Specialist - Outreach-Fixed Term

Position Summary

Michigan State University actively promotes dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The MSU School of Social Work is dedicated to educating students for ethical, competent, responsive, and innovative social work practice, and to conducting and disseminating high quality research that improves the well-being of the most vulnerable in society. Our teaching, research, and outreach synergistically promote social justice, positive change, and solutions to the problems facing diverse individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. More than 650 students are enrolled in our CSWE-accredited BASW and MSW programs, and PhD program.

The Kinship Care Resource Center (KCRC) is one of several community programs in the School of Social Work at Michigan State University. The KCRC serves kinship care families across the state by providing information, referrals, and support for kinship caregivers and the children they are raising. The Data Coordinator will support implementing the evaluation plan for studying the efficacy and outcomes of planned interventions for kinship caregivers. The coordinator will be responsible for survey administration, data management, and analysis, as well as supporting CRM administration activities. Additionally, the coordinator will ensure data integrity and security, support tracking research participation incentives, and generate reports for program leadership.

The primary functions of this role include:

• Administer, track, and monitor surveys for consenting participants at four time points, ensuring data collection aligns with project timelines. 
• Clean, manage, and analyze both administrative and evaluation data to generate insights for program improvements. 
• Analyze and report trends in administrative data and create regular written reports and data visualizations to inform program leadership and stakeholders. 
• Implement quality control processes to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security. 
• Assist in the management of the program CRM (Salesforce) and collaborate with internal MSU teams on troubleshooting, system improvements, and data integration.
• Provide technical assistance and training to staff on survey tools, data collection methods, and CRM usage. 
• Work closely with the evaluation team to ensure data collection and analysis meet project objectives, adapting methods as necessary. 
• Regularly communicate data insights and evaluation updates to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring non-technical audiences understand key findings. 
• Assist in preparing reports for grant compliance, ensuring timely and accurate submission of data to meet funding requirements. 
• Adhere to IRB processes and protocols, ensuring ethical standards in data collection and research involving human subjects. 
• Support tracking and dissemination of research participation incentives
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Social Work, Public health, Data Science, Business, Health or Science Informatics/Analytics or related field

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Public Health, Data Science, Business, Health or Science Informatics/Analytics, or related field with a minimum of one year of experience in social services, healthcare or academic research or program evaluation.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis, data analysis, and survey software (e.g., SPSS, Tableau, Qualtrics), Microsoft Office suite, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Experience coordinating, collecting, and analyzing data with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail in managing information, documentation, tracking, and data collection. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex data through reports and presentations tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences. Actively listens and responds to feedback, ensuring clarity and understanding in communications
• Must complete an Internal Criminal History Access Tool (ICHAT) and a National and State Sex Offender Registry Check and a MDHHS Central Registry Clearance
• Ability to travel as the position requires regular, statewide travel to support outreach and meet with partner agencies
• Transportation is the responsibility of the employee

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with survey administration and management.
• Familiarity with Title IV-E Prevention Clearinghouse Standards and Procedures or similar Evidence-Based Practice or Compliance and regulatory requirements
• Working knowledge of Institutional Review Board processes and policies, interview protocols, survey administration and building rapport with research participants

Required Application Materials

Interested candidates should send:

1) A letter of application stating qualifications and reasons for interest in this position;

2) Current resume or curriculum vitae; and

3) Three letters of reference. At least one letter should be from a former supervisor, and all letters should address your qualifications, skills, and ability to meet the responsibilities of the role. Please remember that letters of recommendation are due at the time of application.

Special Instructions

Review of application will begin October 16, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

This is an off-dated position funded to September 30, 2025, with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal.

Review of Applications Begins On

10/16/2024

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

kinship.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.