Senior Director, Food Security & Nutrition Programs

Massachusetts Department Of Transitional Assistance; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Department Of Transitional Assistance seeks an Associate Commissioner for Food Security and Nutrition to lead SNAP and related nutrition programs. You will guide policy, manage multi-agency collaboration, and drive program improvements to reduce food insecurity across the Commonwealth.

Ideal candidates bring senior public administration experience, strong stakeholder skills, and a track record of innovative, data-driven program leadership within state government.

Qualifications

• Seven years of managerial experience in public administration or similar fields.
• Proven track record in policy and program management for large agencies.
• Experience with SNAP or food security programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration of SNAP and related food security programs.
• Provide supervision and vision to senior program directors.
• Collaborate with interagency and community partners to advance food security.
• Develop policy and program management strategies and monitor outcomes.
• Oversee budget, contracting, and program evaluation activities.
• Advise the Commissioner on strategic, policy, and service issues.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Policy analysis

Public administration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master's degree in Public Administration

MBA or related field

Tools

MS Office

Policy analysis frameworks

Job description

The Massachusetts Department Of Transitional Assistance seeks an Associate Commissioner for Food Security and Nutrition to lead SNAP and related nutrition programs. You will guide policy, manage multi-agency collaboration, and drive program improvements to reduce food insecurity across the Commonwealth.

Ideal candidates bring senior public administration experience, strong stakeholder skills, and a track record of innovative, data-driven program leadership within state government.