Public Sector Management Consultant, Strategy & Organizational Transformation

Company Background At The Momentum Firm, we help public sector organizations imagine more - and deliver better. With tailored strategies, agile transformation frameworks, and innovation-first thinking, we move bold ideas from paper to practice; guiding governments, education institutions, and nonprofits from complexity to clarity, and from good intentions to measurable impact. We are a start-up, full-service strategy and organizational consulting firm based in Atlanta, Georgia with a simple, yet focused methodology to bring forth innovative and sustainable changes within organizations and communities. We believe the public sector should do more than react to change – it should shape it entirely. By blending cutting-edge strategies, modern practices, and a commitment to visible impact, we envision a future where public sector organizations lead with confidence, operate with precision and efficiency, and deliver perceptible progress that people can see and feel in their everyday lives. About the Role The Momentum Firm is seeking an experienced Management Consultant to join their Government Advisory practice, focusing on the state and local government industry. This essential, client-facing role involves applying technical knowledge and business principles to develop and implement sustainable, data-driven solutions for public sector organizations. The position emphasizes collaboration with project team members and clients to improve organizational performance, culture, and our clients’ readiness for future challenges. Responsibilities • Assess and support public sector organizations in developing and implementing strategies to improve performance. • Lead and collaborate with consultants on strategic planning, organizational development, and change management projects. • Collect, analyze, and organize large datasets to identify trends and provide strategic insights. • Research best practices, industry trends, and conduct benchmarking exercises. • Create reports and communications for diverse audiences, assisting in technical writing and presentations. • Design and oversee the implementation of multiple change initiatives intended to enhance organizational effectiveness and operations. • Manage a diverse group of stakeholder expectations and organizational challenges. • Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring quality and completion within budget and timelines. • Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Policy, Business, or a closely related discipline. • At least 2-3 years of strategy or management consulting experience or 5+ years of strategic management experience at a federal, state, or local government agency. • Based in the Metropolitan Atlanta area and able to commute to client site as needed. • Proven experience in most or all the following areas: KPI development, strategic planning, change management, strategic communications, stakeholder management, organizational development and design, organizational performance management, designing and conducting research, project management, etc. • Ability and willingness to learn new technology solutions to enhance client operations and project delivery. • Intermediate to expert level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferences • Master of Science degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Analytics/MBA, or a related business discipline. • Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI. • Experience with performance improvement methodologies like Lean Six Sigma and/or change management. • Previous relevant consulting experience with Big 4 or other reputable consulting organizations. Benefits • Flexible working-schedule • Innovative work environment • Competitive compensation