BerryDunn is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our Local Government Practice Group that will have an initial focus supporting our client as an Organizational Change Management (OCM) Subject Matter Expert (SME). As part of our consulting team focused on local government clients, you will leverage your OCM expertise, along with project management and public sector knowledge to help agencies improve operations and how they leverage technologies and tools. 

BerryDunn is seeking an individual with experience in OCM, preferably in local government. This individual will support, and at times lead, the identification, development, and implementation of OCM activities in support of technology change and it’s supporting people and processes. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated OCM, project management and Prosci® background with experience in enterprise technology implementations.

This position can be remotely-based or in one of our offices in Portland, Maine, Charleston, West Virginia, San Juan, Puerto Rico, or Phoenix, Arizona. You will report to senior leaders in the LGPG and will help clients nationally.

Travel Expectations: Travel to client sites can range up to 50%.

Provide OCM services to LGPGclients as they transform their organization to adopt new technologies and business process change.  As a trusted advisor, you will provide leadership and guidance for clients and internal project teams in the following areas:

• Support the project lead in managing the work of the BerryDunn project team related to OCM activities
• Assist in the development of project deliverables and artifacts such as plans, surveys, and assessments related to OCM activities
• Build strong relationships with project stakeholders, including client contacts, project team members, vendor contacts, etc
• Help manage and report on project status, progress, budget, schedule, quality, and resources
• Facilitate and attend internal BerryDunn team meetings
• Facilitate meetings with the client, team, and vendors to achieve project objectives
• Help mentor and develop project team members
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and/or discussing project deliverables
• Document and escalate project action items, issues, risks, and/or decisions to BerryDunn leadership, the client, and other project stakeholders
• Provide frequent, clear, and consistent communication to the client, team members, vendor, and direct reports

• Bachelor’s degree (a bachelor’s degree can be replaced with an additional four (4) years related experience)
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience implementing OCM practices for system implementation projects using an industry standard change management framework.
• Three (3) years of demonstrated experience in an OCM lead or SME role
• Demonstrated ability to confidently facilitate meetings and present complex concepts to stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple assignments and achieve quality results in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to create and sustain positive working relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to perform and thrive in an ambiguous and changing environment
• Written and verbal fluency in English
• Proficiency in all Microsoft (MS) application
• Prosci® certification strongly desired

The base salary range targeted for this role is $115,000 - $135,000. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please contact careers@berrydunn.com to request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm. 

BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.