Evaluation Specialist Jr.
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Design and implement comprehensive evaluation systems to measure the effectiveness, reach, and outcomes of elevated risk care management programs for Veterans. Conduct content analysis, quantitative tracking, and qualitative assessments using surveys, focus groups, and structured interviews to gather program performance data. Oversee report generation and dissemination to VA leadership, integrating findings into program strategies and recommending evidence-based adjustments. Perform secondary research to benchmark activities against national standards and federal guidelines. Collaborate with internal teams and VA representatives to develop evaluation frameworks and data collection instruments aligned with contract timelines.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience designing and implementing program evaluation systems, including quantitative tracking, qualitative assessment, and mixed-methods approaches
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Public Health, Psychology, Social Sciences, Health Policy, Research Methods, or a closely related field
- Ability to obtain and maintain a VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential and pass a VA background investigation
- Must be able to access VA systems and facilities as required by the contract
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Demonstrated proficiency in developing and administering data collection instruments (surveys, interview guides, focus group protocols) and producing written evaluation reports suitable for federal stakeholder audiences
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting federal agency programs—preferably within VA, DoD, HHS, or other federal healthcare or behavioral health contexts
- Experience with VA or federal suicide prevention, mental health, or behavioral health programs, including familiarity with the VA's Suicide Prevention Program or related elevated risk care pathways
- Familiarity with federal performance management frameworks such as GPRA/GPRAMA, logic models, or OMB program evaluation standards
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SPSS, SAS, R, NVivo, or equivalent qualitative/quantitative analysis software
- Experience presenting evaluation findings and recommendations to senior federal government officials or program leadership in written and oral formats
- Knowledge of IRB processes, human subjects research protections, and ethical standards applicable to vulnerable populations such as Veterans
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