Job Description

JPI is seeking an experienced Management Consultant to assist the U.S. Coast Guard with a large-scale government-wide human resource system implementation. The Management Consultant will be a member of a team providing project implementation, process, and training support to a federal client. The successful candidate will have 5-7 years of experience with a Master’s degree or 7-10 years of experience with a B.A./B.S degree, implementing systems, providing project management support, developing training materials, conducting user-acceptance testing and system demonstrations, and interacting with high-level federal clients. Thought leadership, critical thinking, clear written and oral communication skills are a must. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively independently and in team settings to include close collaboration with program managers and client personnel.

At JPI, we strive to empower our people and excel for our clients. We hold ourselves to high standards and prioritize our values of being one team with unwavering integrity. We are motivated by perpetual innovation and delivering passionate service to our clients.

Responsibility:

• Support project implementation efforts for HR system implementations of high complexity by drafting and managing implementation plans.
• Manage projects of high complexity within estimated timeframes.
• Develop and manage project plans, delegate assignments, track and review work products, and manage team members.
• Facilitate requirements gathering, validation of standard processes, and draft standard operating procedures.
• Oversee training: drafts training materials (e.g., job aids, instruction manuals, etc.); conducts train-the-trainer sessions; manages and conducts user acceptance testing; develops training modules, develops training recordings.
• Create project status briefings and reports.
• Developing project artifacts including agendas, minutes, and correspondence.
• Coordinate all parties to tasks to review work products for completeness, quality, and adherence to customer requirements.
• Schedule, prepare meeting materials, and facilitate interagency meetings and workshop sessions with stakeholders.
• Read and interpret government policy, regulations, and directives and to apply those to required activities.
• Identify risks to project progress and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Participate in program management working sessions and support program managers in executing day-to-day project management activities.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS with 7-10 years of experience; or Master’s degree with 5-7 years of experience
• Active Public Trust Clearance
• Proficiency in the following Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, video editing software.
• Comfortable communicating with a range of stakeholders both orally and in email.
• Experience building and maintaining a trusting relationship with the client and prioritizing demands.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively independently.
• Proven ability to support and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven process.
• Ability to work remotely and onsite as needed at USCG HQ

Preferred Experience:

• Relevant experience in direct support of the US Coast Guard, Government Agencies supporting defense, Homeland Security.
• Understanding of developing project management methodologies (processes, best practices, tools, and templates).
• Ability to recognize new business development opportunities.

Transferable Skills for Management Consulting:

• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Thinking ‘two steps ahead’ and being prepared for what the client will need next
• Taking initiative vs. waiting to be told what to do
• Managing multiple tasks and prioritizing according to importance
• Flexibility to pivot and adapt to changes in direction of new things
• Considering the details and ensuring accuracy in the small things
• Building rapport with colleagues and clients. Developing a reputation as someone who is responsive and trustworthy.

JPI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 80,000 - 100,000.

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