Senior Consultant - WIC Business and Technology Consulting - United States - 41559 - Maximus

General information

Job Posting Title

Senior Consultant - WIC Business and Technology Consulting

Date

Thursday, July 23, 2026

City

Remote

Country

United States

Working time

Full-time

Description & Requirements

Maximus is hiring a remote, Senior Consultant to support our Project Modernization Consulting team. The Senior Consultant will work with State agencies related to Health and Human Services programs. Strong experience with the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program is required for this role, as is experience with:

WIC Management Information Systems (MIS) and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) technology
United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Administration (USDA FNA) programs, regulations, and
Handbook 901.

Why Maximus?

- 💰 Competitive Compensation - Annual bonuses based on performance included!
- 🛡️ Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.
- 🌟 Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.
- 🏝️ Paid Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and sick leave, along with Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.
- 🌱 Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 🏆 Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.
- 📚 Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.
- 🎁 Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.-
🌟 Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.
- 📚 Professional Development Opportunities - Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences. smooth operation of project activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with project managers on various initiatives and projects to track progress and provide support as necessary.

- Support leadership in ensuring that the project is delivered to specifications, is on time, and within budget.

- Work closely with management and work groups to create and maintain work plan documents.

- Track the status and due dates of projects.

- Manage relationships with project staff responsible for projects.

- Produce regular weekly and monthly status reports that could include; work plan status, target dates, budget, resource capacity, and other reports as needed.

- Facilitate regular meetings and reviews.

- Adhere to contract requirements and comply with all corporate policies and procedures.

- Lead and support assigned initiatives, ensuring activities are executed in accordance with Maximus policies, procedures, contract requirements, and industry standards.

- Collaborate with project managers, leadership, and cross-functional teams to plan, execute, monitor, and support projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and according to scope.

- Develop, maintain, and monitor project work plans, schedules, milestones, deliverables, budgets, resource capacity, and project status.

- Gather, analyze, and interpret client and project data to provide assessments, recommendations, and solutions that support project objectives and informed decision-making.

- Produce high-quality project deliverables, reports, and documentation that meet scope, quality, schedule, and financial performance expectations.

- Facilitate project meetings, stakeholder reviews, and client engagements; document outcomes and track action items to completion.

- Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships through professional, solution-oriented communication and exceptional service delivery.

- Monitor project progress, risks, dependencies, due dates, and performance metrics, providing regular status updates and recommendations to leadership and clients.

- Contribute to client satisfaction and project success by proactively identifying opportunities to improve outcomes, increase value, and address challenges.

- Support business development efforts by identifying potential sales opportunities and contributing to proposal development when needed.

- Manage and coordinate relationships with project team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment, accountability, and successful execution.

- Work independently and efficiently in a remote environment while exercising sound judgment, seeking guidance when appropriate, and leveraging subject matter expertise as needed.

- Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, demonstrating professionalism, collaboration, and adaptability in all interactions.

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in related field.

- 7-10 years of relevant professional experience required.

- Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

- 7-10 years of relevant professional experience with the WIC Program working for a State agency, EBT processor, or in a consulting capacity.

- Experience in system modernization consulting services for Health and Human Services Programs, including:

• Development of planning documents such as Alternatives Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, and Feasibility Studies
• Development of Implementation Advance Planning Documents (IAPDs)
• Development of procurement documents (e.g., Requests for Proposals (RFP), Statements of Work (SOW), etc.)
• System requirements development
• Project Management
• Quality Assurance

- Experience working with the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program.

- Knowledge of WIC policies, procedures, eligibility processes, and program regulations.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Experience ensuring accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance with state and federal program requirements.

- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with internal teams, stakeholders, and community partners.

- Must be willing and able to travel up to 20%.

Home Office Requirements

- Internet speed of 20mbps or higher required (you can test this by going to www.speedtest.net).

- Connectivity to the internet via either Wi-Fi or Category 5 or 6 ethernet patch cable to the home router.

- Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US.

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.