Principal HR Consultant

Lead Complex HR Consulting Work that Shapes Public Sector Organizations At CPS HR Consulting, we partner with public agencies to build high-performing organizations that serve communities. As a Principal HR Consultant, you will operate at the highest individual contributor level, leading complex engagements, advising senior leaders, and shaping strategic HR solutions across the public sector. This role is ideal for an experienced consultant who thrives in ambiguity, leads with expertise, and is motivated to drive meaningful organizational change. You’ll play a key role in project leadership, project management, client strategy, and business development, while mentoring consultants and strengthening our consulting practice.

• Lead large, complex HR consulting engagements from scoping through delivery.
• Design solutions in areas across the full spectrum of the HR function.
• Oversee and mentor project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to client contacts, including executives and stakeholders.
• Develop proposals, project teams, scopes of work, and cost estimates; contribute to new business development.
• Analyze data and deliver clear, defensible recommendations.
• Present findings to clients and at industry or professional events.

Travel Requirements This is a remote position with occasional travel:

• Travel to client sites as needed to support project delivery and strengthen partnerships.
• Travel to client sites to participate in request for proposal in-person interviews.
• Attend in-person team meetings periodically to collaborate and align on strategy.

What Success Looks Like

• Successful delivery of high-impact, complex consulting engagements
• Strong, trusted relationships with client leadership
• Growth in business opportunities and client engagement
• High-quality deliverables with strategic insight
• Positive team leadership and mentorship impact

What Makes You Fit You are a strategic, independent, and relationship-driven leader who brings both technical expertise and practical consulting insight. You are comfortable leading ambiguity, influencing decision-makers, and driving results across complex environments.

• Public Sector Expertise across multiple HR disciplines (recruitment, policy, employee relations, labor relations, classification/compensation, workplace investigations, etc.)
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and manage client relationships
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience in the public sector strongly preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or qualifying experience on a year for year basis).

Experience

• 6+ years of progressive HR or consulting experience

Ready to Apply? Submit your application, resume, and cover letter using the "Apply" button above by the closing date listed.

• Application Review: After the posting closes, our team will review all applications.
• Interview Scheduling: Selected candidates will be contacted via email and/or text with a link to choose an interview time that works best for you.
• First-Round Interviews: Anticipated the week of June 22.
• Next Steps: Additional interviews will move forward shortly after.
• Offer Timeline: A conditional offer is anticipated soon after the interview process concludes.
• References: References will be requested at the time of application but will only be contacted if you are selected for a conditional offer.

Stay Connected We’ll keep you informed every step of the way via email and text. To avoid missing scheduling links or important updates, please make sure your contact details and notification preferences are current. We’re a mission-driven, employee-centered consulting organization that exists to support the public sector. At CPS HR, you’ll work alongside professionals who are passionate about serving communities through government excellence.