Senior Consultant - School Based MBHS

About the role

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is seeking an engaging, outgoing, experienced self-starter to join our school-based Mental and Behavioral Health Services (MBHS) team. The ideal candidate will have experience in MBHS program evaluation, education software, strategic planning, and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes growth strategies, identifying and following up on new sales opportunities.
• Leads proposal writing teams and prepares written reports and materials for clients.
• Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with senior education leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to deeply understand their challenges and priorities.
• Serves as client manager, independently managing complex projects, staff, and tasks while maintaining client interaction.
• Collaborates effectively with senior managers on cross-functional initiatives to advance PCG’s broader education practice goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or 10 years’ experience required, graduate degree preferred.
• 5-10 years’ work experience with consulting, business development or client relationship management related to MBHS Policy, MBHS Information Systems, and/or MBHS Technology.
• Experience in the areas of information technology, finance/business operations, k-12 education, and school based MBHS support is highly desirable.
• Willingness and ability to travel across the U.S. to engage with clients and represent PCG at key events.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to develop and implement business growth strategies, identify and close new business opportunities, and up-sell to existing customers.
• Ability to research, analyze and interpret policy, legal briefs and regulations.
• Understanding of federal and state funding streams and how to maximize financial resources.
• Creative problem-solving ability and a consultancy mindset.
• Able to work independently and consistently achieve excellent results.
• Outstanding oral and written presentation skills, strong interpersonal skills for effective relationship building, and ability to interact with various levels of management and clients.
• Ability to lead and assist in the direction of the sales process of PCG’s MBHS products and services.
• Project management skills, proven ability to take initiative, and ability to move projects forward within specific timeline and budget.
• Commitment to exceptional client service, dedication to accomplishing goals and challenges, and ability to critically evaluate and improve upon current processes.
• Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity.
• Enthusiasm for life-long learning and staying well-informed about current business issues.
• Ability to operate in both a team situation and autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Strong skills in the areas of interpersonal communication, presentation, negotiation, analysis, critical thinking, attention to detail, and multi-tasking.