Lean Six Sigma Consultant

RESPEC is seeking a Lean Six Sigma Consultant to support one of our state and local government clients as part of a major legacy modernization project. The consultant will lead value stream mapping and process improvement efforts to transition outdated, document-heavy workflows into efficient, technology-driven systems. This engagement will lay the foundation for application development and enterprise-wide transformation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead value stream mapping sessions with business and IT stakeholders.
• Analyze current processes, identify bottlenecks, and design improved future-state workflows.
• Provide actionable recommendations to eliminate waste, reduce cycle times, and improve quality.
• Develop performance metrics and establish continuous improvement frameworks.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts, Developers, and Architects to align process improvements with technology solutions.
• Document findings, maps, and recommendations for both leadership and technical teams.
• Mentor team members in Lean Six Sigma principles to promote sustainability of improvements.

• Proven expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodology with certification at Green Belt or Black Belt level.
• Demonstrated experience leading value stream mapping initiatives.
• 5+ years of experience in process improvement, business transformation, or operational excellence.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to translate process findings into practical, measurable outcomes.

Nice to Have:

• Prior experience with state or government agencies.
• Familiarity with IT modernization or technology-driven transformation projects.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform, Dataverse, or enterprise workflow tools.
• Black Belt certification strongly preferred for complex enterprise initiatives.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.