Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join a leading consulting and professional services firm that specializes in solving large, complex problems to help clients achieve mission results. With capabilities in management consulting, program management, strategic planning, data analysis, human capital, and technology management and implementation, we work in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions to our clients.

Consultants join our practice to deliver mission-critical projects and quickly learn to contribute to and grow our company through company service projects. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, self-driven, and confident professionals interested in all aspects of the company and our government clients. We are looking for people who are willing to share ideas and work as part of a collaborative, innovative team.

The Consulting Associate (Emergency Management) applies experience solving consulting problems for clients in a fast-paced and dynamic environment on a high-performing team. Candidates have at least 2 years of experience or directly related education in emergency management. They are critical thinkers, excellent communicators, presenters, and writers, and have experience on complex projects. Grant and/or program management experience is a plus.

Arc Aspicio is currently operating in a hybrid work environment where work will be performed at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and remotely - depending on client, contract, and company needs. All candidates must live in the Washington, DC area at time of employment.

Responsibilities

Consulting associates apply strong analytical and technical skills to help implement business solutions. They work closely with clients and internal teams to improve operations, solve problems, deliver strategic insights, and deliver solutions. Their responsibilities include:

Work on client projects - taking full ownership of tasks and workstreams that contribute to the overall project goals and delivering high-quality solutions
Document business processes, identify improvements, present solutions to clients, and implement solutions to achieve mission results
Analyze business problems using interviews, knowledge, context, and quantitative data to identify improvements in processes, organizational structures, and technology for high-priority client initiatives
Work closely with clients and teams to build on team and company knowledge to speed up the process for identifying innovative, yet practical solutions
Create high-quality work products and deliverables including documents, presentations, and data dashboards that allow clients to make decisions
Take on new responsibilities and learn the mission/business while maintaining an excellent attention to detail, finding ways to exceed client expectations
Contribute to company service areas beyond just the project to build new skills and help the company grow by developing our capabilities and selling new business
Contribute to our company culture, which promotes collaboration, learning, and helping others to grow and develop

Required Qualifications

1 to 4 years of relevant experience or comparable analytical experience in a directly relevant business role
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship only (no dual citizenship). Currently holds a Public Trust level clearance or have the ability to obtain and maintain a position of trust/Federal security clearance
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (minimum) required
Experience in large, complex Federal government or other nationwide programs with a preferred focus on grants and program management is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities including critical thinking, information seeking, and collaboration
Direct experience with clients and stakeholder engagement and delivering work products for clients in a complex environment
Outstanding written and oral communication and collaboration skills and strong leadership potential
Ability to collaborate and work effectively remotely and in-person
Technologically savvy, especially with Microsoft products and use of collaboration tools like SharePoint
Willingness to embrace ambiguity on large, complex projects and create innovative solutions in collaboration with the team and client
Familiarity with industry trends related to supporting Federal government clients
Desire to join a consulting firm and learn business concepts; loves to collaborate and reach out to get involved in company events, offerings, and special projects
Ability to work in the Washington, DC metro area and travel to different locations
Critical Skills: Executive presence, entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, collaborative mind-set, excellent problem-solving skills, and interest in working in a consulting firm

Preferred Qualifications

Strong interest in homeland security and emergency management
Very strong interest in developing as a consultant to increase leadership ability and project management knowledge and learn business concepts
Experience in grants management, program management, and/or performance management
Training in project management, data analysis, and consulting

Applying to the Company: Our Recruiting Team carefully reviews each application before determining which candidates proceed to the next phase. Our competitive recruiting process favors candidates who include a brief cover letter that highlights your interest in the company and role, relevant experience, and potential. The use of AI tools or AI-generated content is strictly prohibited throughout the application process. Applicants are expected to rely solely on their own knowledge, experience, judgment, and work when completing application materials and participating in any stage of the hiring process. Any applicant found to have used AI assistance will be removed from consideration for the position.

Total Rewards: Salary is just one element of our Total Rewards which includes compensation, benefits, bonuses, professional development, and other career opportunities. The projected salary range for this position is $62,000 - $70,000. This range takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets and expertise, experience, education, training, certifications, contract and client requirements (if applicable), and other business and organizational needs. At Arc Aspicio, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

About Arc Aspicio: We create and deliver integrated, innovative, and trusted solutions to enhance our nation’s future Arc Aspicio creates and delivers integrated and innovative solutions to enhance our nation’s future. As a consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, human-centered design, human capital, data analytics, and technology. Our teams use Arc Aspicio’s Strategy Innovation Lab methods, tools, and templates to accelerate results for our clients. We seek team members that:

Demonstrate strong critical thinking and analysis skills, are excellent communicators, love to collaborate, and want to develop as professionals and leaders
Want to learn the business of consulting and contribute to the company’s growth
Build a strong network of professional relationships with their teams and clients
Learn quickly, ask for help, and go beyond a task and achieve results
Learn and share knowledge, express gratitude, and help their teams succeed
Join for a career, not just the first project

Commitment to Respect, Collaboration, and Innovation: Arc Aspicio is dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute to the company and serve our clients. As a growing professional services solutions firm focused on solving large, complex problems, we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of experience, skills, and knowledge. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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