Director, DHS PeopleStat Office (Special Advisor Secretary of Human Services)

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a data expert for an executive-level position responsible for directing the department's PeopleStat Office providing agency-wide data analytics and performance management. DHS is committed to data-driven decision making that supports Pennsylvanians who are eligible for our programs and services achieve good health, sustainable stability, and success for themselves and their families. If your skills and interests align with this exciting opportunity, we want you on our team!

Within this dynamic leadership role, you will be responsible for managing a team of staff who are focused on analyzing data relating to DHS programs and services, compiling annual DHS budget metrics, and retrieving data for legislative reports. You will provide expert advisory services to the Secretary regarding how to best utilize data in an effort to demonstrate the need for DHS programs as well as the effectiveness of those programs. This professional is also responsible for representing the Secretary at meetings related to data analytics, performance management, and data sharing, in addition to organizing and facilitating regular data driven meetings with executive staff.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. f you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Seven years of professional experience in analyzing data, five of which involve facilitating data driven meetings to present findings/recommendations, and four years of leadership experience overseeing data analysis; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Led or been involved in data projects that were published.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.