Director of Research Services

The Director of Research Services is a senior staff member who (1) manages, from design to completion, CRP’s diverse portfolio of community-focused research, evaluation, and data projects and services; (2) assures that projects meet accepted standards of rigor and quality within resource and time constraints; (3) undertakes direct project work, including data collection and analysis, report writing, and presentations; (4) leads and supervises CRP staff (currently seven staff); (5) assists with resource development and prepares proposals and applications to secure contracts and grants; (6) works with the staff and board to implement CRP’s strategic plan; and (7) builds credibility, visibility, and positive relationships with funders, clients, community leaders, and state and national experts and organizations to enhance CRP’s reputation and help achieve the organization’s vision, mission, and business goals. A Ph.D. is required for this position.