Development Specialist - Adult & Family Services

Olmsted County•2100 Building - Olmsted County Campus, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, coordinates department wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of services. Develops and coordinates strategic priorities using research and data analysis. Designs and implements staff training. Monitors performance metrics, identifies opportunities for improvement, and facilitates continuous quality assurance. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of full-time paid experience in a similar position as listed in work functions.
OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, (3) years of full-time paid experience in a similar position as listed in work functions.
OR Combination of education and experience equivalent to seven (7) years of full-time paid experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position.
Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
Thorough knowledge of health, housing, and human services delivery systems.
Thorough knowledge of research-based practices.
Knowledge of client needs in the community.
Skill in strategic planning and goal setting.
Skill in change management and staff engagement strategies.
Skill in analyzing and interpreting data.
Skill in the use of computers and technology.
Skill in project management.
Skill in written and verbal communication.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to conduct research.
Ability to explain complex information in a simplified manner.
Ability to develop and implement goals and objectives.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to identify and recommend improvements to processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

Supports the development and implementation of onboarding and training programs for staff.
Leads projects and collaborates with the leadership team to review, develop, and implement strategies.
Monitors progress towards goals.
Assists with the evaluation and development of performance measures.
Conducts research and analysis to support policies and decision making.
Develops, implements, and recommends quantitative and qualitative tools to gather data and information.
Interprets data and performs data analysis.
Provides data analysis or visualization to assess impacts, gaps, errors, and trends and identifies recommendations, solutions, or alternative methods to potential problems.
Assists with the assessment and implementation of tools or solutions for continuous improvement.
Establishes and maintains relationships with county departments along with state, local, and regional agencies.
Provides recommendations of best practices to support the development of policies.
Facilitates change management.
Provides guidance and support to employees and leadership team.
Performs related duties as assigned.