Strategy Analyst

Part-time, hybrid position with an hourly wage of $50.00 - $76.00. Expected to conclude on or before June 30, 2027.

About The Role

The Office of Homeless Services (OHS) is seeking a highly qualified Homeless Services Strategy Analyst to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of Utah's homeless services system and identify strategic opportunities to improve outcomes, strengthen accountability, and maximize the effectiveness of public investments. The key goal of this position is to work with state and local leaders to craft Utah’s 3-year strategic plan.

This time-limited position will assess the performance of the state's homeless services response, evaluate how well current programs and funding strategies achieve intended outcomes, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and develop actionable recommendations to advance an outcomes-driven homeless services system.

The strategy analyst will work closely with OHS staff, grantees, Continuums of Care, local partners, and other stakeholders to evaluate system performance and recommend strategies that improve throughput outcomes, resource allocation, provider accountability, and overall system effectiveness.

Location: 140 E 300 S Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111 United States. A background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of Utah's homeless services system, including prevention, diversion, street outreach, emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, and other housing stabilization programs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current funding strategies, service models, and program investments in achieving desired client and system outcomes.
• Identify strengths, successful practices, and high-performing programs that should be expanded or replicated.
• Identify systemic barriers, service gaps, inefficiencies, and duplicative efforts that limit system performance.
• Assess alignment between current funding priorities, program requirements, and statewide strategic objectives.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing accountability measures, performance expectations, and oversight practices.
• Review governance, coordination, and collaboration among state agencies, local partners, Continuums of Care, and service providers.
• Craft a 3-year strategic plan for the Utah Office of Homeless Services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong demonstrated alignment or programmatic experience with Utah Code 35a-16-801.
• Awareness of Utah’s homelessness governance system, including prior work with the Utah Homeless Services Board.
• Demonstrated experience conducting large-scale program evaluations or strategic assessments.
• Experience evaluating public sector or human services systems.
• Knowledge of performance management, organizational effectiveness, and continuous quality improvement.
• Experience conducting policy analysis and developing strategic recommendations.
• Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and technical writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into practical recommendations for executive leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within homelessness response systems.
• Experience working with the Utah Homeless Services Board and leadership from the Office of Homeless Services.
• Experience with outcomes-based contracting or performance-based funding models.
• Familiarity with systems change, implementation planning, and organizational transformation.
• Experience working with state and local government agencies.

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

About the Agency

The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah's communities by supporting the economic stability and quality of our workforce. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives, including intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work.