SUMMARY

Manage special projects, oversee GPO/Co-Op management activities, and manage analysis for State/Local Government customers. Will also be responsible for providing strategic direction, guidance and support, ensuring accountability for meeting or exceeding the operational objectives and priorities as they relate to State/Local Government customers. Take ownership of driving and optimizing value add programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the State/Local Government customers segment by working with Leadership to design and execute a plan of action to drive business results
• Provide recommendations and advanced critical thinking to identify improvement opportunities across State/Local Government.
• Work with Leadership to identify and develop new programs aligned to drive value and address industry issues for State/Local Government customers
• Support efforts related to GPO and Co-Op contracts for EMS and State/Local Government customers. Ensure contract pricing and terms are managed accordingly to maximize sales and profitability.
• Monitor product costs and margins and works with product divisions and sales on improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with Medline representatives and existing customer relationships to understand areas to improve
• Analyze ordering patterns to identify potential opportunities for product conversions and rate changes
• Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales. Set the prioritization of initiatives and projects.
• Responsible for ongoing reporting and management: Budget vs Spend, Competitive Pricing, Overall Performance Metrics
• Collaborate with Leadership to ensure that both strategic and tactical plans are aligned with the long-term strategy by creating and owning the business planning as they relate to State/Local Government.
• Track and record activity on accounts to ensure sales targets and goals are met.
• Meet with finance regularly to review profitability improvement opportunities, this may include evaluating the overall profitability of a group or individual customer
• Identify underperforming customer relationships and work across departments to improve performance and profitability
• Develop and execute on a one-year and three-year business plan that ensures short-term and long-term growth and profitability
• Support field sales team on large projects; system account setup, coordination of activities associated with onboarding new customers and substantial business wins (conversion activities) and ensure accuracy of account customer types through ongoing management.

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:
$96,200.00 - $144,560.00 Annual

The actual salary will vary based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.

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Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F2207P

Working Title Public Service Faculty - Local Government Operations

Department PSO-Carl Vinson Inst of Govt

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government - Who We Are
As a Public Service and Outreach unit at the University of Georgia, the UGA Institute of Government contributes directly to the university's overarching public service mission of improving people's lives by helping to create jobs and prosperity, developing leaders, and addressing critical issues. This public service mission, and the Institute of Government's role in its success, is at the heart of UGA's land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia and its residents.

We have a wide range of experts who inform, inspire, and innovate every day so that governments, large and small, can be more efficient and responsive to their citizens, address current and emerging challenges, and serve the public with excellence. We are uniquely positioned to provide impartial support to local governments and state agencies and convene multi-disciplinary and intragovernmental groups to plan for and address many of the challenges faced by communities across Georgia.

Our areas of expertise and focus include workforce and economic development; infrastructure and community resilience; government operations and organizational effectiveness; measuring and reporting on impact and outcomes; building skills, knowledge and capacity of government leaders and teams; and maximizing technology and data for governments and their leaders.

Whether it is through our award-winning PROPEL (Planning Rural Opportunities for Prosperity and Economic Leadership) program for rural communities, our CyberArch student program that helps Georgia communities increase their cybersecurity, our efforts to build a visionary plan for military and community partnerships to spur economic prosperity and resilient infrastructure, our financial management certificate program to build the capacity of public officials, or hosting educational events about e-mobility strategies for local governments . We Know Georgia. Fulfilling our land-grant and sea-grant mission to serve the State of Georgia is more than a project. It's our purpose.

We are growing and excited to add individuals to our team who share our commitment to public service - building stronger communities, inspiring economic resilience, and improving quality of life for communities across Georgia and beyond.

Our Culture - How We Operate
We disseminate knowledge through research, scholarship, and instruction. We collaborate internally across our areas of expertise and across the university with academic researchers to bring best practices and expert insights to the governments and communities we serve. We are committed to fielding a team of experts who have a variety of professional and academic experiences and are grounded in our culture of excellence and approach our work with Georgia's governments in a comprehensive and objective fashion.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary Compensation will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant

Anticipated Start Date 02/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date 11/08/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Compensation will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. Candidates will be considered for the position until it is filled. Application materials should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, a brief writing sample from a technical report, and three references with contact information. The finalists for the position will be required to provide three letters of recommendation. All applicants must apply through UGAJobs to be considered for the position.

Possibility for the position be located in Athens or Atlanta.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( ).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AC

FLSA

Faculty Rank Open Rank

Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree.

Position Summary

The Carl Vinson Institute of Government at The University of Georgia invites applications for a Public Service Faculty position in the Government Services and Research Division / Local Government Unit . The position will be available February 1, 2025 and carries rank in the public service faculty career ladder of the University.

Helping local governments operate in the most financially prudent and efficient manner is a priority of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government. This position will provide technical assistance and conduct studies to help government leaders make data informed decisions. To be successful in this position will require a mix of both qualitative and quantitative research methods to address the needs of the government being assisted. We are looking for an experienced professional who is eager to assist local government leaders through financial analysis, policy analysis, feasibility studies, benchmarking and best practice research. This position will also work with public works directors and other local government leaders who work every day to maintain the critical infrastructure in their city and county.

As a public service faculty member, this position will be part of one of the most trusted organizations in the state that provides objective research and analysis. This position is part of the Local Government Operations unit comprised of a team of faculty and staff. Public service faculty are responsible for understanding the needs of governments and developing and delivering programs and services to meet those needs.

As a public service faculty member, this position has an opportunity to serve governments across the state and also develop and share their expertise through training, webinars, writing reports, and making professional presentations. Occasional overnight travel is required of this position.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Public Service Assistant, Public Service Associate, or Senior Public Service Associate.

Rank on hire will depend on the candidate's qualifications and experience, according to Public Service and Outreach Appointment and Promotion Guidelines found here:

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Master's degree in, but not limited to, public administration, business, social work, sociology, law, economics, management information systems
• Five years of experience working in government operations or management
• Background with the maintenance and operations of public infrastructure
• Background doing financial analysis
• Background gathering data, writing reports and making presentations to elected officials
• Background facilitating groups.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of state and local government political structure, functions, and operations.
• Knowledge of public management practices, emerging trends, issues, and challenges.
• Knowledge of local government operations, financial environment, and legal frameworks.
• Knowledge of public works and infrastructure including sewer and water, utilities, and maintenance and repair.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets associated with contracts or grant projects.
• Ability to manage complex long-term projects and client relationships.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to develop and apply creative solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to explain complex methodologies and solutions in a practical manner.
• Advanced skills in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Advanced administrative, management, and supervisory skills.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary for client interactions and presentations.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Provide research and technical assistance services to local governments and other government organizations. Provide technical assistance and conduct studies to help government leaders make data informed decisions through financial analysis, feasibility studies, benchmarking and best practice research.

Percentage Of Time 70 Duties/Responsibilities

Meet with potential clients to determine needs and negotiate contracts. Establish and maintain relationships with existing clients, as appropriate.

Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Support the strategic projects of the Institute and collaborate across the Institute of Government and Public Service and Outreach.

Percentage Of Time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Establish and maintain solid working relationships with personnel in state government and professional associations that align with the work of the Institute.

Percentage Of Time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Conduct applied research and engage in scholarship on topics and issues of relevance to the mission of the Institute of Government and programs and services of governments in Georgia. Share expertise through training, webinars, writing reports, and making professional presentations.

Percentage Of Time 5

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this vacant position?
   • UGAJobs (UGA's job board)
   • LinkedIn
   • Handshake
   • Indeed.com
   • HigherEdJobs
   • A current UGA employee
   • Other (please provide resource)

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Writing Sample
4. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents