Consultant - Health and Human Services, Federal Management Consulting - Campus 2025

Posted:
9/24/2024, 2:22:25 AM

Location(s):
McLean, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Consulting

Job Family:

Finance & Accounting Consulting, Operational Effectiveness Consulting, Strategy & Transformation Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

To further the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) mission and advance the health and well-being of all Americans, Guidehouse offers a powerful combination of innovative digital and business transformation, organizational and programmatic improvement, and public sector health expertise that align to HHS’s unique short- and long-term strategic goals to:  

  • Protect and strengthen equitable access to high quality and affordable healthcare 

  • Strengthen social well-being, equity, and economic resilience 

  • Restore trust and accelerate advancements in science and research for all 

  • Advance strategic management to build trust, transparency, and accountability 

  

This includes providing impactful program and project management, strategy consulting, public health expertise, grants management, program improvement, organizational development, data analytics, and business transformation solutions across HHS and its Operating Divisions.    Our Consultants help our clients improve their business processes, internal controls, operating efficiency, transparency and performance management, and ability to comply with federal laws and regulations.  During your assignment, you will be given the opportunity to support projects to address some of the most significant project challenges faced by federal clients. Guidehouse projects are extremely fluid and require self-motivated individuals willing to develop solutions on their own or in a team of highly skilled professionals.  Project members are provided the opportunity to interact with our clients' senior management and enhance their skills in the areas of technical competency, business development, client service and people development. 

  

As a Consultant, you will work with an experienced team to support the development of client deliverables, internal and client presentations, day-to-day project logistics, and any additional project tasks. This position provides individuals the opportunity to serve clients across a wide variety of functions including strategy, process improvement, analytics, accounting, information technology, communications, and project management. 


What You Will Need:

  • Minimum Years of Experience: 0 years 

  • Minimum Degree Status: Bachelor's Degree (Must still be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program through Fall 2024 and graduate by Summer 2025) 

  • Ability to obtain a US Government Security Clearance: individual may be submitted for clearance specific to client post-offer 


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Degree concentration in Accounting, Business, Communications, Economics, Finance, Health Policy, Management/Information System, Public Health, Public Policy, or other related majors is preferred 

  • Previous internship or work experience preferred 

  • Naturally curious problem-solver, comfortable with ambiguity 

  • Knowledge of federal or commercial healthcare industry 

  • Heightened attention to detail, and the ability to create and edit technical and non-technical written work products and graphical presentations 

  • Knowledge of Business Analytics software (SAS/R/Python) and/or SQL, a plus   

  • Knowledge and understanding of project management principles and the phases of project management (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Closure) 

  • Experience working in teams to produce high-impact work products, reports, and other deliverables in a fast-paced environment 

  • Ability to participate in client-facing discussions and meetings 

  • Desire to support public sector clients with a healthcare mission 

  • Passionate about reinvesting in the company you work for and representing the company’s brand 


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 Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, 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 [email protected]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.


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.