Data Quality Expert - REMOTE
About The Position
ICF International seeks an experienced Data Quality Specialist familiar with child welfare and/or social science data and health and human services technology systems. You will assist the Children’s Bureau by delivering work products that support the oversight of the development, implementation, and operations of statewide and tribal automated child welfare information systems. Your work will help guide the implementation of Comprehensive Child Welfare Information Systems (CCWIS) regulations (CFR1355.52), specifically the data quality requirements in CFR1355.52(d). We are looking for an individual who can serve as a data quality subject matter expert providing technical assistance to federal, state, and tribal audiences. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing data quality plans and knowledge in using automation to support data quality, preferably. This position can be performed anywhere in the US. Travel may be required. Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. About ICF ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree and at least 10 years related experience
- Knowledge of AFCARS, NCANDS, NYTD, CFSR, CFSP, and other federal child welfare data, reports, plans, and/or reviews
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of statewide automated human services information systems (e.g., CCWIS, Child Support, TANF, MMIS, etc.)
- Advanced MS Excel experience and skills
- Knowledge and experience with a variety of Microsoft Word documents and PowerPoint slides
- Knowledge and experience with collaborative tools (SharePoint, Teams, etc.)
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients to explain and elaborate on technical details
- Excellent client service and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate complex information to audiences
- Strong organizational skills and extreme attention to detail
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with little to no supervision
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing
- Experience with child welfare policy and practice
Responsibilities
- Independently review CCWIS data quality plans and evaluate compliance with federal regulations
- Assist federal staff in providing technical assistance to states and tribes on data quality plans, biennial reviews, and data quality automation
- Critically analyze state and tribal systems to identify data quality risks, inconsistencies, and compliance issues
- Draft reports on data quality review findings and recommend corrective actions
- Prepare an inventory/guide of data quality automation tools and functions
- Develop and lead workgroups and/or webinars for targeted technical assistance to states and tribes on CCWIS data quality best practices
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
