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Generating timely, relevant, and high-quality evidence to inform the District's most important decisions in Mayor Bowser's administration.
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🚨 Join DC Gov as a Senior Policy and Program Advisor in the Dept. of Human Services working on crucial programs like SNAP and TANF.

Salary range: $127k-$178k
Apply by: Nov 24
Search Job ID 30865 at careers.dc.gov

careers.dc.gov/psp/erecruit...
November 18, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Thanks to the DC Dept. of Human Services for having our team at the Anacostia Service Center today. We learned a lot talking with residents about their experiences obtaining @wmata.com's Metro Lift benefits.
November 6, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Today, we joined the DC Fire Department on their monthly ALL HANDS ON PREVENTION outreach initiative.

Together, we provided:
✅ Fire safety information
✅ Smoke alarm inspections
✅ FREE smoke alarms

Thanks for having us @dcfireems.bsky.social – let’s keep working together to keep the District safe!
October 16, 2025 at 4:56 PM
We were thrilled to host members of the @publicpolicylab.bsky.social (NYC) today. We chatted about current projects and shared lessons learned across our teams. This meeting built on connections made at #BenCamp2025 hosted by the @beeckcenter.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Ever wondered what it's like to intern at The Lab? Our standout summer cohort saw it all from spatial data analysis to shadowing first responders. Read about their experiences in our first ever Intern Q&A: thelabprojects.dc.gov/blog-interns
October 14, 2025 at 3:10 PM
1/4: DC’s high school internship programs aim to equip students with new skills and experiences. Together with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), we explored the ways one program prepares students for college and careers.
🎒➡️💼

thelabprojects.dc.gov/reimagine-dc...
October 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📝NEW RESOURCE: A Field Guide to Fix Government Forms

The Lab has developed over 60 forms used by 14 DC Government agencies. And along the way, we’ve learned a few things. We think it’s time that we shared what has worked for us.

Learn more: thelabprojects.dc.gov/a-field-guid...
October 2, 2025 at 1:12 PM
The Anacostia library is the bomb, and other takeaways from conversations with DC residents. Karissa Minnich, our Civic Design Manager, shares more in our latest blog. thelabprojects.dc.gov/blog-listen-...
September 19, 2025 at 2:39 PM
NEW RESULTS: Free and reduced transit fares increase transit use and well-being but not employment for low-income residents.

Learn more: thelabprojects.dc.gov/fare-subsidy
September 3, 2025 at 2:51 PM
NEW: The Lab is testing whether traffic fine reductions for SNAP customers can improve equity and maintain safety.

Read more about the project: thelabprojects.dc.gov/can-traffic-...
July 22, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Did you know The Lab plays a role in the District’s most important budget decisions? Read our latest blog to learn how we use evidence for better budgets. Plus, learn about a program we successfully advocated for—or as we like to say, “Labvocated” for—this year.

thelabprojects.dc.gov/blog-budget
June 24, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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April 30, 2025 at 8:55 PM
What do stickers and toothpaste have to do with good service design? Karissa Minnich, our Civic Design Manager, shares about the softer side of service delivery after a recent hospital experience.

thelabprojects.dc.gov/blog-hospital
March 19, 2025 at 2:06 PM
🔎Looking for a Data Science job?🔎

Join @dcpolicedept.bsky.social's Research and Evaluation Branch. You'll generate actionable insights from data and may collaborate with The Lab @ DC!

Search Job ID 29319 at careers.dc.gov
Pay range: $92,656.00-$118,558.00
Apply by: Thursday, 3/13
March 7, 2025 at 7:56 PM
We recently completed work making it easier to apply for a DC housing voucher. The new application form saves time for residents and staff.

Learn more: thelabprojects.dc.gov/housing-vouc...
February 14, 2025 at 9:03 PM
We’re hiring a Deputy Director and a Social Scientist! Join a team at the forefront of evidence-based policy and government innovation.

Learn More: thelabprojects.dc.gov/jobs

Search Job IDs 29056 and 29161 at careers.dc.gov

#data #evidence #dcjobs #hiring #JobOpening
February 14, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Job Alert! We’re looking for a PhD-level Social Scientist to help us use evidence and data to meet DC’s most critical problems. Apply by Feb 18.

Learn More: thelabprojects.dc.gov/jobs
Search Job ID 29056 at careers.dc.gov

#data #evidence #dcjobs #hiring #JobOpening
February 6, 2025 at 2:43 PM