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Salary $5,630 - $6,691 a month job type full-time
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Description
The department of children, youth, and families (dcyf) was created to be a comprehensive agency exclusively dedicated to the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children, youth, and families regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other socioeconomic factorsWe believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve and are actively searching for candidates that reflect that diversity.
We`re looking for an assessment oversight lead and senior project specialist to join the office of innovation, alignment, and accountability (oiaa) within dcyfOiaa provides leadership on agency reform efforts through the strategic use of data, analysis, and research, ultimately working toward the common goal of eliminating child and youth outcome disparities based on race and ethnicityOur vision is that `all washington`s children and youth grow up safe and healthy-thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community.`
The opportunity:
As the assessment oversight lead and senior project specialist, you will serve as an expert on project management, and be responsible for project planning related to juvenile rehabilitation and child welfare assessment tools, as well as coordination of the dcyf assessment oversite group (aog)This position works with leaders and staff across the agency and alongside oiaa staff, and external stakeholders to dcyfThis person manages the dcyf assessment oversite group and is responsible for supporting the agency-wide effort to analyze and make recommendations to leadership regarding the improvement, reduction, and expansion of agency assessment toolsThis position supports the development of oiaa policies and procedures, through expert knowledge of state agency regulatory and authorizing environmentsIf you have experience with project management, thrive in a data-informed environment, and want to contribute to improving tools and ultimately the lives of children, youth, and families throughout washington state, then apply today! this position is eligible for remote work, with an official duty station at one of our offices in washington.
Some of what you will get to do:
Provide expert-level analysis to agency programmatic leadership regarding the appropriate application and implementation of risk assessment tools, ensuring compliance with hb1186, other relevant legislation, and the assessment oversite group standards.
Develop and track project work plans for special projects focused on assessments.
Plan/schedule major activities and milestones
Support planning for monthly workgroup meetings
Track project status against planned activities and milestones
Schedule and support logistics for group meetings
Identify opportunities to align jr assessment work with other agencies (e.gJustice systems, treatment, courts, etc.)
Identify and elevate project issues for solution
Produce written documents to explain, describe, and support the project, including visualizations.
Maintain project documentation by ensuring all requirements, deliverables, and performance metrics are met through reporting contract metrics and updates regularly to supervisor.
Provide expert-level analysis to oiaa and dcyf leadership regarding the appropriate application and implementation of risk assessment tools in dcyf, including coordination, implementation, ethical, and equity considerations.
Develop and track project work plans to ensure the aog is successfully monitoring the ongoing use of assessments in dcyf, approving the selection of new tools, and coordinating the use of assessment tools used in the agency:
Plan/schedule major activities and milestones.
Support meeting activities such as agenda development, follow-up of assigned tasks, and facilitation of meetings, as necessary.
Track project status against planned activities and milestones.
Monitor workgroup progress for scope creep and items associated with overlapping workgroups and other agency projects.
Identify best practices from other state agencies for recommendations as applicable
Coordinate with program staff and external stakeholders to ensure aog is informed about the applied results of proposed and enacted work.
Identify and elevate project issues and provide recommendations for resolution
Produce written documentation to explain, describe, and support the project, including visualizations.
Maintain project documentation.
Ensure transparency of work through clear and routine communication to both internal and external stakeholders
What we are looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, social work, criminal justice, law, public health, health administration, or a related field, and
Three years experience in project coordination, management, communications, or closely related work.
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:
Four years’ experience related to policy analysis
Experience (applied or theoretical) with assessment tools or predictive analytics
Experience facilitating interdisciplinary teams
Applied experience in juvenile justice, child welfare, and/or early learning
How do i apply?
Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:
Letter of interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position
Current resume detailing experience and education
List of 5 professional references with at least one recent supervisor
To take advantage of veteran`s preference please attach your dd-214, member 4 long-form, or your ngb-22Please black out your social security number prior to attaching.
Supplemental information:
Per governor inslee’s proclamation 21-14 (download pdf reader), state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than october 18, 2021Being fully vaccinated against covid-19 is a condition of employmentBeing fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized covid-19 vaccine regimenIf you are a selected candidate, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination in order to become/remain a dcyf employeeYou may request an accommodation if you are unable to meet the requirement due to a medical or religious necessity.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
The initial screening will be based on the content and completeness of your application and the materials submittedAll information may be verified and documentation may be requiredApplications with comments such as `see attachments` or `n/a` in the supplemental question responses will be considered incomplete.
Dcyf is an equal opportunity employer and supports equity, diversity, inclusion, and respect.
Need accommodation throughout the application/interview process? unable to apply online? contact the recruitment team at dcyf.jobs@dcyf.wa.gov or (360) 628-0114 or the telecommunications device for the deaf at 800-833-6388
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