The Department of Children and Families’ Division on Women (DOW) and Office of Applied Research & Evaluation seeks an individual to fill a grant-funded Data Coordinator with strong data management and data analysis experience to support data capacity building and continuous quality improvement processes focused on DOW’s sexual and domestic violence programming. Anticipated tasks of this position include:

* Support the design and implementation of data and evaluation projects using qualitative and quantitative methods.
* Coordinate the projects of data, research and evaluation teams consisting of both research and programmatic staff.
* Review, summarize, and communicate findings from relevant scientific and national literature related to projects.
* Participate in the design of research protocols and data project plans.
* Draft, refine and maintain data collection tools, data collection systems and databases, as needed.
* Participate in fieldwork and data collection efforts.
* Maintain and ensure the quality of analytical files including analytical outputs and tables with evaluation findings.
* Facilitate continuous quality improvement processes related to DOW programs and services. Create and maintain standardized reports and data visualizations.
* Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using software packages such as Excel and SPSS.
* Support the development and maintenance of interactive data dashboards and visualizations using Tableau for program partners and stakeholders.

SPECIAL NOTE: This position may be eligible to work remotely for up to two days in a calendar week.

REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Master’s degree in a discipline appropriate to the position.

EXPERIENCE: At least two (2) yrs experience in research, evaluation and/or data analytics, including data analysis and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A focus on sexual assault, domestic violence, or related field is a plus. Ability to work independently and collaborate in participatory evaluation with various program staff and stakeholders. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: SAME@csc.nj.gov , or call CSC at (833) 691-0404.

TO APPLY: You must submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document, saving the file by your Last Name, First Name.

Please indicate in your cover letter the Posting # and where you found this job opportunity. Send the file to:

Job.Posting@dcf.nj.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer