Program Evaluation Manager (1373 - Public Health Program Manager I)

Salary: $60,487.00 - $84,682.00 Annually Location : Tucson, AZ Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2024-01208 Department:

Health Division: HD HD-PH INFRASTRU Opening Date: 09/27/2024 Closing Date: 10/11/2024 11:59 PM Arizona FLSA: Exempt Position Description REOPEN S alary Grade: 14 Pay Range Hiring Range: $60,487 - $72,584 Annually Full Range: $60,487 - $84,682 Annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.

The Program Evaluation Manager will lead program evaluation and performance measurement for a 5-year CDC-funded Public Health Infrastructure Grant ending on November 30, 2027. This role involves providing subject matter expertise on program evaluation for multiple projects funded by the grant, including those focused on Injury and Violence Prevention, Non-Communicable Diseases, Climate and Environmental Justice, and Tribal Liaison initiatives. Additionally, the manager will support department-wide initiatives such as health equity, recruitment, and retention.

In this role, the key responsibilities include examining program goals, objectives, and processes to develop evaluation questions, performance metrics, data collection instruments, and conducting analysis. The manager will also be responsible for assessing and improving current evaluation tools and developing a comprehensive evaluation plan, with data evaluation and analysis support provided by the epidemiology division. Furthermore, the Program Evaluation Manager will manage an evaluation consultancy contract to enhance evaluation capacity across the organization.

This role is essential in ensuring effective and comprehensive program evaluations, contributing to informed decision-making, and continuous improvement within the department. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. Duties/Responsibilities As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor. Develops, implements, and manages public health programs and initiatives in alignment with department goals and public health priorities; Oversees execution of program activities and grant deliverables, including outreach, education, and service delivery; Ensures programs are carried out efficiently and effectively, adhering to timelines and budgets; Monitors program progress and makes adjustments as needed to achieve desired outcomes; Collects, analyzes, and interprets program data to assess impact and effectiveness; Uses data to inform program improvements, identify trends, and measure outcomes; Prepares and presents program reports to internal stakeholders and senior leadership; Builds and maintains relationships with community partners, local agencies, and stakeholders; Develops and manages program budgets, including grant budgets, ensuring efficient allocations of resources and expenditures; Supervises and mentors program staff, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications (1) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, public health, healthcare administration or related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of related experience INCLUDING one year of lead or supervisory experience. (Completion of an internship in the appropriate unit may substitute for two years of the required general experience.) (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.) OR: (2) Four years of experience as a Program Coordinator with Pima County or four years of experience supervising or managing personnel and programs outside of Pima County. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): Graduate degree in health (public health/policy/administration) or related field (e.g., social work, public administration, psychology, evaluation). Minimum three (3) years experience in designing, implementing, and managing evaluation oversight for medium to large-scale program evaluations. Experience leading evaluation teams and managing data analysis and report write-ups.

Experience with qualitative and quantitative program evaluation methods, including experience with the development and implementation of tools. Experience with evaluation of public health, clinical, or educational programs. Selection Procedure : Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications.

All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information Licenses and Certificates: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid AZ driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine the applicant's suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate's driving record.

Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.

A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pima County provides access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for eligible employees and has an award-winning wellness program. Our plan is designed to ensure a high level of coverage and financial protection. Read more about our benefits program by 01 Are you willing to accept a grant-funded position? Yes No Required Question