Director, Division of Data, Strategy, and Impact

State of Colorado; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Colorado seeks a Program Manager III to lead data analysis and evaluation efforts within the Department of Early Childhood. This role involves developing tools and strategies to enhance program effectiveness and ensure data-driven decision-making. The position requires significant experience in data management and leadership, with a commitment to equity and inclusion. A hybrid work schedule is available, combining in-office and remote work.

Benefits

11 paid holidays per year

Medical, dental, and vision plans

State paid life insurance

Choice of retirement plans

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• Ten years of professional experience in data collection and analysis.
• Five years in a nonprofit or social service organization.
• Three years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and research for the department.
• Design frameworks to monitor and evaluate programs.
• Develop and implement evaluation strategies.

Skills

Data Collection

Data Analysis

Program Evaluation

Leadership

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Early Childhood

Social Sciences

Educational Leadership

Job description

STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENCY REQUIRED

NOTE: This announcement may be used to fill multiple openings.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. Governor Polis is focused on lowering health care costs for hardworking Coloradans, transitioning the state to renewable energy sources, ensuring every Colorado child gets a quality education, and building an economy that works for everyone.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

We offer a generous benefits package including:

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• State paid life insurance policy

• Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined benefit or defined contribution)

• Optional 401(k) and 457 plans

• State paid short-term disability coverage

• Additional optional life and disability plans

• Credit Union membership

• Training and professional development

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.

Some positions may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go tohttps://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid schedule (a combination of in-office and remote workplace; with at least 2 days required in the office).**Please note - equipment provisioning and certain onboarding tasks will take place in person, in our downtown Denver office, on the first day of employment.

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) ensures the delivery of a comprehensive, community-informed, data-driven, high-quality, and equitable early childhood system that supports the care, education and well-being of all Colorado's young children, their families, and early childhood professionals in all settings. CDEC provides access to collaborative, coordinated, quality early childhood programs and support to children, families, and early care professionals in an effort to best prepare Coloradans for future success. CDEC works with many partners, including parents, schools, child care providers, Early Childhood Councils, counties, Community Centered Boards, early intervention service providers, family resources centers, county human services, county public health, businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders to provide high-quality early childhood and family support programs.

The Data, Strategy, and Impact Division is responsible for providing data, research, analysis and evaluation of the programs within the Department. The division leads the Department’s understanding of program and operation performance for policy, budget and programming decisions. Specifically, this role would lead analytics, reporting, data management, and strategy to guide CDEC staff and leadership in the appropriate use of data, collect data that could aid in programmatic decision-making, and support data requests and reporting. This Division is in the Office of Administrative Solutions.

What you’ll be doing:

This position is responsible for developing tools, data, analytics and research to advance the Department of Early Childhood’s research and evaluation efforts as well as data and analytic efforts, from strategy through implementation. Under the direction of the Deputy Executive Director, works with staff on program and department evaluation, state and local assessments, data collection, analysis and presentation, engaging staff in inquiry regarding evaluation and assessment issues; leads the expansion of opportunities for staff and stakeholders to gain access to resources and tools and develop skills; integrates technology as needed; plans, organizes, coordinates and provides leadership for a comprehensive system of early childhood data, data management practices, information systems, and assessments related to the requirements of federal, state or local mandates; establishes and administers methods and procedures for collecting, analyzing and reporting local, common, formative or interim assessment data; frequently meets with a broad range of management, staff, stakeholders, partners, and community members to influence, motivate and monitor result objectives of the Department of Early Childhood and the operations of the Data, Strategy, and Impact Division.

Major Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Lead evaluation and research for the department.
• Design comprehensive frameworks to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and projects.
• Develop and implement comprehensive evaluation strategies.
• Lead and manage the data and analytics efforts of the department
• Develop and implement evaluation plans, including data collection methods, timelines, and reporting procedures
• Design and implement data and analytics infrastructure.
• Develop data collection and analysis plans, collecting and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data
• Formulate and implement data strategies aligned with business goals, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and security
• Leads internal and external relationships of the Office’s and Department’s policy agenda with the legislative branch of government, the Governor’s Office and other Cabinet agencies, stakeholders, advocacy groups, and philanthropic partners.
• Supervision of team, to include: plan, prioritize, assign, analyze and monitor workflow, and maintain appropriate staffing levels and review progress to ensure the quality and quantity of work meets standards and deadlines for deliverables to meet program goals and objectives.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description: (New)

(H1A4XX)

Program Management III

Minimum Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of full-time professional work experience in data collection and analysis, program evaluation strategies; which must have included the following:

  • At least five (5) years of experience within in a nonprofit or social service organization, or working with these organizations as an external evaluator

  • At least three (3) years of supervisory/leadership experience to include all aspects of formal supervision of staff.

OR

• Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in data collection and analysis, program evaluation strategies; which must have included the following: at least five (5) years of experience within in a nonprofit or social service organization, or working with these organizations as an external evaluator; and at least three (3) years of supervisory/leadership experience to include all aspects of formal supervision of staff.

  • Acceptable degree programs: Social Sciences, Social Work, Early Childhood, Research, Evaluation, or Educational Leadership

Please note:The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application and in the supplemental questions. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section and supplemental questions of your application will be reviewed to determine this. “See Resume” statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.


Substitutions:Additional related experience may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis. Additional appropriate education in a related field may substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.


Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Early Childhood, Research, Evaluation Social Work, Social Sciences, or Educational Leadership.
• Experience overseeing the accurate and timely completion of compliance reporting, data collection, analysis and plan for data conversions or integrations that support instruction and student growth.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to data management practices, state mandated testing administration, management, and implementation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with: student information systems, state mandated, local, or formative testing administration, management and implementation including computer-based testing.

Highly Desired:

• Experience overseeing compliance reporting, data collection, and analysis.
• Knowledge of data management practices and testing administration.
• Experience with student information systems and various assessment methods.

DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must pass a background check prior to employment.
• Employees who have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([e-mail]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at [phone]; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

How to Apply(PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening; if you submit a resume and cover letter, they will be reviewed in later stages of the selection process. Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

1. A complete CDEC Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
2. A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
3. If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
4. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
5. A resume.

Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below.

Comparative Analysis Process

The comparative analysis process will consist primarily of a review of applications against the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Applications will be reviewed in comparison to all others in the applicant pool in order to identify a top group of candidates who may be invited for a final interview. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, additional selection processes may be utilized to identify a top group of candidates. Applicants will be notified of their status via email.

Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date will result in your application being rejected.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

ADAAA Accommodations:CDEC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the HR Specialist, Ely Behrhorst at [e-mail].

Technical Assistance:

If you experience difficulty in uploading or attaching documents to your online application, or for any other technical difficulties, call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 anytime between 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Pacific Time).

The Departmentdoes not offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.