Senior Program Manager and Analyst

WHO WE ARE: At Fors Marsh, we take on issues that matter. We are a team of researchers, advisors, and communicators working together to shape the systems that shape people's lives. We look at human behavior from all angles to design targeted solutions that influence decision-making and move people to action. We are committed to the problem, not just the project, and we are intentional about taking on work and forming partnerships that balance purpose, people, planet, and profit. We are a certified B Corporation, a Just employer, and a 2019–2024 Top Workplace awardee. We hold ourselves accountable to the values that have always defined us, and those values drive us to be the best possible versions of ourselves—for each other, our communities, our clients, and the world.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:  Fors Marsh is seeking a candidate who will provide full-time support to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and/or DHS sub-agencies in the areas of project management, program and policy research, and facilitating progress on agency mission and objectives. Specifically, this position will and serve as the lead for performance management and program evaluation for a suite of federal programs focused on translating knowledge into actionable policies and practices.

• This position is a contingent hire, meaning it is contingent on Fors Marsh winning an upcoming proposal. The interview process will be the same as our standard process, the offer letter (should we decide to move forward) will serve as a letter of commitment.
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Work on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independently.
• Oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
• Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.
• Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.
• Perform activities in the human resource area. Includes employment specialists who conduct job analysis for specific areas such as position classification.
• Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
• Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.
  
  

Requirements:

• Master's degree in in Economics, Public Policy, Political Science, Sociology, Statistics or other social science field.
• Experience 10+ years in project management support and experience contributing to and leading evaluation research projects for clients.
• Ability to apply tools like data analytics, data visualization, and performance measurement to help clients answer priority questions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including, PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and consent to a full background check due to our federal contract requirements.
• Active security clearance within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agency or active Secret/Top Secret Clearance.
  
  

We Offer:

Our benefits typically meet or exceed our competitors’ packages. Ways we are unique?

• Ability to make an impact on people’s lives, both internal and external to the organization.
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and long and short-term disability coverage all covered at 100% for employee coverage.
• Remote work.
• Our company culture, which values balance and allows each employee to take leave as they require it to balance the responsibilities of both their work and home lives without worrying about depleting their available leave hours.
• We provide a floating holiday bank so you can celebrate the days you value.
• Generous matching retirement contributions and no vesting period starting the third month of employment.
• Dedicated training and development budgets to expand your expertise and grow your skillset.
• You can volunteer your way with paid time off.
• You can participate in Fors Marsh staff-led affinity groups.
• Our employees receive product and service discounts through the certified B Corp network.
  
  

Contingent hire position status.

Salary: $114,000-$149,000

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Location: Remote. United States Residents only.

EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran