EMERGENT METHOD

Emergent Method is seeking a qualified Business Analyst to support an IT project for a state government agency. This is a full-time position based in Baton Rouge, LA, that will support an active system development effort. Local candidates with the ability to maintain an onsite working presence are preferred, though remote candidates will be considered and are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate is experienced, self-motivated, and adept in handling a wide range of business analysis and data-related tasks. This individual must be adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic project environment. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: - Serve as a support resource for data migration and conversion activities - Document business processes and requirements around data conversion approaches - Translate business requirements into functional and technical designs, including implementing stories and process flows - Conduct data analysis and profiling to ensure accuracy and consistency in data migration efforts - Create and execute complex SQL queries to assist with technical design, data cleansing, and resolution of bugs/defects - Work closely with technical teams to ensure requirements align with data conversion strategies - Recommend eliminating, retaining, or enhancing business processes and document results - Collaborate with source systems, data analysts, and modelers to build scalable data solutions - Analyze source data and perform gap analysis, source-to-target mappings, and data integration design - Provide support for user acceptance testing (UAT) and IT application testing related to data migration Minimum qualifications include: - Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, information systems, or a related field - At least four (4) years of experience in data migration, cleansing, and conversion projects - At least three (3) years of experience in data analysis using SQL queries - Experience translating business requirements into functional and technical designs - Ability to create complex SQL queries - Experience working with system-testing tools such as Jira - Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills - Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment Background Emergent Method is a nationally recognized management consulting firm focused on developing and implementing plans, programs, and initiatives that result in transformative impact. We are focused on strengthening the skills, capacity, and resources of our clients to support them in creating unique and valuable experiences for their stakeholders. With an uncommonly high degree of ownership in the work we do, our team thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering solutions built to last, and driving transformational growth. We work from the inside out — fully engaged with our client teams and invested in their success. Their most pressing challenges and opportunities become our own. Our flexible, adaptable approach allows us to work seamlessly as trusted advisers, embedded team members, or both, to support client needs, using every engagement as an opportunity to deliver powerful results, together. Our expertise travels well to all markets and benefits all sectors, allowing us to work wherever there’s a good client fit. Our consultants have significant experience working across a wide range of industries and in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. We successfully work within the bounds of both large-scale projects that may span years as well as short-term, time-sensitive efforts. Our integrated, interdisciplinary team of consultants brings an expansive range of skillsets and experience to power a broad scope of services and solutions. Whether you are looking to develop or implement a new strategy, brand, marketing or communication campaign, IT system, program, or a unique and innovative project, we stand ready to be your partner. For more information, visit emergentmethod.com. Emergent Method and associated entities are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Emergent Method is seeking a versatile and strategic professional to join our team as a management consultant. This individual will lead and support a variety of complex, high-visibility consulting engagements across a variety of sectors and disciplines, including strategic planning, organizational design, stakeholder engagement, economic and community development, and project management. This is a full-time position based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; remote candidates will be considered, provided they are able to travel as needed. The ideal candidate is experienced in strategic and organizational planning with exceptional communication skills, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to manage multi-faceted initiatives from concept to execution. They should be creative, collaborative, highly organized, and committed to delivering thoughtful, high-quality work products. They should also be comfortable working with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, community partners, business leaders, and the public, while serving as a trusted advisor to clients. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - Lead and manage complex projects, ensuring clear direction, structure, and delivery of high-quality work products - Develop and execute communication strategies and stakeholder engagement plans tailored to diverse audiences - Facilitate collaboration among clients, partners, and community stakeholders through meetings, workshops, presentations, and other engagement activities - Conduct research, analyze data, synthesize findings, and develop recommendations to inform project strategy and decision-making - Prepare compelling written content, including strategic plans, reports, presentations, messaging frameworks, talking points, and public-facing communications - Support organizational and strategic planning for public and private sector clients through planning, program design, policy analysis, and project coordination - Develop and maintain project timelines, deliverables, budgets, and status documentation; track progress and proactively communicate updates to clients and team members - Serve as a thought partner to clients by identifying challenges, recommending solutions, and providing strategic guidance across projects - Represent the firm and clients in meetings, public forums, and stakeholder sessions with professionalism - Uphold the firm’s reputation by delivering exceptional client service, maintaining attention to detail, and consistently exceeding expectations Minimum qualifications include: - Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, communications, public policy, business, or a related field; master’s degree preferred - Five to ten years of experience in consulting, project management, strategic communications, community development, economic development, government relations, or similar work - Demonstrated experience leading or managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects with multiple stakeholder groups - Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft clear, compelling, and strategic content for varied audiences - Experience with stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and public-facing initiatives - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced environments, manage competing priorities, and consistently meet deadlines - Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills - Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management tools - Ability to travel as needed and work occasional non-standard hours Preferred skills: - Experience working with public sector organizations and advising senior-level decision makers in strategic matters - Experience developing impactful strategies and plans, communications, engagement approaches, and policy recommendations - Ability to translate complex concepts into accessible, engaging content - Comfort working with creative teams, including designers, content creators, and subject matter experts - A track record of building strong client and stakeholder relationships and serving as a trusted advisor Why Emergent Method? At Emergent Method, we have a culture you won’t find anywhere else. We offer a flexible and fun environment where each team member can create their own success by challenging themselves, learning new skills, and contributing towards exciting projects that impact the communities we serve. We trust our teammates, believe in their talents, and celebrate their successes. We’re just as serious about developing our team and fostering a supportive, encouraging environment as we are about doing quality work for our clients. Our team shares a vision of being singular, unequaled, and extraordinary. While being a part of the Method often means going outside of your comfort zone, leaning into discomfort, thinking outside of the box, and being part of a collaborative and dynamic team, it will ultimately lead to unparalleled personal and professional growth. You’ll catch us hanging out on the weekends, having monthly happy hours, throwing great office parties and events (both virtual and in-person), and planning a variety of after-work get-togethers because we enjoy being around each other. Whether in our Baton Rouge headquarters, or working remote throughout the U.S., we’re constantly communicating, chatting on Slack, and staying as connected as ever — no matter where we are. We are committed to our employees the same way they are committed to us, and we trust our team to get the job done, whether in the office or working from home. Beyond our focus on culture, we offer the following benefits to our team: - Competitive salary and bonuses - Monthly technology and wellness stipends - Comprehensive healthcare benefits - Flexible work hours and working environments, including unlimited time off - Top-of-the-line tools and technology equipment - Frequent care packages and gift cards to spoil our employees - Financial support and time off for training, conferences, certifications, and other opportunities for professional growth and development Background Emergent Method is a nationally recognized management consulting firm focused on developing and implementing plans, programs, and initiatives that result in transformative impact. We are focused on strengthening the skills, capacity, and resources of our clients to support them in creating unique and valuable experiences for their stakeholders. With an uncommonly high degree of ownership in the work we do, our team thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering solutions built to last, and driving transformational growth. We work from the inside out — fully engaged with our client teams and invested in their success. Their most pressing challenges and opportunities become our own. Our flexible, adaptable approach allows us to work seamlessly as trusted advisers, embedded team members, or both, to support client needs, using every engagement as an opportunity to deliver powerful results, together. Our expertise travels well to all markets and benefits all sectors, allowing us to work wherever there’s a good client fit. Our consultants have significant experience working across a wide range of industries and in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. We successfully work within the bounds of both large-scale projects that may span years as well as short-term, time-sensitive efforts. Our integrated, interdisciplinary team of consultants brings an expansive range of skillsets and experience to power a broad scope of services and solutions. Whether you are looking to develop or implement a new strategy, brand, marketing or communication campaign, IT system, program, or a unique and innovative project, we stand ready to be your partner. For more information, visit emergentmethod.com. Emergent Method and associated entities are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Emergent Method is seeking a dynamic communication, marketing, and/or public relations professional to join our team as a communication consultant. This role will be responsible for supporting a wide variety of public relations, outreach and engagement, and strategic communication initiatives and projects for the firm and its clients. This is a full-time position based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong writing, copywriting, and editing skills and an ability to create compelling content and messaging for a variety of mediums and deliverables. Additionally, this individual should have a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail, an eagerness to learn and grow professionally, the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and a creative, solutions-oriented mindset. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - Support client engagements related to strategic communication, public relations, social media management, stakeholder engagement, public outreach, research, or other needs - Use problem-solving skills to identify client needs, define goals and objectives, and coordinate and develop communication deliverables, plans, and campaigns that are strategic, comprehensive, and aligned with client goals - Create external communications, including press releases, marketing collateral, social media content, and other deliverables for a variety of projects and clients - Support and develop strategies to plan and disseminate materials and deliverables through appropriate communication channels - Utilize project management skills for proactive communication with clients and team members, documenting project progress and meetings, tracking and reporting progress on project milestones, understanding client needs, developing appropriate timelines and processes, seeking feedback, and delivering above-satisfactory deliverables and work products - Learn and understand a wide variety of subject matter related to client industries - Think critically and demonstrate true problem-solving skills with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and complete tasks and projects with minimal oversight - Serve as a trusted client resource and uphold the firm’s reputation by remaining client-focused and committed to delivering above and beyond expectations Minimum qualifications include: - Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, public relations, English, journalism, communication studies, or a related field - One to three years of experience in communication, marketing, journalism, public relations, public outreach, communications consulting, or related experience that clearly demonstrates comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities - Experience working for an advertising or public relations agency is a plus - Demonstrate skills in content development and copy editing, with expertise in AP and related style guidelines - Ability to conceptualize and execute on a variety of communication efforts, including in-person, print, and digital outreach - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and commitment to deadlines, with the ability to manage projects, deadlines, and deliverables - Personable and eager to build meaningful relationships with team members and clients - Ability to take initiative to complete tasks and take ownership over timelines and work product - Ability to multitask, shift from project to project, and balance competing priorities - Strong willingness to learn new skills and adopt new methodologies; open minded and accepting of feedback - Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Access - Experience working in Adobe InDesign is a plus Why Emergent Method? At Emergent Method, we have a culture you won’t find anywhere else. We offer a flexible and fun environment where each team member can create their own success by challenging themselves, learning new skills, and contributing towards exciting projects that impact the communities we serve. We trust our teammates, believe in their talents, and celebrate their successes. We’re just as serious about developing our team and fostering a supportive, encouraging environment as we are about doing quality work for our clients. Our team shares a vision of being singular, unequaled, and extraordinary. While being a part of the Method often means going outside of your comfort zone, leaning into discomfort, thinking outside of the box, and being part of a collaborative and dynamic team, it will ultimately lead to unparalleled personal and professional growth. You’ll catch us hanging out on the weekends, having monthly happy hours, throwing great office parties and events (both virtual and in-person), and planning a variety of after-work get-togethers because we enjoy being around each other. Whether in our Baton Rouge headquarters, or working remote throughout the U.S., we’re constantly communicating, chatting on Slack, and staying as connected as ever — no matter where we are. We are committed to our employees the same way they are committed to us, and we trust our team to get the job done, whether in the office or working from home. Beyond our focus on culture, we offer the following benefits to our team: - Competitive salary and bonuses - Monthly technology and wellness stipends - Comprehensive healthcare benefits - Flexible work hours and working environments, including unlimited time off - Top-of-the-line tools and technology equipment - Frequent care packages and gift cards to spoil our employees - Financial support and time off for training, conferences, certifications, and other opportunities for professional growth and development Background Emergent Method is a nationally recognized management consulting firm focused on developing and implementing plans, programs, and initiatives that result in transformative impact. We are focused on strengthening the skills, capacity, and resources of our clients to support them in creating unique and valuable experiences for their stakeholders. With an uncommonly high degree of ownership in the work we do, our team thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering solutions built to last, and driving transformational growth. We work from the inside out — fully engaged with our client teams and invested in their success. Their most pressing challenges and opportunities become our own. Our flexible, adaptable approach allows us to work seamlessly as trusted advisers, embedded team members, or both, to support client needs, using every engagement as an opportunity to deliver powerful results, together. Our expertise travels well to all markets and benefits all sectors, allowing us to work wherever there’s a good client fit. Our consultants have significant experience working across a wide range of industries and in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. We successfully work within the bounds of both large-scale projects that may span years as well as short-term, time-sensitive efforts. Our integrated, interdisciplinary team of consultants brings an expansive range of skillsets and experience to power a broad scope of services and solutions. Whether you are looking to develop or implement a new strategy, brand, marketing or communication campaign, IT system, program, or a unique and innovative project, we stand ready to be your partner. For more information, visit emergentmethod.com. Emergent Method and associated entities are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Emergent Method is seeking a qualified Data Conversion Business Analyst to support the design and testing of the data conversion activities for a state government agency. This is a full-time position that will support ongoing project operations. Remote candidates will be considered and are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate is experienced, self-motivated, and adept in handling a wide range of business analysis and data-related tasks. This individual must be flexible, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and willing to embrace the challenges of supporting the continued development and success of a growing workforce. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Work with the end-user identifying and documenting business and technical requirements Minimum qualifications include: A bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, information systems, or a related field At least two years of experience serving as a data conversion business analyst (or directly involved in data conversion activities) At least five years working with relationship databases At least five years in implementing SQL queries At least five years of experience in translating business requirements into functional and technical designs At least five years working with end-users to identify and document requirements as well as to document detail designs At least three years of experience in data analysis using SQL queries At least three years of experience in testing/validating results Experience with using JIRA Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills - ability to articulate complex concepts in a clear manner Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills High attention to detail and accuracy – strong quality of work and organizational skills Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment Experience with applying new technologies to business needs in a technologically innovative, change-driven organization Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) skills Preferred Qualifications: Experienced with State Agency IT systems Experienced in designing batch programs/processes Experienced in database designs Experienced in documenting source-to-target field-level data mappings Experienced in working with end-users identifying and addressing data quality issues Background Emergent Method is a nationally recognized management consulting firm focused on developing and implementing plans, programs, and initiatives that result in transformative impact. We are focused on strengthening the skills, capacity, and resources of our clients to support them in creating unique and valuable experiences for their stakeholders. With an uncommonly high degree of ownership in the work we do, our team thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering solutions built to last, and driving transformational growth. We work from the inside out — fully engaged with our client teams and invested in their success. Their most pressing challenges and opportunities become our own. Our flexible, adaptable approach allows us to work seamlessly as trusted advisers, embedded team members, or both, to support client needs, using every engagement as an opportunity to deliver powerful results, together. Our expertise travels well to all markets and benefits all sectors, allowing us to work wherever there’s a good client fit. Our consultants have significant experience working across a wide range of industries and in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. We successfully work within the bounds of both large-scale projects that may span years as well as short-term, time-sensitive efforts. Our integrated, interdisciplinary team of consultants brings an expansive range of skillsets and experience to power a broad scope of services and solutions. Whether you are looking to develop or implement a new strategy, brand, marketing or communication campaign, IT system, program, or a unique and innovative project, we stand ready to be your partner. For more information, visit emergentmethod.com. Emergent Method and associated entities are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.