Program Evaluation Specialist

*Position Summary* The Grant Program Evaluation Specialist is a full-time position evaluating a CDC grant for the duration of the proposed funding.
Funding for this position supports public health infrastructure (i.
e.
, workforce, foundational capabilities, and data modernization).
This position is responsible for program evaluation for all work done under the CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant; tracking grant performance measures, and internal evaluation; participating with CDC and other national partners; and participating in relevant national organizational and workforce assessments.
The ideal candidate is experienced in managing grant deliverables, including meeting with key collaborators, responding to changing program needs, and regularly reporting to the Project Manager, the CDC, and other constituents.
In addition to evaluating the CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant, this position will work closely with health department programs and office leaders to provide data, consultation, and technical assistance, to ensure that data-driven, evidence-based, and sustainable approaches are utilized to improve efficiencies and documentation of best practices that will lead to the future success of health department programs.
*Examples of Duties* The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position but are not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of Time): 1.
Develop performance evaluation plans for priority evaluation activities, including logic models, evaluation questions, and identification of appropriate evaluation methods and design to address the purpose and scope of THD’s Public Health Infrastructure Grant which includes addressing health equity.
2.
Lead collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation/reporting of performance data, both qualitative and quantitative.
3.
Collect statistical and narrative data across THD programs to form a cohesive understanding of progress in relation to milestones and targets.
4.
Engage with THD leadership and staff, as well as partners such as CDC, to inform and refine all aspects of the evaluation.
5.
Collaborate with THD leadership on initiative/program implementation and monitoring of progress on all evaluation activities.
6.
Work closely with THD leadership to identify program improvement, potential gaps, and provide evaluation-related technical assistance.
*Typical Qualifications* *Education:* Bachelor’s degree required in information management, data analytics, public health, statistics, or a related field that would provide knowledge of advanced electronic data management.
*Experience: * Minimum of Two to four years of experience in grant evaluation compiling, managing, and analyzing data, including collaborating with partners to achieve deliverables and communicate them.
Experience with federal grants preferred.
*Skills:* • Ethical, results-oriented, and committed to ensuring the initiative has the best outcomes.
• Skills are required in the use of computer databases, data analysis, and creating spreadsheets.
• Highly motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Project management and organizational abilities to manage priorities and workflow.
• Able to collaborate with diverse partners and bring them together to achieve project outcomes.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Able to approach problems and challenges directly, efficiently, and with creativity.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Suite and spreadsheets.
• Must be able to shift readily between the "big picture" and the small but crucial details, knowing when to concentrate on each.
Licenses/ Certifications: None *Supplemental Information* INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: • Regular internal contact with various levels of the organization • External contact with community partners and federal grant agencies PHYSICAL EFFORT: This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Arm/hand steadiness and digital dexterity that is enough to operate a keyboard and perform other essential functions of the job.
Repetitive hand and arm movement related to computer and telephone operation.
Reaching, grasping, talking, and visual acuity are required to effectively work in this role.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY: Direct Supervision – None Indirect Supervision – None Budget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipment.
Reports to – Project Manager, CDC Public Health Infrastructure Grant WORKING CONDITIONS: Usually work in an office environment, but the purpose of the project may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must maintain TCCHD record confidentiality unless officially authorized to release a record.
• Must be able to travel independently as needed in Tulsa County (less than 10% of working time) FLSA Status: Exempt Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.
00 - $60,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift Work Location: In person