EMERGENT METHOD Hiring for Higher Education Consultant at Remote Full Time

Emergent Method is seeking an experienced higher education professional to support and lead multifaceted client engagements and strategic projects, primarily within our firm’s higher education consulting discipline. This is a full-time, permanent position which requires frequent national travel (up to 50% based on fluctuating project needs) to provide onsite, in-person project support. Our firm is based in Baton Rouge, however, remote candidates will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience leading project management initiatives, strategic planning, data gathering and analysis, and has strong communication skills. Individuals must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and display a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail, exceptional problem-solving skills, and ability to balance multiple and competing priorities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support a variety of client projects related to strategic planning, research, facilitation, and consensus building, and strategic communication

General project management, including developing project plans and timelines, establishing objective, maintaining proactive communication with clients and team members, tracking and reporting progress on project milestones, understanding client needs, developing processes, seeking feedback, and executing on above-satisfactory deliverables and work products

Facilitate large and small group workshops and meetings, develop and deliver presentations, create tools and materials to guide discussion and support consensus building, document feedback and synthesize into tangible outcomes

Develop an array of both long- and short-form deliverables, including developing content, writing, copyediting, and formatting (i.e. presentations, strategic plans, briefing documents, agendas, meeting minutes and synthesized summaries, memos, and reports)

Use problem-solving skills to identify client needs, conduct and analyze research related to topical focus areas, develop goals and objectives, and develop strategic solutions and initiatives that are comprehensive and aligned with client goals

Collaborate with internal team members to execute on project deliverables efficiently

Build trusted relationships to serve as a reliable resource to clients and team

Uphold the firm’s and clients’ reputations by remaining client-focused and committed to delivering above and beyond expectations

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required; a master’s, doctoral, or other advanced degree is considered a plus

At least 3 years of relevant experience in management consulting, higher education administration, strategic planning, project management, or related experience that clearly demonstrates comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities

Ability to be a true problem solver with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and complete tasks and projects with minimal oversight

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain a professional network with strong interpersonal skills, including leading project teams or working groups

Strong communication, including public speaking, meeting facilitation, and presentation skills

Demonstrated organizational skills, including attention to detail and commitment to deadlines

Ability to manage projects, deadlines, and deliverables, often under tight deadlines and competing priorities, in a manner that maintains highest quality of work and outcomes; strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Access

Exceptionally strong work ethic and commitment to delivering results with a willingness to learn new skills and adopt new methodologies

WHY EMERGENT METHOD

At Emergent Method, we have a culture you won’t find anywhere else. We offer a flexible and fun environment where each team member has the opportunity to create their own success by challenging themselves, learning new skills and contributing towards exciting projects that make an impact on the communities we serve. We trust our teammates, believe in their talents, and celebrate their successes. We’re just as serious about developing our excellent team and fostering a supportive, encouraging environment as we are about doing quality work for our clients. Our team shares a vision of being singular, unequaled, and extraordinary, and while being a part of the Method often means going outside of your comfort zone, leaning into discomfort, thinking outside of the box, and being part of a collaborative and dynamic team will lead to unparalleled personal and professional growth. You’ll catch us hanging out on the weekends, having monthly happy hours, throwing pretty great office parties and events (both virtual and in person), and planning a variety of after-work get-togethers because we actually enjoy being around each other.

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in Spring 2020, our team responded overnight to the changing working environment. Now, you’ll find our team on Zoom calls, chatting on Slack, and staying as connected as ever, no matter where we are. We are committed to investing in our employees the same way that they have invested in us, and we trust our employees to get their job done, whether they are in the office or working from home.

In addition to the emphasis we place on culture, we offer the following benefits to our team:

Competitive salary and bonuses

Monthly technology and wellness stipends

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Flexible work hours and working environments, including unlimited time off

Top-of-the-line tools and technology equipment

In-office snacks and drinks, and frequent care packages and gift cards to spoil our employees

Financial support and time off for training, conferences, certifications, and other opportunities for professional growth and development

BACKGROUND

Emergent Method is a Louisiana-based management consulting firm focused on helping companies and organizations innovate, grow, improve their performance, and achieve their missions.

We do this by bringing people and ideas together to understand opportunities, let ideas emerge, and create multi-faceted solutions with results greater than the sum of their parts. We come from diverse backgrounds that lend to expertise in solving complex problems, implementing impactful change, helping our clients navigate shifting landscapes, and seizing opportunities – including those they had not seen before. From strategic planning and organizational design to project management and strategic communication, we are dedicated to helping our clients adapt, innovate, and grow – pushing systems, agencies, and industries to new heights, while developing strategic, systemic solutions and processes to support those goals.

We opened our doors in 2012 and have been recognized for growth and achievement over the years, including the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report and Junior Achievement’s Company of the Year (2017), Consulting Magazine’s fastest growing consulting firms (2018, 2019, 2020, 2022) Inc. Magazine’s fastest-growing private companies in America (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022), LSU’s 100 fastest growing alumni-owned business (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022), and the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry’s Company of the Year (2019).

We are dedicated to seeking the same measures of continuous improvement for the clients we serve and supporting them in all actions of planning, growth, and emergence to the forefront of their industries.

To learn more about Emergent Method and our team, visit our website at emergentmethod.com.

Emergent Method and associated entities are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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