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Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago is Hiring an Associate Policy Analyst (Knowledge Management) Near Chicago, IL

Associate Policy Analyst (Knowledge Management)

Full Time

Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago is seeking an experienced Associate Policy Analyst who will work collaboratively with Chapin Hall staff. This position will report directly to a Senior Policy Analyst and allows for remote work and periodic in-person attendance at Chicago, IL meetings. The successful applicant is expected to work normal business hours and must have flexibility in their work schedule to accommodate business demands.

Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago is seeking an Associate Policy Analyst to serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for working with government agencies, researchers, and policymakers to answer fundamental questions child and family policy. The team's work focuses on improving the amount, quality, and usage of data available for evaluation and continuous quality improvement to improve child welfare outcomes in Illinois. An important function of this position is knowledge retention, capture, and sharing best practice processes using Illinois child welfare metadata to support the work of multiple projects. This work is achieved through a number of core projects and functions or developing meta data when it is not available, research data support and technical assistance, outreach and collaboration, and dissemination of work through written products and oral presentations.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing and communication skills, experience with project management, expertise with human services programs, and familiarity with administrative data and data systems.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Policy Analysis and Project/Knowledge Management

Collects, monitors, and analyzes data, policies, and programs in the Illinois child welfare system
Collects, cleans, and validates data
Conducts literature reviews
Defines, captures, translates, and disseminates knowledge of Illinois child welfare metadata
Supports the implementation of policy and research projects of varying size and complexity, including planning, organizing, and managing resources to achieve specific project goals and objectives
Coordinates project activities, records meeting activities and progress; reports project status
Performs moderately complex analysis of policy and research, with increasing expertise
Helps project partners understand the implications of research findings for policies, programs, and the populations they serve

Communications

Communicates with child welfare agency data providers about data sources, definitions, and products
Assists with translation of research evidence into policy and practice positions
Manages write-up of presentations, reports, issue briefs, web materials, memoranda, and other communications related to team efforts
Contributes to (writes) sections of presentations, reports, issue briefs and proposals; proofs, edits, and formats products
Develops visuals and other presentation materials

Supporting External Relationships

Works directly with external Illinois subject matter experts, managers, information technology and policy staff related to multiple Chapin Hall research, evaluation and CQI projects
Contributes significantly to meetings with key external stakeholders
Supports relationships with state agencies, research and policy stakeholders to develop and carry out each project's work and navigates those relationships effectively
Contributes to development and implementation of educational and training products
Identifies opportunities for communications to external stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in public policy, social work, human services, public health, sociology or other relevant field plus a minimum of three years of relevant experience required.
A minimum of three years of applied and operational experience in public program or policy contexts, and in policy and data analysis, required.
Research, professional or lived experience with child and family programs and policies is strongly preferred.
Experience using R, Python, VBA, SQL/PostgreSQL, STATA, SAS and/or other appropriate analytic software programs, preferred.
Demonstrated project management experience required.
Demonstrated experience writing materials in research or policy contexts including grant proposals, research reports, issue briefs, policy memorandum, and/or related written communications required.
Experience with administrative data and data systems and data analysis or reporting is a plus.
Knowledge of pertinent research and analytical methodology, with an emphasis on mixed methods, and ability to apply such techniques to program and policy issues is preferred.
Experience conducting applied research in partnership with government and/or non-profit agencies is preferred.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively translate and convey complex concepts and study findings using language appropriate to policymakers or a general audience required.
Ability to collaborate effectively and manage relationships with external parties required.
Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple, concurrent tasks under tight deadlines required.
Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative required.
Highly flexible problem-solving and analytic skills required.
Strong attention to detail with exceptional organization skills required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
Must be able to operate a computer extensively for four (4) or more hours per day.
Must be able to travel locally and out of state occasionally.

Pre-employment background checks are required for all Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago positions.

Formal expressions of interest are accepted online only. A cover letter, resume, writing sample, and reference contact information are required to be considered for this position.

Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations to complete the application process should contact Human Resources by calling (773) 256-5157, or by sending an email to recruiting@chapinhall.org.

Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values and actively seeks diversity in its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, citizenship status, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, status as an individual with disability, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by protected by law.

Regarding the salary range:

Chapin Hall adheres to a competitive market-aligned salary structure for all its administrative, policy, and research roles. Starting salaries within posted ranges are determined by the Chapin Hall Human Resources Department using a consistent, rigorous, and equitable review process.

Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that values and actively seeks diversity in its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, status as an individual with disability, age, ancestry, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.