Job Information
State of Minnesota Evaluation Coordinator - Research Scientist 3 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Evaluation Coordinator
Job Class: Research Scientist 3
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 84710
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/10/2025
Closing Date : 03/31/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / Enterprise Insight & Strategy
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes (up to 5%)
Salary Range: $36.71 - $54.60 / hourly; $76,650 - $114,004 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available for up to ten (10) days per pay period .*
As an Evaluation Coordinator, you will plan, implement, and report on evaluation and performance management for strategic efforts and priorities across the broader human services system in Minnesota. The position will communicate, inform, and provide guidance and expertise to Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Executive Management, enterprise boards, executive committees, Tribal Nations leaders and County leaders with the overall goal of improving and maintaining accountability and outcomes across Modernization for clients and taxpayers.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
Lead and establish goals, objectives, performance measurement and evaluation methodologies, and technical guidance for strategic efforts and priorities to illustrate progress and outcomes.
Provide technical expertise to align evaluation and measurement efforts to the DHS Strategic Plan and related priorities.
Lead the development of evaluation plans focused on person-centered understanding of people served and make broad recommendations to leaders and partners.
Consult with and make recommendations to the deputy commissioners, assistant commissioners, directors, and other senior leaders based on evaluation and analytics results to promote data-driven decision-making.
Collaborate agency-wide and externally with counties, Tribes, other state agencies, and other partners to build and implement a participatory evaluation process and make program and policy recommendations.
Provide technical recommendations internally and externally to facilitate best practice evaluation strategies.
Participate fully in division-wide activities, including equity work, as well as document and create standard templates and processes for their key responsibilities to ensure high quality work.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.
Three (3) years of experience in program evaluation principles and practices, performance measurement, business analytics, and/or process improvement.
Experience must demonstrate:
Ability to analyze, interpret and communicate data, recommendations and complex technical or statistical information in ways that are meaningful to the requester.
Experience developing logic models, program roadmaps, or theories of change.
Ability to design, build, and lead research and evaluation activities.
Experience with performance measurement and data analysis.
Ability to develop and use program and/or outcome evaluation methodologies and present results in a manner that is easily understood.
Experience with survey design, as well as survey methodologies and analysis.
Experience developing trust and relationships with partners or clients.
Experience working with senior leaders.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading large-scale initiatives.
Ability to facilitate input from all appropriate partners in the analysis and development of evaluation activities to coordinate implementation and guide partner expectations.
Knowledge of DHS programs and their interrelationships and an understanding of human services policy and procedures, and of government functions and relations.
A master’s degree in an area related to evaluation, health, human services, or public policy.
Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau.
Experience conducting equity analysis and designing equity measures.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.