Senior Director, Strategic Consulting - Child Welfare

Casey Family Programs; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Parental leave & sabbatical

Job summary

Casey Family Programs seeks a Sr. Director - Strategic Consulting to lead systems improvement efforts in child welfare, coordinating with state, national, and local partners to drive lasting change. The role emphasizes data-driven strategies, risk management, and effective stakeholder engagement.

The position involves travel across the United States and requires strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills to influence policy and practice in diverse jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Master’s or BA with progressive leadership experience in public child welfare or related field.
• Experience consulting at cabinet-level public administration or senior management roles.
• Strong planning, systems change, and multi-state program knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal and external collaborators to improve child welfare systems across sectors.
• Shape policy, practice, and laws to achieve system-wide impact at local, state and national levels.
• Design and manage projects, monitor risk, and report progress to senior leadership.
• Provide data-driven, outcome-focused strategies to stakeholders.
• Represent Casey in state and national workgroups and workshops.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree in Human Services / Public Administration

BA in Human Services / Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Casey Family Programs seeks a Sr. Director - Strategic Consulting to lead systems improvement efforts in child welfare, coordinating with state, national, and local partners to drive lasting change. The role emphasizes data-driven strategies, risk management, and effective stakeholder engagement.

The position involves travel across the United States and requires strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills to influence policy and practice in diverse jurisdictions.