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The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) assists and empowers low-income individuals and families to meet their basic needs, improve their quality of life, and achieve long-term economic self-sufficiency. DTA is actively searching for an/Assistant Director of Food Access & Nutrition/. To be successful in this position, you must be strategic, collaborative, innovative, and motivated. Reporting to the Director of Food Access and Nutrition Programs, you will provide leadership in planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) Program. Beginning this summer, the program's purpose is to ensure that continued access to food is available when school is not in session for the summer. You will collaborate with a partner agency, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), to secure the program's annual federal administrative funding and develop the yearly plan for federal approval. Additionally, you will provide leadership in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) pilot program, which allows older adults (60 ), homeless individuals and families, and people with disabilities to buy food at authorized restaurants/food trucks using their SNAP EBT card. DTA attracts people passionate about public service, who love to work in a fast-paced environment, and who are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion._ *Responsibilities (the following represent a general summary and are not all-inclusive):*** * Facilitate and support access improvement strategies and promote collaboration with external partner agencies, community-based organizations, stakeholders, and legal advocacy groups. * Ensure collaborative problem-solving and decision-making processes are utilized to maximize the effectiveness and resources of all invested parties. * Organize and facilitate formal work and focus groups to obtain and incorporate stakeholder feedback. * Collaborate with other stakeholders and government agencies to develop tools, resources, and system enhancements to improve service delivery and access. * Research, develop, and disseminate resources and tools to streamline access and assistance and improve the collaboration between DTA and its contracted providers. * Ensure rigorous adherence to federal and state reporting mandates within the summer EBT program. * Collaborate seamlessly with external partners to formulate, assess, and submit the annual Summer EBT State plan and budgets to the USDA. * Uphold the commitment to submitting all required reports to the USDA promptly. * Devote efforts to providing technical assistance and support to all Summer EBT-eligible families, school districts, and other organizations involved in the program. * As appropriate for effective program management, take ownership of the creation, maintenance, and regular updates of all contracts. Conduct training sessions for schools and partner agencies on the program requirements and host and attend events to promote the program across the Commonwealth. * Expand the SNAP Restaurant Meal Program (RMP) inMassachusetts. * Conduct comprehensive oversight reviews of contracted restaurants and food trucks to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and the success and integrity of the RMP. * Organize collaborative work groups consisting of government agencies, community-based organizations, and key players in food security. * Connect and develop relationships within the anti-hunger network to further identify partnership opportunities. * Research collaborative initiatives nationwide to identify best practices and develop outreach and nutrition education program recommendations. *Preferred Qualifications:* * Proficiency in Federal and State regulations, DTA policies and procedures, the local, state, and national anti-hunger network, private, public, and non-profit social service agencies, and comprehensive knowledge of the work completed by various government agencies.** * Experience with the design and implementation planning, policy, research, and evaluation processes.** * Familiar with linkages to community-based services, advocacy, and resources.** * Expertise with key entities in the food security network, social determinants of health, and the impact of food security.** * Skilled in problem-solving, consensus building, conflict resolution, and team building.** * Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills.** * Strong problem-solving orientation and track record of exercising initiative, discretion, and judgment in managing high-profile projects.** * Experience managing adiverse team and ability to address cross-functional needs and goals.** * Passion for public service andcommitment to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment. *Agency Mission:* The Department of Transitional Assistance is the state agency responsible for administering public assistance programs to low-income residents of the Commonwealth. DTA is committed to providing a high level of service to all those in need. The mission of the Department is to assist and empower low-income individuals and families to meet their basic needs, improve their quality of life, and achieve long term economic self-sufficiency. DTA serves one out of every seven people in Massachusetts – including working families, children, elders, and people with disabilities. Our services include food and nutritional assistance, economic assistance, and employment support. Learn more about our services and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dta** ** *Pre-Offer Process:* A criminal and tax history background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete theReasonable Accommodation Online Request Form. For questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 and select option #4. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience. _*Comprehensive Benefits* When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Administrative Services* *Organization: Department of Transitional Assistance *Title: *Assistant Director of Food Access & Nutrition Location: Massachusetts-Boston-600 Washington Street Requisition ID: 240005P4