Project Manager / Lead Consultant

Project Manager / Lead Consultant

C2C ONLY FOR OWN CORPORATION, USA RESIDENTS ONLY

Duration: July 2025 - December 2025 (with potential extension through April 2026)

Location: On-site (Baltimore MD)

Key Responsibilities

Team & Stakeholder Management

Provide strategic direction and ensure alignment across all project components.

Serve as liaison between the consulting team and internal data/operations managers.

Facilitate team coordination, meetings, and communication flows.

Lead process design, team planning, and strategic discussions.

Mentor team members on best practices in strategic planning.

Strategic Direction & Methodology

Design the overall strategic planning methodology and process roadmap.

Offer expert insight into industry trends and best practices in public library services.

Define the structure and core components of the strategic plan.

Guide staff and community engagement strategies.

Executive Facilitation & Stakeholder Engagement

Lead executive and board-level strategic discussions.

Facilitate workshops to shape mission, vision, and values.

Support leadership in decision-making and consensus-building.

Engage with external stakeholders and community leaders as appropriate.

Project Planning & Administration

Maintain project plans with clear deliverables, timelines, and milestones.

Oversee project budgeting and resource allocation.

Develop and utilize project management tools and systems.

Report project status and deliverables to leadership and governance bodies.

Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Operational Coordination

Oversee scheduling, logistics, and operations across 19 library branches.

Coordinate staff and community engagement events, both in-person and virtual.

Ensure comprehensive participation and balanced representation.

Support data collection and operational planning efforts.

Strategic Analysis & Content Development

Analyze qualitative and quantitative data from engagement activities.

Identify themes, develop strategic priorities, and define measurable goals.

Provide rationales for strategic choices and recommended actions.

Quality Assurance & Strategic Guidance

Review deliverables for quality, coherence, and practicality.

Provide strategic oversight across all planning phases.

Ensure alignment with long-term vision, organizational needs, and stakeholder input.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Library Science, Business Administration, or related field.

Minimum of 6 years experience in project management and strategic planning within libraries or comparable organizations.

Proven leadership in strategic planning and organizational development.

Expertise in executive facilitation and stakeholder engagement.

Strong analytical and communication skills.

Familiarity with trends and best practices in public library operations.

Preferred Qualifications

Master s degree in Library Science, Public Administration, or related discipline.

PMP or equivalent project management certification.

Experience with large or multi-branch public library systems.

Knowledge of Baltimore County s demographics and library system structure.

Background in change management, performance measurement, or community-based planning.

Record of published thought leadership or conference presentations in related fields.

Working Conditions

Occasional travel within Baltimore County for meetings and engagement sessions.

Availability for some evening and weekend sessions with stakeholders.

Mix of virtual and in-person responsibilities.

Public speaking and high-level facilitation will be required.