Consultant

Position Description:

Summary

Rios Partners is a mission-driven consulting firm creating positive change by delivering value for our clients, investing in our employees, and solving tough problems that benefit our local and global communities. We ground our approach in empathy, enabling our team members to better hear our customers’ challenges and work together to develop effective solutions. As a team, we know what it takes to move organizations forward with measurable, sustainable results.

Our primary consideration when evaluating candidates is alignment with our Mission and Values, which can be found here.

Job Description

Consultants develop solutions for clients in organizational design, strategy, supply chain & network operations, and process efficiency and effectiveness. We currently operate in a hybrid environment, with work taking place at client site (Washington D.C. metro area), at the Rios Partners office in Arlington, VA (Rosslyn metro stop), or virtually from home. Final schedules will be determined on a client and project basis.

Consultants must be able to:

• Demonstrate experience using Human Centered Design (HCD) methodology to develop empathy and design client needs.
• Build relationships with Rios Partners employees and clients. This job requires extensive team interaction with both co-workers and clients. Being polite, inclusive, and respectful is crucial.
• Frame problems in a manner that identifies the root cause. We are looking for individuals who can dig beyond initial symptoms and pinpoint core challenges before developing solutions.
• Analyze data quickly and efficiently. Rios Partners is a data-driven organization; we support our hypotheses with accurate analysis. The ability to quickly identify required data, gather it, and analyze it in an efficient manner is critical to success.
• Lead and mentor team members. Helping our core group of employees is crucial to the company’s growth.
• Brief materials to stakeholders and senior clients. This role in the company is often entrusted to interact one-on-one with leadership and management from client firms.
• Communicate in a professional and persuasive manner. We expect all members of the team to be able to understand their work and present clearly and coherently it to outside parties.
• Deliver results. In short, we get stuff done and we’re looking for team members that do not give up when they encounter challenges and know how to effectively transition from analysis to implementation. Rios is looking for tenacity.

Required education, skills, and experience

• Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills
• Proficiency with Excel and Power Point
• Bachelor’s degree AND minimum 6 years of relevant experience, OR
• Master’s / PhD AND minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience

• Service to community, nation, and world
• Experiences supporting Human Centered Design, supply chain, innovation, organizational design, policy, or healthcare
• Power BI, Tableau, Python capabilities
• Experience managing teams of 2-4 direct reports
• Experience managing senior client relationships

Additional information

• U.S. work authorization required
• Security Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance (i.e. must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident who has resided in US for past three years consecutively)
• Must be willing to live in DC Metro area for duration of employment with Rios Partners
• Willing to accommodate a hybrid work environment

Additional Information:

Rios Partners Benefits

At Rios Partners, we believe that when our team thrives, our company thrives. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that reflects how much we value our people. Below is an overview of the benefits available to our employees:

Profit-Sharing / Performance Bonus

We believe in shared success. That’s why a portion of company profits is distributed to employees each year through our Profit-Sharing/Performance Bonus program. The total amount may vary based on market conditions, company performance, and individual contributions—but the goal remains the same: to reward the team for our collective achievements.

Retirement Plan (401k)

We help you plan for your future. Rios Partners contributes 3% of your base salary each month to a 401(k) retirement plan, regardless of whether you choose to contribute yourself. You may also make additional contributions. Our 401(k) plan is administered through Fidelity, a leader in retirement planning.

Health Insurance (ICHRA)

We offer flexibility and choice through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). With ICHRA, Rios Partners contributes tax-free dollars toward your health insurance premiums, allowing you to select the plan that fits your needs rather than being restricted to a one-size-fits-all group plan.

Vision Insurance

We offer vision coverage through MetLife to help you care for your eye health. The plan includes benefits for eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, and more.

Dental Insurance

Dental coverage through MetLife is provided at no cost to you or your dependents. You also have the option to upgrade to a higher-tier plan if desired.

Disability Insurance

Rios Partners provides both short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost to you. This coverage, offered through MetLife, ensures that you're protected in case of illness or injury that prevents you from working.

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

We value work-life balance. You’ll receive:

• 15 days of PTO annually, with additional days based on your tenure
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Additional paid time off for life events such as bereavement, jury duty, and voting

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Your well-being matters. Our EAP, provided through Health Advocate, offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges—including mental health counseling, substance abuse, parenting support, grief counseling, and more. Work/life resources and healthcare navigation assistance are also included.

Training and Development

Rios Partners is committed to helping you achieve your highest potential. Our personal view is that this is best accomplished through a combination of client engagements, opportunities to take on new roles within the team, and internal (team) / external (expert) training.