Assistant Director of Strategic Data Analysis and Program Effectiveness

Harris County•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity (DEEO) seeks an Assistant Director of Strategic Data Analysis and Program Effectiveness to optimize organizational efficiency by leading data-driven initiatives that improve program performance and reporting processes. The individual in this position will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of reporting frameworks, data analysis strategies, and operational improvements to ensure departmental goals are met. The Assistant Director of Strategic Data Analysis and Program Effectiveness must possess a combination of strategic thinking, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in identifying opportunities for efficiency and innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Six (6) years of experience in program reporting, data analysis, or operational management.
Valid Texas Driver’s License required upon hire.
Advanced understanding of data governance, privacy regulations, and compliance standards.
Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and statistical software (e.g., R, Python, or similar).
Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Ability to lead initiatives and manage projects from concept to completion.
Ability to utilize data to improve organizational outcomes and program effectiveness.
Experience with project management and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and driving organizational change.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
Experience working within a government, public sector, or nonprofit environment preferred.
Experience developing executive-level dashboards, reports, and performance metrics for leadership or governing bodies preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead data collection, analysis, and interpretation efforts to assess program effectiveness and inform decision-making.
Collaborate with program teams to gather, analyze, and synthesize key performance metrics, applying statistical methods and data modeling techniques to generate insights that enhance program outcomes and support organizational strategic planning and goal setting.
Develop, manage, and improve reporting systems to ensure accurate and timely program performance and outcome reporting.
Design standardized reporting templates and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders, including reporting across all divisions.
Develop department-wide data frameworks and reporting dashboards to improve accountability and operational visibility. This includes, but is not limited to, the creation of annual small business reporting, department reimbursement tracking, data reported to Commissioners Court, and other departmental data needs.
Ensure all program reporting, data collection, and operational practices comply with regulatory and County standards.
Track and report on the progress of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs).
Identify inefficiencies in operational processes and recommend solutions to improve productivity.
Lead initiatives to implement process automation and optimization tools, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives.
Evaluate and implement new technologies that improve data collection, reporting, and operational workflows.
Create resources and materials to promote data literacy and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Serve as a liaison between internal departments and external stakeholders, including donors, regulatory bodies, and clients, to ensure effective communication of program performance and data insights by providing timely and accurate reports.
Ensure staff across departments are trained on data analysis, reporting tools, and operational best practices.