Job Posting - Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board

ALBUQUERQUE AREA INDIAN HEALTH BOARD, INC.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Evaluation Specialist

LOCATION: Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc. (AAIHB) Albuquerque Area Southwest Tribal Epidemiology Center (AASTEC)

REPORTS TO: Epidemiology Center Director

FLSA STATUS: Exempt (Full-Time)

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: N/A

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Evaluation Specialist will be an integral part of the AASTEC team with a primary emphasis upon enhancing the role of evaluation in our programs to improve services to the tribal communities we serve. The Evaluation Specialist will utilize mixed-methods (quantitative and qualitative) to assess the effectiveness and measure the performance of a wide range of health intervention efforts/programs led by AASTEC and tribal partners throughout the Indian Health Service Albuquerque Area. Specific efforts will include, but are not limited to, evaluation activities associated with a regional chronic disease prevention intervention (Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country) and two tribal behavioral health initiatives – Methamphetamine and Suicide Prevention for Indians (MSPI) and Domestic Violence Prevention for Indians (DVPI).

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Leads program evaluation/performance measurement activities, which includes the design of evaluation questions and logic models, thorough knowledge of different types of evaluations (e.g. process v/s outcome), monitoring plans, design of valid and reliable measurement tools (both qualitative and quantitative) and analysis of collected data.
•  Oversees data collection (quantitative and qualitative) for process and outcome evaluation activities. 
• Confidentially manages evaluation data. 
• Develops and disseminates program evaluation reports for various stakeholders – tribal leadership, funding source, AAIHB Board of Directors, etc. 
• Analyzes, synthesizes, and communicates complex data-related issues clearly and succinctly to both internal colleagues and tribes.
•  Works effectively with tribal partners to provide consultation and technical assistance with local evaluation plans and activities.
• Works effectively with tribal partners to coordinate and facilitate evaluation-related training activities to build local capacity.
• Examines evaluation data/findings to make sound decisions for program planning.
• Utilizes evaluation results to develop measures to enhance program quality on a regular (annual/biannual) basis.
• Prepares regulatory documents (including progress reports, evaluation reports, measurement tools, etc.) to program funders (IHS/CDC) on a regular basis in a timely manner.
• Abides by the AAIHB policies, procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in public health or related field preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience with program evaluation of public health or behavioral health programs utilizing mixed-method evaluation approaches.
• Thorough knowledge of standard statistical computer software such as SPSS, SAS, STATA or Epi Info as well as qualitative analysis packages (i.e., Atlas Ti, NVIVO) and MS Office Products.
• Must demonstrate leadership qualities in planning and conducting evaluation activities, and in reporting results and findings.
• Demonstrated skills and experience developing and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders over long periods of time.
• Strong organizational, planning and project management skills with the ability to work efficiently and effectively both autonomously and in small teams.
• Awareness and keen appreciation of American Indian culture. Must be sensitive to cross-cultural differences, and able to work effectively within this context.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Proficient public speaking skills.
• Applicant must agree to serve a minimum three month orientation period.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid State driver’s license.

WORK CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform, but not limited to the following:

• Work is performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• Talk, hear, sit, stand; use of hands to handle objects, equipment, controls and reach with arms and hands.
•  Noise level is usually minimal.
• Travel including overnight stays as needed.
• Drive company-leased vehicle to communities served by AAIHB.

PREFERENCE:

American Indian applicants will be given preference, in accordance with the exemption provided under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:

Send CV/Resume, list of three professional references, salary requirements and cover letter to dpeterson@aaihb.org or regular mail to: Delrae Peterson, Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc., 5015 Prospect Avenue, NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. No phone calls. For best consideration, please forward all application materials by October 15th, 2015.