$154,492 – $197,200
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 29, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This supervisory role leads research, data collection, and evaluation initiatives for the USDA's nutrition and food assistance programs, guiding policy decisions through evidence-based analysis. The position involves managing teams, collaborating with agency leadership, and ensuring methodological rigor in complex evaluations affecting federal programs.
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What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at GS-14 equivalent level
- Leadership experience engaging senior stakeholders on evidence and evaluation in nutrition or public assistance programs
- Advanced communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience designing and executing advanced research methodologies and data evaluation plans for strategic initiatives
- Experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams and operational workflows