Program Evaluation Specialist

US101 Guidehouse Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid holidays

Bonus potential

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Learning opportunities

Mobility stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a data-minded professional to support evaluation and performance measurement in public health programs. The role involves collecting and validating data, analyzing trends, and creating dashboards for stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of relevant experience, with ability to obtain and maintain a public trust. Experience with Power BI or Tableau is a plus, and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 1+ year of experience in program evaluation, public health research, data analytics, performance measurement, or related consulting activities.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of program evaluation and performance measurement activities for public health programs.
• Collect, organize, maintain, and validate program and evaluation data to support analysis and reporting efforts.
• Analyze and visualize data using tools such as R and Power BI to support program monitoring, evaluation, and decision-making.
• Support responses to data requests from program teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Develop reports, dashboards, presentations, and data summaries to communicate program performance, outcomes, and findings.
• Assist in identifying, tracking, and refining performance indicators and evaluation measures aligned with program objectives.
• Conduct literature reviews, environmental scans, and other research activities to support evaluation planning and implementation.
• Support the development of evaluation tools, data collection instruments, and documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams to implement monitoring and evaluation activities and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to discussions regarding evaluation approaches, findings, and recommendations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Job description

What You Will Do:

• Support the design and implementation of program evaluation and performance measurement activities for public health programs.
• Collect, organize, maintain, and validate program and evaluation data to support analysis and reporting efforts.
• Analyze and visualize data using tools such as R and Power BI to support program monitoring, evaluation, and decision-making.
• Support responses to data requests from program teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Develop reports, dashboards, presentations, and data summaries to communicate program performance, outcomes, and findings.
• Assist in identifying, tracking, and refining performance indicators and evaluation measures aligned with program objectives.
• Conduct literature reviews, environmental scans, and other research activities to support evaluation planning and implementation.
• Support the development of evaluation tools, data collection instruments, and documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams to implement monitoring and evaluation activities and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to discussions regarding evaluation approaches, findings, and recommendations.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree
• ONE (1) or more years of relevant experience supporting program evaluation, public health research, data analytics, performance measurement, or related consulting activities.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Master's degree
• Experience using analytical tools for data analysis.
• Experience using Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization platforms.
• Understanding of evaluation concepts, logic models, performance measurement, and applied research methodologies.
• Experience cleaning, managing, and analyzing structured datasets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while working collaboratively within project teams.
• Experience supporting projects for federal or state public health agencies (e.g., CDC, HHS, state health departments).
• Familiarity with public health surveillance, program evaluation, data governance, and privacy requirements.
• Experience developing Power BI dashboards and data visualizations for non-technical audiences.
• Experience with SQL, Python, Tableau, or other advanced analytics and data management tools.
• Experience supporting monitoring, evaluation, learning, or quality improvement initiatives.

The annual salary range for this position is $68,000.00-$113,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

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