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.
PCG is seeking a highly experienced former state or large district education leader to join their Education practice as Director, MTSS Services. This role is central to expanding PCG’s MTSS consulting and technology solutions.PCG is seeking a highly experienced former state or large district education leader to join their Education practice as Director, MTSS Services. This role is central to expanding PCG’s MTSS consulting and technology solutions.
The Director, MTSS Services will build and sustain strategic partnerships with senior decision makers across education agencies and will position PCG as the trusted partner for transformative MTSS solutions that drive school improvement. They will leverage their leadership experience to help shape and grow services that make a meaningful difference for students and the agencies that serve them. This position will play a vital role in driving solutions for PCG clients that support improved outcomes for all students, and supports the team with experience in grant and/or proposal writing in terms of visioning solutions and responding to client requests, either through requirements gathering conversations or request for proposals.
The ideal candidate currently is, or has been, a senior leader in a state department of education, large school district, an MTSS consulting or technology firm, or federal/regional technical assistance center with deep expertise in MTSS. They bring a strong track record of leading large initiatives, navigating interagency collaboration, and driving systemic improvements in education. Known for their strategic mindset, political savvy, and collaborative approach, they are trusted across the field as a credible, mission-driven advisor. This candidate has a strong professional network, and the ability to translate policy into actionable solutions that support inclusive, student-centered outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
· Guide client organizations with forward-thinking practices that promote inclusion, equity, and measurable outcomes.
· Support internal talent development by mentoring PCG staff on MTSS practices, solution sets, funding streams, and cross-agency collaboration.
· Serve as an MTSS subject matter expert to support PCG’s ability to help our clients positively impact student achievement as well as the intensiveness of resources to support that achievement.
· Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with senior education leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to deeply understand their challenges and priorities.
· Forge key external partnerships with professional associations, partners, potential acquisitions, and other relevant stakeholders to inform PCG’s strategy and maximize client value.
· Work closely with PCG’s project teams to ensure alignment between service offerings and client needs for successful project delivery.
· Support business development activities, in close partnership with a focused business development team, through participation in proposals, demonstrations, strategic client conversations
· Participate in the development and dissemination of MTSS related white papers, reports, guidance documents, procedure manuals, training materials, and other written materials for clients and the firm
· Represent PCG at national and regional conferences, stakeholder forums, and industry events to enhance brand visibility and credibility in the MTSS sector.
· Provide thought leadership grounded in MTSS leadership experience to guide PCG’s service development and client engagement.
· Monitor legislative trends, funding changes, and market opportunities related to MTSS to identify new business avenues.
· Collaborate effectively with senior managers on cross-functional initiatives to advance PCG’s broader education practice goals.
Skills, Competencies, & Qualifications:
· Experience as a senior leader in state or large district MTSS leadership, federal/regional technical assistance center or a MTSS consulting or technology firm.
· Deep knowledge of MTSS policy, funding, and program implementation.
· Understanding of federal and state funding streams and how to maximize financial resources.
· Demonstrated success in building and sustaining relationships with large districts and other education sector leaders.
· Strong skills in communication, presentation, negotiation, and translating complex challenges into actionable consulting and technology solutions.
· Strategic, innovative thinker with a passion for advancing student achievement through consulting and technology.
· Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in education, business/public administration, or related field strongly preferred.
· Willingness and ability to travel across the U.S. to engage with clients and represent PCG at key events.
Preferred Experience
· Experience in consulting, business development, or client relationship management highly preferred.
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.
Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role: $96,600-$110,000. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role.
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.
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