Data & Evaluation Specialist

Position Classification

Regular, part-time, hourly, non-exempt staff position. Typically works 20 hours per week, 27 weeks per year. Weekend and evening work required on conference dates; some travel potentially required. This is a grant-funded position and may be rescinded or renewed based on grant funding.

Position Overview

Oversees data collection, performance monitoring, participant assessments, survey analysis, APR reporting support, dashboards, and continuous improvement activities. Develops and administers evaluation instruments, maintains participant databases and performance tracking systems, and ensures the accuracy, integrity, and security of project data. Analyzes quantitative and qualitative data to measure progress toward project objectives, federal performance measures, and participant learning outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

• Establishes evaluation schedules and reporting timelines for project activities.
• Maintains participant records documenting enrollment, attendance, completion, and credentials earned.
• Creates and administers pre/post assessments and participant feedback instruments.
• Reviews training results and provides project leadership with findings, trends, and recommendations.
• Tracks progress toward annual participant targets, grant objectives, and required outcomes.
• Reconciles information across Reach 360, registration, attendance, and evaluation systems to ensure accurate records.
• Prepares dashboards, summaries, and visual reports demonstrating project performance and accomplishments.
• Identifies performance concerns and recommends adjustments to training, participant engagement, and project operations.
• Compiles and verifies information and supporting documentation for the Annual Performance Report and federal monitoring activities.
• Establishes consistent procedures for recordkeeping, documentation, and data quality across project activities.
• Maintains historical project records to demonstrate year-to-year performance and achievement of grant commitments.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of project evaluation, accountability, and grant performance.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in evaluation, statistics, data analytics, educational research, social sciences, public administration, or related field.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to operate a typical motor vehicle.

Preferred Experience

• Master's degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program evaluation, survey design, data management, performance measurement, dashboard development, and federal reporting.
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative data analysis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with all populations.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail when completing multiple assignments.
• Knowledge of organization, personnel, and fiscal management to complete daily work assignments.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.