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Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.-all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com.

Collaborating with our Technology Consulting team, you will help organizations streamline operations and achieve strategic goals to serve the public better. We provide the full spectrum of technology consulting services to help state and local agencies meet operational and program needs that enhance the lives of their user base.

Services:

• Strategy, Architecture, Planning, and Procurement

• Business Enablement

• Business Solutions

• Project Assurance

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy robust custom solutions leveraging Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse, to effectively meet business requirements.
• Develop, customize, and maintain SharePoint sites, lists, libraries, and automated workflows, enhancing collaboration, efficiency, and document management capabilities.
• Integrate Power Platform solutions seamlessly with Office 365 applications (Outlook, Teams) and other low-code/no-code platforms, streamlining business processes and facilitating efficient communication.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including business analysts, developers, and end-users, to gather, interpret, and document requirements, ensuring technical solutions align with strategic business goals.
• Proactively identify and implement workflow and business process automation opportunities, significantly improving operational productivity and accuracy.
• Provide comprehensive ongoing support, troubleshooting, and maintenance for existing Power Platform and SharePoint applications, ensuring continuous solution reliability and performance.
• Create thorough documentation, including development procedures, system configurations, user guides, and training materials, to ensure successful adoption and long-term maintainability of solutions.
• Liaise effectively with IT teams on application governance, data management, security protocols, user permissions, and compliance requirements, addressing privacy and risk management concerns proactively.
• Actively participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, technical specification creation, solution design, development, rigorous testing, deployment, and post-production support.
• Conduct detailed application testing, ensuring high-quality standards and performance criteria are consistently met.
• Stay abreast of evolving Microsoft Power Platform and Office 365 features, best practices, and industry trends, continuously enhancing technical knowledge and solution innovation.

Required Skills

• Must be located in the western region of the US - preferably CA, OR, NV or AZ
• Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform tools including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse.
• Strong experience developing and customizing SharePoint sites, lists, libraries, and automated workflows.
• Familiarity with Office 365 suite integration (Outlook, Teams) and other low-code/no-code platforms.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret business requirements effectively.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage stakeholders across diverse teams.
• Solid understanding of workflow automation and business process management.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proven capability in creating clear, comprehensive documentation for technical solutions.
• Knowledge of data governance, application security, and compliance best practices.
• Experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including technical specifications, testing, and deployment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, well-tested solutions.
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with the latest developments in the Power Platform and Office 365 ecosystem.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience

At least 2 years of experience in developing solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. Experience in automating workflows and business processes.

Certification

Microsoft Power Platform Functional Consultant (PL-200) or Developer (PL-400) certification is preferred.

Working Conditions

This position is hybrid with travel/onsite requirements. To be successful at PCG, you must:

• be available during your set working hours
• have a safe, private, and distraction-free environment in which to complete your work, and
• be able to give your full attention to the completion of your PCG job duties

Some travel to the office or elsewhere may be required for team meetings, client meetings, etc. We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until filled.

Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.

Compensation:

Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave

Range: $55,200 - $78,000

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PCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.