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Executive Director, Human Services
Princeton, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Executive
Specialty
Executive Director
Location
08540, Princeton, New Jersey, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/11/24
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 using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions and promote equity and social justice in wide-ranging policy areas, from education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, health, 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 companys 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.
The Human Services unit seeks executive directors for the Children, Youth, and Families (CYF) Division and the Education and Employment Division (EED). The executive director has responsibility for overseeing the supervision, management, and development of staff in the division. The executive director reports to the managing director of the division and works in collaboration with other Human Services unit leaders to further the priorities and strategic direction of the unit. The executive director supervises the leaders of the divisions five functions: Data Analytics; Learning and Strategy; Operations and Project Management; Research and Evaluation; and Surveys and Data Collection.
Responsibilities include:
Establish a sense of community and shared experience in the division, engage with staff, seek staff input, and foster high staff morale
Enhance and maintain management structures
Ensure that division approaches to staff development and management align with the priorities and strategic direction of the HS unit and Mathematica, including client experience; diversity, equity, and inclusion; technology transformation; and innovation
Oversee the creation, implementation, and continuous improvement of staff development approaches, training plans, and career pathways across the division
Oversee the execution and continuous improvement of processes to assign staff to projects and proposals
Facilitate and promote the ability to work across divisions and across functions
Partner with Human Resources (HR) in the ongoing improvement and implementation of performance reviews, compensation processes, and other corporate HR initiatives
Develop and manage function leads
Supervise and support the development of the function leads in the division and other senior staff
Develop a high performing, collaborative team among the function leads that works effectively across both Human Services divisions with clear expectations, support, mentoring, regular feedback, and accountability
Collaborate with the function leads in the development of supervisors
Oversee staff recruitment
Propose new positions and recruiting targets to meet the priorities and strategic direction of the division and unit through coordinating with function leads and account leaders
Oversee recruiting activities in the division in collaboration with HR
Support strategy, business growth and diversification, and innovation
Engage with human services account leaders to understand area strategies and support those strategies through staff development and management and fostering thought leadership
Support the function leads in the development and execution of plans for growing and diversifying work aligned with Human Services strategy and building staff capacity to meet client needs
Promote coordination and collaboration between function leads and account leaders
Support the development and fostering of innovations in approaches, processes, and technology adoption
Contribute to leadership of the Human Services unit and Mathematica
Serve on the leadership team for the Human Services unit; contribute to the development and implementation of Human Services initiatives
Collaborate across HS divisions, systems & technology, and survey operations to promote inclusive, consistent approaches
Contribute to Mathematica leadership; support company initiatives and facilitate dissemination of key information
Facilitate collaboration and collegiality within and across Mathematica
Lead projects and proposals
The executive director leads and works on client projects and proposals for roughly half of their time
Position Requirements:
Visionary leader who is strategic and passionate about sustaining a high-performance culture that is inclusive and collaborative
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; ability to integrate diverse views
Demonstrated ability to lead change and manage using a collaborative, team-building approach
Ability to oversee a team of more than 150 staff in a professional services environment
Powerful communication skills with ability to effectively engage and inspire colleagues
Demonstrated ability to effectively delegate
Demonstrated ability to mentor, support, and foster leadership in colleagues
A Masters or Doctorate degree public policy, social science, or other relevant discipline or a combination of equivalent education and work experience
Minimum of ten years of experience in research, consulting, or related fields
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $180,000 - $220,000. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.
For full consideration, please apply by April 3, 2023. We offer remote flexibility. Available locations: Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor; MI, Oakland, CA; Seattle, WA; Remote
We take pride in our employees and in their commitment to excellence. We encourage staff to collaborate in developing creative solutions to difficult problems and to share the responsibility and enjoyment of carrying out complex projects. This collegial spirit has helped us earn our reputation for innovative and high-quality work. As a winner of the "Excellence in Diversity Award," we know that building an inclusive culture based on the diverse strengths of employees from different backgrounds is key to our success.
In accordance with Executive Order 14042 and its implementing guidelines, all Mathematica employees must provide documentation that they have been fully vaccinated or obtain an accommodation through Human Resources by providing documentation from a licensed health care provider that they are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because of a disability (which would include medical conditions) or provide an attestation that they are entitled to an accommodation because of a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.
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.
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 using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions and promote equity and social justice in wide-ranging policy areas, from education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, health, 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 companys 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.
The Human Services unit seeks executive directors for the Children, Youth, and Families (CYF) Division and the Education and Employment Division (EED). The executive director has responsibility for overseeing the supervision, management, and development of staff in the division. The executive director reports to the managing director of the division and works in collaboration with other Human Services unit leaders to further the priorities and strategic direction of the unit. The executive director supervises the leaders of the divisions five functions: Data Analytics; Learning and Strategy; Operations and Project Management; Research and Evaluation; and Surveys and Data Collection.
Responsibilities include:
Establish a sense of community and shared experience in the division, engage with staff, seek staff input, and foster high staff morale
Enhance and maintain management structures
Ensure that division approaches to staff development and management align with the priorities and strategic direction of the HS unit and Mathematica, including client experience; diversity, equity, and inclusion; technology transformation; and innovation
Oversee the creation, implementation, and continuous improvement of staff development approaches, training plans, and career pathways across the division
Oversee the execution and continuous improvement of processes to assign staff to projects and proposals
Facilitate and promote the ability to work across divisions and across functions
Partner with Human Resources (HR) in the ongoing improvement and implementation of performance reviews, compensation processes, and other corporate HR initiatives
Develop and manage function leads
Supervise and support the development of the function leads in the division and other senior staff
Develop a high performing, collaborative team among the function leads that works effectively across both Human Services divisions with clear expectations, support, mentoring, regular feedback, and accountability
Collaborate with the function leads in the development of supervisors
Oversee staff recruitment
Propose new positions and recruiting targets to meet the priorities and strategic direction of the division and unit through coordinating with function leads and account leaders
Oversee recruiting activities in the division in collaboration with HR
Support strategy, business growth and diversification, and innovation
Engage with human services account leaders to understand area strategies and support those strategies through staff development and management and fostering thought leadership
Support the function leads in the development and execution of plans for growing and diversifying work aligned with Human Services strategy and building staff capacity to meet client needs
Promote coordination and collaboration between function leads and account leaders
Support the development and fostering of innovations in approaches, processes, and technology adoption
Contribute to leadership of the Human Services unit and Mathematica
Serve on the leadership team for the Human Services unit; contribute to the development and implementation of Human Services initiatives
Collaborate across HS divisions, systems & technology, and survey operations to promote inclusive, consistent approaches
Contribute to Mathematica leadership; support company initiatives and facilitate dissemination of key information
Facilitate collaboration and collegiality within and across Mathematica
Lead projects and proposals
The executive director leads and works on client projects and proposals for roughly half of their time
Position Requirements:
Visionary leader who is strategic and passionate about sustaining a high-performance culture that is inclusive and collaborative
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; ability to integrate diverse views
Demonstrated ability to lead change and manage using a collaborative, team-building approach
Ability to oversee a team of more than 150 staff in a professional services environment
Powerful communication skills with ability to effectively engage and inspire colleagues
Demonstrated ability to effectively delegate
Demonstrated ability to mentor, support, and foster leadership in colleagues
A Masters or Doctorate degree public policy, social science, or other relevant discipline or a combination of equivalent education and work experience
Minimum of ten years of experience in research, consulting, or related fields
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $180,000 - $220,000. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.
For full consideration, please apply by April 3, 2023. We offer remote flexibility. Available locations: Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor; MI, Oakland, CA; Seattle, WA; Remote
We take pride in our employees and in their commitment to excellence. We encourage staff to collaborate in developing creative solutions to difficult problems and to share the responsibility and enjoyment of carrying out complex projects. This collegial spirit has helped us earn our reputation for innovative and high-quality work. As a winner of the "Excellence in Diversity Award," we know that building an inclusive culture based on the diverse strengths of employees from different backgrounds is key to our success.
In accordance with Executive Order 14042 and its implementing guidelines, all Mathematica employees must provide documentation that they have been fully vaccinated or obtain an accommodation through Human Resources by providing documentation from a licensed health care provider that they are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because of a disability (which would include medical conditions) or provide an attestation that they are entitled to an accommodation because of a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.
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.