Program Analyst II / Early Intervention Part C Data Manager

State of North Carolina•1915 Health Services Way Wake, NC

1d•$67,122 - $114,465•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide oversight to EI Section Office planning and evaluation of program compliance, quality and improvement by coordinating, directing and managing projects and tasks and focusing on data collection, analysis and results. These projects and activities directly support and inform the work of the Children's Developmental Services Agencies (CDSAs) and enrolled early intervention service providers related to direct service delivery, compliance with federal regulations, programmatic policies and procedures, and program monitoring to ensure practices are consistent with evidence-based practices and compliance with federal grant requirements and standards to maintain program funding. This position analyzes information and data, reviews plans and existing delivery systems and then develops detailed implementation plans for improvement, assures integrated plans are followed, and implements evaluation activities. This work requires advanced analytical and consultative skills, as well as expertise in early intervention. This position will work with other staff to manage evaluation of the early intervention program and use data to inform policy and practice decision to improve program quality. This position will be responsible for coordinating and leading informational meetings for various groups of stakeholders and assisting the Deputy Director with efforts to bring in collaborative partners for systems work and systemic change and development. This position will develop, prepare and/or assist with routine and ad hoc reports and presentations on an as needed basis, per funder or program request. The position must be able to present information, facilitate discussion, collaborate with other professionals and be able to articulate (orally and in writing) in-depth knowledge and expertise regarding the early intervention program and its intra-and-inter-agency partners. The ability to communicate effectively and adjust communication strategies to accommodate the needs of various audiences is critical, as this position will interface with organizations, professionals and clients at the local, regional, statewide, and national levels. This position is responsible for providing supervision to two Data Consultants.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive experience related to the area of assignment.
An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and translate complex quantitative and qualitative data into actionable insights.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a statewide data system.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex data clearly to diverse audiences and facilitate data-informed discussions.
Demonstrated ability leading teams, building data capacity, and supporting continuous quality improvement across the system.
Demonstrated ability writing and presenting results of data analysis in clear, concise, and meaningful formats for a variety of audiences with varying levels of understanding.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight to EI Section Office planning and evaluation of program compliance, quality and improvement by coordinating, directing and managing projects and tasks and focusing on data collection, analysis and results.
Analyze information and data, review plans and existing delivery systems and then develop detailed implementation plans for improvement, assure integrated plans are followed, and implement evaluation activities.
Manage evaluation of the early intervention program and use data to inform policy and practice decision to improve program quality.
Coordinate and lead informational meetings for various groups of stakeholders.
Assist the Deputy Director with efforts to bring in collaborative partners for systems work and systemic change and development.
Develop, prepare and/or assist with routine and ad hoc reports and presentations on an as needed basis, per funder or program request.
Present information, facilitate discussion, collaborate with other professionals and articulate (orally and in writing) in-depth knowledge and expertise regarding the early intervention program and its intra-and-inter-agency partners.
Provide supervision to two Data Consultants.