Armando Yanez
About Armando Yanez
Armando Yanez is a Research Analyst at Mathematica Policy Research, specializing in workforce development and criminal justice. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of La Verne and a Master of Science in Public Policy from Carnegie Mellon University.
Work at Mathematica
Armando Yanez has been employed as a Research Analyst at Mathematica Policy Research since 2016. He operates from the Oakland, California office, where he has accumulated over eight years of experience. His role involves conducting literature reviews on various topics, including workforce development and criminal justice. He provides technical assistance on evaluation design for federally funded community-based organizations and leads site visits to assess programs aimed at violence prevention, workforce development, and education for at-risk populations.
Education and Expertise
Armando Yanez holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the University of La Verne, which he completed from 2010 to 2014. He furthered his education at Carnegie Mellon University - H. John Heinz III College, where he earned a Master of Science in Public Policy and Management from 2014 to 2016. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in public policy, which he applies in his current research and analysis work.
Previous Experience
Before joining Mathematica, Armando Yanez worked as a Heinz Fellow at Neighborhood Allies from 2014 to 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He also gained experience at the California State Assembly, where he served as an Office Assistant from 2012 to 2013 and as a Field Representative from 2013 to 2014 in West Covina, California. These roles contributed to his understanding of policy and community engagement.
Research Focus and Methodology
In his current role, Armando Yanez conducts comprehensive literature reviews and evaluates research on labor-related policies for justice-involved populations. He collects qualitative data through interviews and focus groups with key informants and stakeholders, ensuring a thorough understanding of the issues at hand. His work emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practices in the evaluation of programs and policies.