About Mathematica:

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 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.

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Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

We are seeking Advisory Services Analysts with prior experience in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), particularly SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T)[EB1] , to support federal, state, and other clients. Ideal candidates will bring experience in SNAP policy, program operations, SNAP E&T administration, workforce or provider partnerships, technical assistance, research, data analysis, and program improvement.

Advisory Services Analysts work on multidisciplinary teams to provide strategic advisory and technical assistance and develop practical, evidence-informed solutions to clients’ policy and operational challenges. Analysts contribute to technical assistance, policy analysis, research, and program implementation and improvement while taking ownership of assigned tasks and workstreams. They will build on their existing SNAP and SNAP E&T experience while expanding their substantive expertise, client-facing skills, and project responsibilities.

Relevant policy and operational experience for SNAP may relate to eligibility and certification, benefit delivery and workflow, program integrity and payment accuracy, customer service, systems modernization, and administrative data; and for SNAP E&T may relate to program design and operation, workforce and provider partnerships, participant services and supports, data and reporting, and fiscal management.

Responsibilities

Advisory Services Analysts with a focus on SNAP and SNAP E&T will be expected to:

• Contribute to multidisciplinary project teams and take ownership of assigned tasks and workstreams.
• Analyze SNAP and SNAP E&T policies, program requirements, implementation approaches, and operational challenges and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and synthesize qualitative and/or quantitative information.
• Support technical assistance and advisory engagements with federal, state, and local agencies, workforce partners, service providers, and other organizations through activities such as needs assessment, research, development of tools and resources, facilitation, training, and responses to policy and programmatic questions.
• Draft clear, high-quality client deliverables, including memos, briefs, reports, case studies, presentations, technical documentation, proposals, and implementation tools.
• Communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical audiences and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues from multiple disciplines and, as experience grows, lead defined tasks or workstreams with guidance from project leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public policy, public administration, economics, nutrition, behavioral or social sciences, statistics, public health, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant professional experience, including experience with SNAP and SNAP E&T policy, program administration, operations, technical assistance, research, data analysis, or program improvement.
• Working knowledge of SNAP and SNAP E&T policy and program operations as described above.
• Experience conducting policy or program analysis, research, technical assistance, program implementation, or program operations in nutrition assistance, human services, workforce development, or a related field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, concise materials for diverse audiences.
• Strong collaboration, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Some travel may be required, up to 10 percent.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample with your application.

This position offers an anticipated base salary of $70,000 - $90,000 annually.

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, orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

At Mathematica, we understand the importance of building relationships with colleagues. If you’re not located near one of our offices but would like opportunities to meet up with co-workers, we offer coworking spaces where available. Ask your Talent Acquisition partner for more information about this opportunity and whether it’s an option in your area.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Various federal agencies with whom we contract require that staff successfully undergo security clearance as a condition of working on the project. If you are assigned to such a project, you will be required to obtain the requisite security clearance. Additionally, if you participate in or complete the application process and are denied, Mathematica may choose to terminate your employment.

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