What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consultant / Senior Consultant (Public Sector) position at Delineate?
At Delineate, we partner with public sector leaders to solve complex challenges that impact communities. We’re growing our team and looking for Consultants and Senior Consultants who are passionate about improving government programs, shaping policy, and delivering meaningful outcomes.
In this role, you’ll work directly with state agencies and public sector leaders to design, implement, and evaluate programs that matter, including healthcare and human services, infrastructure, and emerging policy initiatives. You’ll bring structure to complex problems, translate insights into action, and help clients navigate change with confidence.
Job Overview Job Title Consultant / Senior Consultant – Public Sector Date Listed April 2026 Job Location Indianapolis, IN DescriptionWe are expanding our team to support a growing portfolio of program, policy, and evaluation work across state government. As a Consultant or Senior Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering high-impact client engagements by serving as a trusted advisor, workstream lead, or engagement manager depending on your experience.
You’ll work on a variety of initiatives such as rural health transformation and healthcare delivery innovation, public policy and regulatory analysis, human services programs including childcare and Medicaid, health technology and data-driven modernization efforts, and broadband and infrastructure program development.
This is a full-time W-2 role with flexible hybrid work arrangements available. Fully remote arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Status Full-time Compensation Salary for this position is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, expertise, and qualifications. Benefits for Full-Time Employees- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- Employer Retirement Contributions
- Health Savings Account Contributions
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance Coverage
- Profit sharing and/or performance-based bonuses
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote options
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to life insurance benefits, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program
- Bachelor’s degree in business, public policy, economics, technology, or a related field.
- Experience in consulting, public sector strategy, policy, program implementation, evaluation, or operations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage workstreams and deliver high-quality, client-ready outputs.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
- Experience working in state or federal government strongly encouraged.
- Experience working in or with government, public sector programs, or highly regulated environments.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and bring structure to complex challenges.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences.
- Experience facilitating meetings, workshops, and stakeholder discussions.
- Ability to synthesize data and insights into clear recommendations.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and disciplines.
- Partner with clients to define problems, structure workstreams, and deliver actionable solutions.
- Lead or support stakeholder engagement, including interviews, workshops, and decision-making sessions.
- Analyze qualitative and quantitative information to inform recommendations.
- Develop clear, compelling deliverables including reports, presentations, and strategic plans.
- Manage timelines, priorities, and dependencies across project workstreams.
- Translate complex policy, operational, or technical concepts into practical, implementable solutions.
- Build strong client relationships and contribute to long-term partnership success.
At Delineate, problem solving is at the core of everything we do. Our team members are expected to continuously grow and demonstrate the following:
- Adaptive Problem Solving: You thrive in ambiguity and can break down complex challenges into structured, actionable steps.
- Evidence-Based Thinking: You use data, research, and stakeholder input to inform decisions and recommendations.
- Insight to Action: You connect analysis to real-world impact, helping clients implement solutions that deliver results.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: You build strong relationships and work effectively across teams and client environments.
- Ownership & Accountability: You take responsibility for delivering high-quality work and follow through on commitments.
- Communication Excellence: You communicate clearly, concisely, and with purpose, whether writing or presenting.
- Proactive Risk Management: You anticipate challenges and help teams navigate them effectively.
- Learning Agility: You quickly learn new domains, adapt to changing needs, and continuously improve.
- Client-Centered Mindset: You focus on delivering value and building long-term, trusted partnerships.
- Strategic Influence (Senior Level): You guide decision-making, lead workstreams or engagements, and help shape client strategy.