How to hire a quality consultant

How to hire a quality consultant, step by step

Here's a step-by-step quality consultant hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a quality consultant job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new quality consultant
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your quality consultant job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a quality consultant for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A quality consultant's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, quality consultants from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents quality consultant salaries for various positions.

   Type of Quality Consultant	Description	Hourly rate
   Quality Consultant		$29-49
   Quality Supervisor	A quality supervisor is a professional who manages and implements the quality assurance and control systems of a company to ensure the proper execution of products and customer satisfaction. Quality supervisors oversee a team of quality control analysts and train them on the latest product standards... Show more	$20-40
   Quality Assurance Coordinator	As the quality assurance (QA) coordinator, it is your responsibility to ensure that a company's quality assurance standards and procedures are met. You will perform various QA-related tasks, which include tracking and reporting all activities, procedures, and processes, developing auditing tools to improve the internal auditing process, and conducting regular reviews and inspections to ensure employee adherence to safety and quality standards... Show more	$18-39

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Healthcare
   • Data Collection
   • Project Management
   • Patient Safety
   • Performance Improvement
   • Quality Improvement
   • Metrics
   • Data Analysis
   • Quality Standards
   • CMS
   • DMAIC
   • Sigma
   • Process Improvement
   • Home Health

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead cross functional project team to build user-friendly windows base customer support applications which interface with the OmniPlan/OmniPlus mainframe application.
   • Assist in the review of members records and work on reconciliations to submit to CMS for HEDIS.
   • Provide independent verification for FDA remediation efforts and assure GRQP CAPA requirements are effectively deploy.
   • Evaluate the HEDIS and CAHPS data and present to appropriate committees for further analysis including root cause analysis.
   • Collect, analyze and report data to monitor outcomes and meet HEDIS, NCQA and regulatory reporting requirements.
   • Provide expertise in the interpretation and application of 21CFR 110 & 111, HACCP and ISO certification for corporate management.

   More quality consultant duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the quality consultant job description is a good way to get more applicants. A quality consultant salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a quality consultant in Montana may be lower than in California, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level quality consultant. Additionally, a quality consultant with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average quality consultant salary

   $79,541yearly

   $38.24 hourly rate

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   Entry-level quality consultant salary

   $61,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average quality consultant salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$103,992	$50
   2	Washington	$92,015	$44
   3	Nevada	$90,258	$43
   4	Oregon	$88,856	$43
   5	Michigan	$88,179	$42
   6	New York	$87,270	$42
   7	Louisiana	$82,711	$40
   8	Connecticut	$82,311	$40
   9	Virginia	$82,046	$39
   10	New Jersey	$81,706	$39
   11	Texas	$80,867	$39
   12	Utah	$79,528	$38
   13	Wisconsin	$79,327	$38
   14	Arizona	$78,626	$38
   15	Massachusetts	$77,039	$37
   16	Pennsylvania	$76,485	$37
   17	Georgia	$74,954	$36
   18	Ohio	$74,727	$36
   19	Minnesota	$72,564	$35
   20	Illinois	$72,264	$35

   Average quality consultant salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Aetna	$95,864	$46.09
   2	Liberty Mutual Insurance	$87,376	$42.01	4
   3	Ventois	$85,936	$41.32
   4	Zurich	$84,707	$40.72	77
   5	Highmark	$83,866	$40.32	110
   6	Dell	$83,850	$40.31	2
   7	OneAmerica	$83,203	$40.00	2
   8	ERM	$83,142	$39.97	104
   9	Capgemini	$82,225	$39.53	84
   10	Deloitte	$80,753	$38.82	2,396
   11	Wise Men Consultants	$80,735	$38.81
   12	Veeva Systems	$80,540	$38.72	48
   13	Cerner	$80,479	$38.69
   14	Wells Fargo	$80,361	$38.64	9
   15	Technosoft	$80,169	$38.54
   16	Oracle	$79,631	$38.28	1,170
   17	NGA Group	$79,264	$38.11
   18	INSYS Group	$78,777	$37.87
   19	Randstad North America, Inc.	$78,513	$37.75	8
   20	SoftSages Technology	$78,403	$37.69	1

4. Writing a quality consultant job description

   A quality consultant job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a quality consultant job description:

   Quality consultant job description example

   • Bachelor's Degree and 5 or more years of experience in Technical Claims, Claims or other Insurance area

   OR

   • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree with 5 or more years of experience in the Technical Claims, Claims or other Insurance area

   OR

   • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Technical Claims, Claims or other Insurance area

   AND

   • Knowledge of business and compliance practices in the insurance industry

   Preferred:

   • Technical Claims experience in General Liability, Financial Lines, Latent & Environmental, or Surety.

   • Strong communication and negotiation skills

   • Effective conflict resolution, presentation and project management skills

   • Auditing experience

   Competencies Collaborate Together Develop & Grow Puts Customers First Fuel Innovation Motivational fit Provide Clear Direction Make it Happen Building Trust Performance Engagement

   
   As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols ( ), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or a negative COVID test result when applicable, to a third-party vendor. These protocols are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time.
   
   A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

   Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 . Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.
   
   As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
   
   Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
   
   Location(s): AM - Addison, AM - Schaumburg, AM - Atlanta, AM - Overland Park, AM - Dallas, AM - Parsippany, AM - Rancho Cordova, AM - Rocky Hill, AM - Owings Mills
   Remote Working: No
   Schedule: Full Time
   
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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right quality consultant for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your quality consultant job on Zippia to find and recruit quality consultant candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit quality consultants, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new quality consultant

   Once you've decided on a perfect quality consultant candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new quality consultant first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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