Junior Professional 2026P-0019
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Ascension, LLC is building a bench of experienced on-call consultants for the role of Junior Professional – Engagement Support Analyst to support planning-related services for a long-term public-sector client in Maryland. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who prefer flexible, task-order–based work and have experience supporting government, planning, or community-focused initiatives.
Consultants engaged under this opportunity will support discrete, well-defined Task Orders as needs arise. Work may range from short-duration assignments (hours or days) to longer engagements (weeks or months), depending on the scope of each Task Order. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours, and availability will be coordinated in advance for each assignment.
Assignments may support Community Workshops, Public Engagement, . Work may be performed remotely, virtually, or in person within Prince George’s County and Montgomery County, Maryland, as required by the Task Order.
This role is best suited for professionals who:
- Have strong independent judgment and can work with minimal supervision
- Are comfortable supporting public-sector clients and processes
- Value mission-driven work, flexibility, and professional autonomy
- Are seeking supplemental or portfolio-based consulting work, not full-time employment
Position Summary
Provides professional support to engagement Task Orders under supervision.
Responsibilities
- Meeting logistics and coordination
- Note-taking and documentation
- Draft summaries and engagement logs
How to Apply
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| Job Category | Management Consulting |
| MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS | Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, information systems, data analytics, social sciences, or a related field | Ability to work effectively in a remote or hybrid team environment |
| REQUIRED SKILLS | 0–3 years of relevant experience, including internships, fellowships, or entry-level roles | Strong written and verbal communication skills |
| TECHNICAL SKILLS | Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook | Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision | Strong attention to detail and organizational skills |
| DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Prior experience supporting government or public-sector projects | Familiarity with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, or similar collaboration tools | Exposure to data analysis, reporting, dashboards, or performance metrics | Experience supporting project management or operational teams | Interest in public-sector consulting, program management, or data-driven decision-making |
| SUITABILITY/SECURITY REQUIREMENTS | Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, if required by the client | U.S. citizenship may be required for certain contracts |