Program Coordinator/Performance and Data Analytics – Child Care Operations and Systems Support

About the role

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day. We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, organize, and maintain program data from multiple systems to ensure data accuracy, consistency, completeness, and integrity.
• Aid in the development and maintenance of dashboards, reports, scorecards, and performance metrics used to monitor operational performance and program outcomes.
• Compile and analyze operational, fiscal, compliance, and program data to identify trends, support reporting requirements, and assist with evaluating program effectiveness.
• Perform quality assurance reviews by identifying data discrepancies, validating supporting documentation, and recommending corrections to improve reporting accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation within designated systems of record while ensuring compliance with Board policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments, contractors, and program staff to resolve data issues, improve reporting processes, and support organizational objectives.
• Provide technical assistance regarding data collection, reporting standards, and documentation requirements to ensure consistent reporting practices.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing grants, public funds, or regulatory compliance programs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex policies and apply them operationally.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate regulatory requirements clearly and professionally to diverse stakeholders.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study.
• 5 years of experience with local government, nonprofit programs, schools, or in job-related duties.