Program Evaluator

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Public Health

Job Classification Title

Human Services Planner/Evaluator II (NS)

Position Number

65042550

Grade

NC17

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

This position provides professional evaluation and analytical support for public health programs funded by the Juul settlement, with a focus on reducing nicotine and e-cigarette use among youth and young adults in North Carolina. The Program Evaluator leads the development and implementation of evaluation designs, manages data collection and analysis, and ensures accountability through performance monitoring and reporting. The role supports data-informed decision-making by translating findings into actionable insights for program planning and policy development. It also involves contract oversight, budget monitoring, and technical assistance to local health departments. The position operates within the Chronic Disease and Injury Section, Tobacco Control and Prevention Unit.

Key Duties Include:

• Lead the design and implementation of program evaluation strategies using both quantitative and qualitative methods.

• Serve as Contract Administrator for the UNC TPEP evaluation contract, including scope development and deliverable tracking.

• Collaborate with RTI to manage the ENDS Tracker database for monitoring tobacco product sales and advertising trends.

• Oversee funding allocations and performance tracking for 10 local health departments receiving Juul Settlement funds.

• Monitor contract deliverables and expenditures to ensure alignment with program goals and fiscal accountability.

• Analyze data from surveillance systems to inform program planning, quality improvement, and policy development.

• Maintain quarterly reporting systems and update performance indicators using Results-Based Accountability frameworks.

• Develop and support data tools such as GIS maps, dashboards, and compliance monitoring systems.

• Provide technical assistance and training to local health departments on evaluation methods and progress monitoring.

• Support the development of training materials and resources to enhance evaluation and surveillance capacity at the state and local levels.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $58,613 - $102,574

Recruitment Range: $58,613 - $80,593

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience conducting statistical and qualitative data analysis using tools such as Excel, SAS, SPSS, or EpiInfo

• Experience developing and maintaining performance monitoring systems, such as dashboards, GIS mapping tools, and Results-Based Accountability frameworks.

• Documented experience with contract administration, such as oversight of project scopes, deliverables, and vendor performance in alignment with programmatic objectives.

• Proven experience in monitoring budgets and expenditures, reconciling financial data, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements and fiscal policies.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date

This Position Is 100% Federally Funded

The Position Is Time-Limited, Concluding On November 30, 2027.

This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Durham, NC

About the NC Division of Public Health:

The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.

About the Tobacco Prevention and Control Branch:

The North Carolina Tobacco Prevention and Control Branch works to improve the health of North Carolina residents by promoting smoke-free environments and tobacco-free lifestyles. Our goal is to build the capacity of diverse organizations and communities to implement and carry out effective, culturally appropriate strategies to reduce deaths and health problems due to tobacco use and secondhand smoke.

About the Chronic Disease and Injury Section:

The N.C. Division of Public Health's Chronic Disease and Injury Section, along with local health departments and other community partners, works to reduce death and disabilities through education, policy change and various services. Our goal is to help all North Carolinians develop healthy and safe communities and health systems to prevent and control chronic diseases and to eliminate health inequities.

Compensation and Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits .

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.

• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations, and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

If there are any questions about this posting, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Planner

Master’s degree in public or human service administration or a human services programmatic field, from an appropriately accredited institution, and two years of human service experience, one of which must have been in human service program planning

OR

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive administrative or consultative experience in a human service program, one of which must have been in human service program planning

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience

Evaluator

Master's degree in the field of psychology, sociology, or social work from an appropriately accredited institution, and two years of experience in research and evaluation, using statistical methodologies in human service programs

OR

Bachelor’s degree in one of the above fields of study from an appropriately accredited institution, and four years of experience in research, evaluation, and statistical application in the human service field

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Dejah Seksay

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