Human Trafficking Prevention Program Evaluator- Research Analysis Specialist Senior

Job Details Working Title: Human Trafficking Prevention Program Evaluator Job Class: Research Analysis Specialist Senior Agency: Health Department Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 04/23/2024. Date Posted : 04/17/2024 Closing Date : 04/30/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Health Department Division/Unit : Health Promotion & Chronic Disease/ Injury Violence Prevention Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm Days of Work : Monday - Friday Travel Required : Up to 25% Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE) FLSA Status : Nonexempt Telework Eligible : Yes Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota. Job Summary
Join the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) in the meaningful work of evaluating the prevention efforts of sex and labor trafficking in Minnesota. The Violence Prevention Programs Unit (VPPU) of the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease (HPCD) division seeks a Research Analysis Specialist Senior to be a Human Trafficking Prevention Program Evaluator. This position will support the Human Trafficking Prevention Programs by conducting evaluation activities in collaboration with internal and external partners, and further assess how and what we are doing, and identify opportunities for improvement that ultimately leads to reduction in human trafficking and mitigates the harm of human trafficking for survivors.
Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
• Developing logic models, data collection tools such as questionnaires, and evaluation plans
• Engaging stakeholders
• Designing evaluations and conducting evaluation analyses
• Managing Human Trafficking grantee database and providing training /technical assistance for database users
• Reporting conclusions to leadership, partners, stakeholders, the public
Work may be conducted in person in St. Paul or as telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, based on the business needs of the unit and supervisor discretion. Position location will be determined by the top candidate and will be based out of the closest Minnesota Department of Health district office location. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure your resume/application clearly describe your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of the qualifications will be considered for this position.
Three years of experience providing support in health-related data management and analysis.
Experience that includes two or more of the following:
• Conducting or designing data-related projects
• Database management or maintenance
• Programmatic evaluation
A degree in public health, community health, environmental health, epidemiology, social work, psychology, or related field may count towards professional experience as follows:
• Bachelor's = 12 months
• Master's = 18 months
• Doctoral = 24 months
Knowledge and abilities to be assessed at interview:
• Ability to conduct multi-methods evaluation, foundational evaluation, process evaluation and impact evaluation.
• Knowledge of and skill in working with database management, development, and analysis
• Communications skills sufficient to effectively build and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and write, edit, and organize material from diverse sources to prepare comprehensive documents such as technical reports, procedures, correspondence, and planning documents.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to organizational and program changes sufficient to work constructively under pressure and cope with ambiguity.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally-resonate evaluation practices.
• Knowledge of Tribal sovereignty and implications for data collection, sharing, and dissemination. Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced degree in public health, community health, environmental health, epidemiology, social work, psychology, or related field.
• Experience in evaluation design, theory and analysis methodology including epidemiologic study design and analysis.
• Experience working in human trafficking prevention and with issues related to violence status indicators and their utilization in program planning and evaluation.
• Knowledge of Minnesota's state and local public health system, including goals of health equity, racial equity, and social justice.
• Experience with community based or participatory evaluation methods and Indigenous evaluation methodology.
• An understanding of the CDC framework for program evaluation in public health.
• Experience contributing to grant applications and proposals.
• Experience designing and leading evaluation development and implementation in collaboration with partners. Additional Requirements
• Must successfully pass a background and reference check.
• This employment does not require a valid driver's license, but it does demand occasional travel, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.
• The successful candidate under U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. The agency is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. Application Details How to Apply
Within your application material, please address how you meet all minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications for this position and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.
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Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and people have what they need to be healthy. Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota. A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 12 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.



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