Child Care Data Analyst - Program Manager I

Overview Of Athena

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

Position Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Child Care Data Analyst - Program Manager I. This will work with both financial management and the Office of Child Care. This part-time position pays $­­­­36/hr, and is located in Cranston, RI.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work with both program and finance to strengthen cross-system collaboration and implement standard operating policies.
• Review metrics and business requirements to provide the Department with standard operating procedures.
• Assist with Child Care Assistance Program provider monitoring
• Assist in data collection and analysis for various reporting requirements.
• Draft both internal and external CCAP correspondence.
• Support other program and finance functions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Understanding of program administration and financial processes to support policy implementation.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data for reporting and decision-making.
• Experience creating, reviewing, and implementing standard operating procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for drafting correspondence and reports.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of compliance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible.
• Highly motivated.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Experience with childcare assistance programs or similar social service programs.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Working hours M-F, 8:00a-4:00pm.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Successful ATHENA Employees Will Display The Following Characteristics

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.
  
  

The Benefits Of Working For ATHENA Include

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full- time employment
• Health Savings Account
• Pet insurance.
• 401k with a generous employer match.
• ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.
• Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
• Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.
  
  

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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