Public Strategies Overview
Public Strategies (PS) is a nationally respected consulting, project management, and marketing firm based in Oklahoma City. We provide innovative solutions for federal, state, and local clients, including project and program management, training and technical assistance, technology, event management, research and evaluation, video production, and strategic communications. We also deliver research-informed direct services to financially vulnerable Oklahomans, with a focus on strengthening families and improving employment opportunities.
We are a collaborative team of thinkers, creatives, strategists, communicators, builders, researchers, and change agents committed to touching lives, driving change, and doing good well.
Position Summary
As a Program Data Specialist, you will be responsible for managing data collection, analysis, and compliance within the Family Services division's programs and initiatives. This role will involve ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and security of program data and guidelines and collaborating with team leads and various stakeholders to understand client and program needs to implement data management best practices to achieve goals. Finally, the Specialist will develop strategies to ensure continuous quality improvement and optimize program performance.
Essential Job Functions
- Data Management:
- Designing and implementing data collection processes to gather information from multiple sources.
- Establishing data standards and protocols to ensure consistency, accuracy, and completeness of program data.
- Developing and maintaining databases, data systems, and data warehouses for efficient storage and retrieval of program data.
- Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Conducting data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to program goals and objectives.
- Generating regular reports and dashboards to communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) and program metrics to stakeholders.
- Providing data-driven recommendations and insights to support decision-making and program optimization efforts.
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborating with program managers and other stakeholders to define data requirements and establish data collection protocols.
- Providing training and support to program staff on data management best practices, compliance requirements, and data analysis techniques.
- Serving as a liaison between program teams on matters related to data management and compliance.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Monitoring industry trends and best practices in data management, compliance, and program evaluation.
- Identifying opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency gains in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Leading or participating in cross-functional teams to implement initiatives aimed at enhancing program effectiveness and efficiency.
- Other duties as assigned