EMPLOYMENT OPP: HMIS Program Coordinator (Baltimore City, MD)
MAYOR’S OFFICE OF HUMAN SERVICES
Operations Assistant II
(Program
Coordinator - Data & Evaluation Unit)
Baltimore City Mayor’s Office of Human Services is seeking a
dynamic professional to lead essential day-to-day and project-specific
tasks related to data and evaluation of homelessness and homeless services in
Baltimore City. This
position reports to the Data and Evaluation Manager in the Mayor’s Office of
Human Services, Policy and Data Division.
Responsibilities of the Program Coordinator position include but are
not limited to:
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Work closely with the Unit Manager in the interpretation and
implementation of federal and state regulations related to homelessness data
collection and reporting.
·
Lead and coordinate various detailed data reporting tasks, involving
both standard and ad-hoc reports about homeless clients, services, and grants
in Baltimore.
·
Lead and coordinate data collection processes for the City’s annual
Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and Point in Time (PIT) count of homeless people.
·
Coordinate and facilitate training activities for homeless service
providers that utilize HMIS (Homelessness Management Information System), a
database on homeless clients and services, covering how to use the system and
expectations related to data collection and evaluation.
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Coordinate day-to-day operations of the HMIS help desk.
·
Collaborate closely with the Unit Manager in planning and
executing all communications with service providers that utilize HMIS and
various other stakeholders interested in data and evaluation issues. This
includes detailed written guidance and policies regarding homeless data
collection, HMIS use, and data quality and performance management.
·
Contribute to the development and implementation of a performance
measurement process for The Journey Home,
Baltimore’s plan to end homelessness, as well as performance measurement at
the project level to inform funding decisions and ensure results-based
accountability. Collaborate with Data and Evaluation Unit team in various
database design, customization, and troubleshooting tasks.
·
Collaborate with the Unit Manager in various strategic planning
tasks for the Data and Evaluation Unit.
The ideal candidate will have:
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A Master's degree in public policy, public administration, social
work, or a related/applicable field (or comparable level of education and
experience).
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Two to three years experience working in homeless or social
services is desired but not required.
·
A background in basic statistical
analysis, ability to manage large amounts of electronic data and data files in a
fast-paced environment, and skills to perform detailed data management tasks
using MS Excel.
·
Strong computer skills,
including use office software and various internet applications in a
fast-paced, multitasking environment.
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Ability to monitor for data quality and compliance with federal
and state regulations.
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Experience using Homelessness Management Information System (HMIS)
or other data management systems in human services or related fields is
preferred, but not required.
·
Requires
excellent verbal and written communication skills and comfort conducting
presentations in front of large groups.
This is a non-civil service, full-time service
position with a salary range of $42,500 - $68,000 and a comprehensive
benefits package. Those considered for employment must authorize release
of a criminal background check from the Maryland State Police.
To Apply: Please forward resumes by regular mail
or e-mail only to the attention of Ms. Susan Olubi, Director of
Administrative Services, Mayor’s Office of Human Services, 7 E. Redwood Street,
5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202; Susan.Olubi@baltimorecity.gov. No
facsimiles accepted. Applications
will be accepted on a continuous basis until filled.
Baltimore City is an
Equal Opportunity Employer