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Position Description:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Read more about our benefits here: https://www.mathematica.org/career-opportunities/benefits-at-a-glance.

We are seeking a Senior Child Welfare Lead for an anticipated contract to act as Associate Director and lead efforts supporting improvements in child welfare systems. This role is contingent on HHS contract award to Mathematica.

Duties of the position:

• Engage with clients remotely and on-site to understand the challenges they face and work collaboratively with them to develop innovative technical assistance and program improvement solutions
• Direct multi-disciplinary project teams and oversee all aspects of high-quality project delivery
• Design and implement project and performance management processes with staff, subcontractors and consultants, assessing and managing project risk
• Disseminate project findings and other information to policymakers and other professional audiences

Position Requirements:

• Ph.D., Masters, or equivalent work experience in social work, psychology, public policy, sociology, education, or related field
• Ten or more years’ experience in child welfare with expertise in one or more of the following areas: child welfare practice, training, and administration; strategic consulting; research and evaluation; data analysis and continuous quality improvement; change management, with at least 5 of those years leading and directing teams and interacting directly with program leaders.
• Experience leading efforts that support organizational and/or program improvement
• Demonstrated ability to lead large expert multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including an ability to translate evidence for program and policy audiences
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-disciplinary teams

A cover letter and CV must be submitted at the time of application.

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $140,000-$200,000. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.

Available Locations:  Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Remote

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.