Director of Research and Outcome Measurement

Salary : $150,467.20 - $182,927.68 AnnuallyLocation : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CAJob Type : Full-TimeJob Number : 24-P7B-ADepartment : Public HealthDivision : Science, Epidemiology, Informatics and ImprovementOpening Date : 01 / 21 / 2025Closing Date : 2 / 18 / 2025 11 : 59 PM PacificBargaining Unit : 92 DescriptionUnder general direction, to plan, organize, and direct the activities and staff focused on research, evaluation, and performance outcomes for an agency or department's programs and services; to develop and validate new service technologies and best practice models of service delivery that include the development and management of research and evaluation grants and contracts; and to implement funded studies.The current vacancy is located in the Public Health Department. Typical Tasks Plans, organizes, directs, implements, and monitors research and evaluation activities, which may include quality improvement methodologies; Determines research and evaluation program objectives and goals and develops strategies to achieve objectives; Selects, supervises, directs, evaluates, and disciplines staff, and ensures their orientation, training and development; Designs research and evaluation studies of a variety of County client programs and services within assigned agency or department; Develops and implements performance and outcome measures, and monitors systems for services provided; Selects appropriate research designs and randomization protocols, sampling strategies, and data collection, data entry, and data quality processes; Designs evaluation process for Federal, State, and local funded programs; Prepares papers or reports for publication in professional journals; Prepares grant applications for research, evaluation, and needs assessment projects; Presents results of research, evaluation, and outcome measurement projects; Formulates and implements plans, policies, and procedures for carrying out functions of research and outcome measurement in assigned department or agency; Oversees the development and administration of budget and funding of research activities; Prepares reports on research and evaluation activities; May train agency / department staff in the activities related to research and program evaluation; Serves as a representative and liaison for research, program, and community assessment activities with other County departments, public and private agencies, community groups and organizations, outside research investigators, and Federal and State agencies; Serves as a liaison between assigned department / agency and information technology and procurement staff to provide program design and evaluation methods and tools, and to recommend new service technologies and best practice models for service delivery; Selects and manages specialized consultants; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs related work as required. Employment Standards Sufficient education, training and experience to demonstrate the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities : Training and Experience Note : The knowledge and abilities are attained through possession of a Doctorate Degree in any field, AND Three (3) years of experience in research, evaluation, and performance outcome activities. Must have completed at least one (1) research project and participated in one (1) professional presentation. Special Requirements Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization. Knowledge of : Grant requirements of major Federal agencies; Principles and methods of advanced statistical modeling; Quantitative and qualitative research methods, including research design, sampling, data collection, etc.; Analytical strategies and data theory, including quality improvement strategies; Database conventions and performance measures; Principles and practices of supervision, staff development, organization, administration, and fiscal and program management; Statistical analysis programming applications and standard software applications. Ability to : Plan, organize, control, and evaluate a research, evaluation, and outcome measurement program; Establish and maintain program objectives, priorities, and policies; Select, supervise, train, develop, evaluate, and motivate staff; Write, present, and negotiate grant applications; Develop and manage budgets, grant funding, and staff performing evaluation and outcome studies; Communicate effectively with a variety of governmental, academic, and community agencies; Apply statistical research methods; Prepare analysis and reports; Analyze, interpret, and present statistical data and outcomes to a broad audience, including peer review publications; Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.Retirement BenefitsThe County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.Health Flexible Spending AccountThe empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.Life and AD&DThe County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial / legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.Employee WellnessThe offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.Education ReimbursementA generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.01 Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED for your application and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to evaluate against the employment standards. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. Please include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment and number of hours worked per week for questions asking about your experience. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Vague, incomplete or non-responsive answers could result in no or low scores in a competitive rating process. Do you understand this requirement? Yes No 02 This position requires a Doctorate Degree. Do you hold a Doctorate Degree in any field? Yes No 03 If you possess Doctorate Degree, could you please specify your field of study? If you do not possess a Doctorate Degree, write N / A. 04 How many years of experience do you have in research, evaluation, and performance outcome activities? Less than three years Three or more to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight to less than nine years Nine to less than ten years Ten years or more 05 Describe your experience in research, evaluation, and performance outcome activities.Be detailed and specific in your response, including a description of key projects and their durations, employer name(s), job title(s), dates worked, and hours worked per week. If you do not have this experience, indicate N / A. 06 Have you completed at least one (1) research project and participated in one (1) professional presentation? Yes No 07 Describe your completed research project and your participation in a professional presentation.Be detailed and specific in your response, including a description of the research project and your professional presentation. If you do not have this experience, indicate N / A. 08 How many years of professional experience do you have in statistical modeling and research methods within a Public Health Department? No experience Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight to less than nine years Nine to less than ten years Ten or more years 09 Please provide detailed information regarding your experience in statistical modeling and research methods within a Public Health Department. 10 Do you have experience designing and implementing original epidemiologic research, policy analyses, or program evaluation? Yes No 11 Please provide detailed information regarding your experience designing and implementing original epidemiologic research, policy analyses, or program evaluation. If none, indicate "N / A". 12 How many years of experience do you have in supervisory or management roles evaluating and disciplining staff, as well as ensuring staff orientation, training, and development? No experience Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six to less than seven years Seven to less than eight years Eight to less than nine years Nine to less than ten years Ten or more years 13 Please provide detailed information regarding your supervisory or management roles evaluating and disciplining staff, as well as ensuring their orientation, training, and development. If none, indicate "N / A". 14 Are you able to meet the requirement of possessing a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment? Yes No 15 How did you find out about this job? Contacted by County Recruiter Contacted by a Recruitment Firm County Employee Referral County of Santa Clara Career Website County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Indeed Virtual Job Fair In Person Job Fair In-Person Networking Professional Event Virtual Networking Event Community Event Glassdoor Governmentjobs.com Professional Association Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.) Hospital Website : SCVMC, O'Connor Hospital, St. Louise Regional Hospital Website Handshake Student Career Center County Text Message Other (Specify in the next question) 16 If you selected the "Other" option above, please identify. Required Question

Salary : $150,467 - $182,928