State and Local Government - Human Services - Consulting Program Senior Manager

Company: Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd
Location: Rogers
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

State and Local Government - Human Services - Consulting Program Senior ManagerOther locations: Anywhere in CountryDate: Mar 4, 2025Requisition ID: 1583662At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation.The opportunityOur Government Health and Human Services (HHS) team collaborates with state agencies across the country, helping them manage human services, Medicaid, public health, behavioral health and other essential services to achieve agency outcomes. Our HHS team is committed to empowering state agencies with tailored services that drive significant improvement.Your key responsibilitiesYour key responsibilities as a Senior Manager on the Human Services (HHS) team include serving as a key resource in managing the day-to-day activities in support of building relationships throughout the Human Services agencies and departments while driving growth and delivery activities. We anticipate up to 60% of your time involving new business development, origination activities and capture efforts, while 40% of your time will be focused on delivering on new business sold to your client.Key capabilities that you should be prepared to bring to client-facing and internal teams include:

• Experience working in and/or with various state Human Services organizations to include policy, process and platforms as a state employee, outside vendor, or both
• Knowledge and expertise of Human Services programs within state agencies, including behavioral health, child welfare services, childcare and child support, and eligibility system strategy, integration, or support
• Demonstrated working knowledge and aptitude in some of our key capabilities (e.g., Program Management Office functions, project oversight and management, applicable industry platforms and technologies)
• Encouragement and facilitation of collaboration among team members and promoting an inclusive environment
• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to multitask and adhere to project deadlines
• Ability to lead certain engagement activities from planning through to execution
• Contributions to business development and client pursuit activities by preparing proposals, marketing presentations for potential clients and thought leadership brochures
• Ability to communicate issues, status and thought leadership to partners and clients
• Ability to build impactful relationships with key influencers to effectively manage work and generate new business opportunities
• Ability to share leading practices and insights about current industry or subject-matter topics with EY US leaders, proposal teams and clients
• Ability to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams, including supporting people-related initiatives (e.g., recruitment, retention, training, competency development)
• Ability to develop people through effective leadership, coaching, mentoring and performance assessment of all levelsTo qualify for the role you must have
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis on Finance, Accounting, Business or a related field
  • A minimum of eight years of relevant industry or consulting experience, with the ability to show a significant client impact and results, and experience leading teams through deliverables
  • Knowledge and experience working for a state agency in the following areas of Human Services:
    • Project or program centralization or transformation
    • Business operating model assessment or creation
    • Strategic alignment frameworks
    • Resource planning and management
    • Innovation collaboration and management
    • Organizational change management
    • Process improvement
    • Expertise within the following areas of Human Services; behavioral health, child welfare services, childcare and child support, and eligibility system support
    • Demonstrated ability to develop long-term client relationships and a portfolio of new business
    • Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop staff
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher is preferredThe GPS practice's staffing model is to assign resources to projects aligned to the office within the metropolitan area for which you have been hired; however, in certain circumstances, travel may be required within and/or beyond your geographic region based on client and project needs. Within the SLED practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 40% is preferred.What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $148,900 to $340,200. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $178,700 to $386,600.
      • Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
      • Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
      • Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
      • Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3.
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