Evaluator 1

The evaluator performs program evaluation activities for public health for Tribes, tribal organizations, and urban Indian clinics in the Indian Health Service Oklahoma City Area (IHS-OCA) (Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas).

The role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Design and develop data collection and program evaluation tools.

Manage and upgrade current databases in use.

Create new databases as needed for projects. 

Conduct routine analysis on program process and outcome data. 

Identify program improvement working closely with program staff and partners.

Provide training for staff on different evaluation aspects.

Draft written reports and presentations related to evaluation process and findings.

Consult appropriate personnel as needed to facilitate the ongoing process of program design, implementation, and revision.

Prepare for and conduct meetings and presentations, effectively and professionally.

Develop data collection protocol and instrumentation necessary to conduct in-depth studies.

Conduct reviews of program-related documents, data files, published information and official reports.

Develop informational public health products for dissemination

Provide evaluation-related technical assistance to grantees individually and in groups through site visits, conferences, and seminars.

Assist other SPTHB programs in design, evaluation, and reporting on program implementation as available.

Perform activities complying with code of conduct and mission and value statements.

Summary of Duties

• Planning, monitoring, and implementing evaluation plans.
• Writing reports for public health programs.
• Ensuring accurate and timely data collection to capture appropriate outcome and process measures of community intervention projects.
• Developing logic models, evaluation data collection tools, monitoring data, and updating on evaluation related analyses and findings.
• Working with other OKTEC program staff collaboratively to identify and resolve evaluation-related problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Assisting in development of grant applications and action plans for community program improvement.
• Coordinating with internal and external partners with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

1-2 years’ experience preferred, but experience not required.

Masters in Public Health, Evaluation, or closely related field.

Knowledge / Special Skills

• Knowledge of evaluation tools and methods including SMART objectives, performance measures, indicators, work plans and logic models.
• Knowledge of public health and health promotion principles.
• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative analytic methods.
• Must have computer skills and demonstrate proficiency with MS Office Suite and Adobe.
• Usage of general office equipment.

Specialized Skills and Experience

• Must have and be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; presentation skills; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through effective oral communication, written reports, and presentations.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff at all levels of an organization, agencies, providers, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of data sets in evaluation methods.
• Decision making and time management skills; excellent problem-solving skills; leadership and team building skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects; self-motivation skills; work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to build positive work relationships with internal and external customers; ability to interact professionally with the public; maintain confidentiality.
• Skill in developing procedures to monitor and evaluate progress in achieving project objectives.
• Skill in conveying planning alternatives or recommendations to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in medical informatics and the use of data sets in evaluation methods.

Competencies

• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Organizational and planning skills
• Initiative
• Problem solving
• Basic computer skills
• Solid understanding of public health
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills and software

Supervisory Authority: Non-Supervisory position.

Travel: In and out of state travel will be required in the fulfillment of job requirements and training.

Equal Employment: Except for Indian Preference, consideration will be made without regard to any non-merit factors such as race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, politics, disabilities, marital status, age, membership, or non-membership in any employee organization.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities, except when so doing would impose an undue hardship on the SPTHB.

Conditions of Employment: 1. Full-time grant funded appointment (Subject to grant continuation); 2. Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; 3. Climbing, walking, standing, bending, and occasionally long hours. 4. In and/or Out-of-State travel may be required.

Salary : $53,520 - $66,899