Company Description:

Raftelis helps local governments and utilities thrive by providing management consulting expertise to help transform local governments and utilities. We’ve provided professional consulting services to more than 700 organizations in the last year alone. We work in all areas of management consulting including finance, assessment, communications, technology, executive recruitment, and strategic planning.

We’re proud to share that Raftelis has been certified as a Great Place to Work®! 93% of our employees say it is a great place to work, compared to 57% of employees at a typical US-based company. As one of our employees said, “at Raftelis, we maintain a great balance between hard work and allowing staff to focus on their lives outside of work. We also have a strong culture where people genuinely care about each other, and leadership is committed to doing what's best for both our employees and the firm”.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Consultant to join our Organizational Assessment practice. In this role, you will play a critical part in helping our local government and utilities clients evaluate and optimize their operations, organizational structures, and service delivery. You will work closely with project managers and client teams, providing robust data analysis, conducting research, and supporting the development of actionable recommendations. While this role supports a variety of organizational assessments, candidates with an interest or background in operations are highly encouraged to apply.

Primary Responsibilities:

• With little oversight, analyze organizational data, workflows, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Assist in conducting qualitative and quantitative research, including stakeholder interviews, surveys, and benchmarking studies.
• Support the evaluation of operations practices within local government agencies.
• Draft comprehensive reports, memos, and presentations that clearly communicate complex findings and strategic recommendations to clients.
• Participate in client meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Collaborate effectively with project managers to ensure deliverables are completed on time and meet our rigorous quality standards.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, public policy, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience within the local government or utility sectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to travel as needed to client sites across the country.
• Ability to commute to one of our office locations (Santa Barbara, CA; Denver, CO; Littleton, CO; Orlando, FL; Kansas City, MO; Charlotte, NC; Durham, NC; Albany, NY; Cincinnati, OH; or Austin, TX)

Preferences:

• Master’s degree.
• Located in the Western United States.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Rewards:

Working for a value-based organization focused on growth with an exceptional reputation in its industry, employees receive competitive compensation and excellent benefits that include:

• 100% company-paid employee medical (HSA plan) and 50% company-paid dependent medical coverage and dental benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discretionary paid time off program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Long-Term care benefits
• Pet insurance
• Hybrid work schedule (three days in the office and two days remote)

The salary range for the Consultant position is $78 to $104k. Compensation depends on education, experience, and location.

Additional Information:

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. Raftelis uses E-VERIFY. Raftelis is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and our sincere belief in the dignity of each employee, it is our policy to prohibit discrimination or harassment based on of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, parental status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition, including but not limited to lactation, age, disability, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, volunteer rescue squad worker status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Raftelis is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Allison Harllee, Human Resources Manager at 704-269-2536.

To learn more about Raftelis and apply, please visit www.raftelis.com.

About Raftelis

Raftelis is an industry leader in financial, organizational, communication, and technology consulting for utilities and the public sector. We provide insights and expertise to help government agencies operate as high-performing, sustainable entities, and, ultimately, make their communities better places to live, work, and play.

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