HHS Program Evaluator and Data Systems Lead

Responsibilities

• Work closely with HHS leadership and staff to collaborate on and coordinate analyses and research. Distill and translate client needs to actionable analyses using knowledge and familiarity with available datasets.
• Coordinate evaluation activities, including creating/updating supporting documentation, developing project workflows and processes, and providing task oversight to other analysts.
• Provide support and guidance across the data lifecycle including data intake, storage, synthesis, automation, and analytical development.
• Apply knowledge in modern data management using R to manage, visualize, and analyze grantee programmatic data and secondary health datasets.
• Support the stewardship and analysis of government data, with focus on health equity, behavioral health, and socio-economic data.
• Conceptualize and prepare reports based on findings from analyses.
• Use data visualization techniques to enhance reports and present data.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure data security, integrity, and availability.

Skillset

• Bachelor’s degree +9 years of relevant experience, Master’s degree +7 years of relevant experience, PhD + 4 years of relevant experience.
• PhD in public health, health analytics, epidemiology or a relevant field in research and/or program evaluation OR the equivalent combination of education.
• Proficiency in R programming language is required. Additional languages (Python, Stata) is encouraged.
• Mid to senior-level skills in data management and data analytics best practices. Preferred DMP certification.
• Experience designing, querying, and documenting relational databases and/or large datasets.
• Experience with maintaining and/or analyzing programmatic or grantee data, preferably from behavioral health programs. Experience with datasets administered or funded by SAMHSA, HRSA, or other relevant agencies a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively display and communicate findings and key takeaways to diverse audiences.
• Critical thinker with collaborative focus and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing project demands while maintaining a high attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to continued skill development.
• Experience with business development and leading proposals or project work/tasks.
• Able to obtain and maintain clearance access for HHS information systems.