Program Evaluator II - Pre- and Post-Crash Care

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 77,600 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) seeks a Program Evaluator II to provide technical assistance for research and evaluation activities and to support operations and logistics.

The role supports the National Institute for Defense Health Cooperation and USU in Bethesda, MD, focusing on the PPCC program and other NIDHC initiatives. Responsibilities include designing evaluation plans, developing data collection instruments, conducting analyses, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of evaluation principles, indicators and measurement.
• Experience in assessment, monitoring and evaluation; survey/interview protocols.
• Ability to write an evaluation plan and contribute to final reports.
• Proficiency in survey design, data analysis and visualization tools (SPSS/Stata/NVivo).

Responsibilities

• Conduct background research and literature reviews across motor vehicle safety and public health topics.
• Design and develop monitoring and evaluation plans and data collection instruments.
• Advise programs on implementation, monitoring and evaluation design.
• Create content for proposals and study plans (IRB workflows).
• Use mixed methods to design data collection, analyze data and interpret results.
• Prepare briefings, reports and articles for diverse audiences.
• Provide field monitoring and evaluation support to PPCC program.
• Coordinate planning and communication with partners and stakeholders.
• Conduct data collection at pilot sites and train others.
• Support stakeholder needs and capacity building in evaluation.
• Coordinate activities with implementing partners and USU staff.

Skills

Evaluation principles

Survey design

Data analysis

SPSS

Stata

NVivo

Data visualization

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Survey instruments

Job description

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Program Evaluator II - Pre- and Post-Crash Care to conduct and provide technical assistance for research and evaluation activities, as well as operations and logistics support. The position will be in support of National Institute for Defense Health Cooperation, a center of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) in Bethesda, MD. The Program Evaluator will participate in the planning, design, and implementation of program monitoring and evaluation activities related to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Pre- and Post-Crash Care (PPCC) Program, as well as other NIDHC programs and projects, as assigned.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Pre- and Post-Crash Care (PPCC) Program aims to improve emergency medical services (EMS), 911, post-crash care, and help to prevent crashes on our Nation’s roadways by developing and propagating research, education, and training related to medicine and public health, ultimately enhancing the Nation's emergency response system for critical care patients.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct background research and review extant literature across multiple areas such as motor vehicle safety, impaired driving, indicators and measures of effectiveness, study design and methodology, and analytic methods.
• Design and develop monitoring and evaluation plans and data collection instruments including surveys and interview protocols.
• Conduct technical review and advise programs and partners on program implementation, monitoring, and evaluation design and methods.
• Create content and materials for proposal development and study plans including Institutional Review Board protocols.
• Use qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods to design and implement data collection instruments, conduct data analysis, and interpret results.
• Develop and contribute to briefings, reports, and articles for a variety of audiences to include technical experts, senior leadership, and lay persons.
• Provide technical field monitoring and evaluation support to the PPCC program.
• Coordinate the preparation and execution of field monitoring and evaluation activities with stakeholders and partners.
• Implement field monitoring and evaluation activities individually or as part of a team.
• Collect data at Pilot sites and provide training/guidance to others collecting data.
• Support stakeholders and NIDHC staff in identifying key issues in the field to enhance the quality and effectiveness of assessment, monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Support the PPCC team in managing partner, stakeholder, and/or client needs.
• Support internal assessment, monitoring, and evaluation capacity building efforts.
• Coordinate planning and ensure strategic communication with all relevant participants including but not limited to, implementing partner, USU faculty/students, Interagency (e.g., DoD, Department of Health & Human Services, Department of Homeland Security, etc.), and contracting staff (if applicable).
• Maintain an ethical approach to all activities, including but not limited to study design, data collection, and analyses, report writing, IRB compliance, and training.
• Work with administrative HJF staff to plan for and coordinate any travel.
• Completes other assigned projects as needed and assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree required, Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of key evaluation principles, indicator development, and measurement is required.
• Experience in assessment, monitoring and evaluation is required; experience in developing surveys and interview/focus group protocols is required.
• Must be able to write an evaluation plan and contribute towards final evaluation reporting.
• Competency in a variety of survey design, data analysis, and visualization softwares, including SPSS and/ or Stata, and NVivo.
• Skill in data visualization.
• Must have the ability to work as part of a dynamic team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Experience in public health evaluation is preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary/hourly pay range for this position is $77,600 - $95,000. Actual salary/hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.