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Role Description

ICF International seeks an experienced Data Quality Specialist familiar with child welfare and/or social science data and health and human services technology systems. You will assist the Children’s Bureau by delivering work products that support the oversight of the development, implementation, and operations of statewide and tribal automated child welfare information systems. Your work will help guide the implementation of Comprehensive Child Welfare Information Systems (CCWIS) regulations (CFR1355.52), specifically the data quality requirements in CFR1355.52(d). This position can be performed anywhere in the US. Travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently review CCWIS data quality plans and evaluate compliance with federal regulations
• Assist federal staff in providing technical assistance to states and tribes on data quality plans, biennial reviews, and data quality automation
• Critically analyze state and tribal systems to identify data quality risks, inconsistencies, and compliance issues
• Draft reports on data quality review findings and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare an inventory/guide of data quality automation tools and functions
• Develop and lead workgroups and/or webinars for targeted technical assistance to states and tribes on CCWIS data quality best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 10 years related experience
• Knowledge of AFCARS, NCANDS, NYTD, CFSR, CFSP, and other federal child welfare data, reports, plans, and/or reviews

Requirements

• Familiarity with design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of statewide automated human services information systems (e.g., CCWIS, Child Support, TANF, MMIS, etc.)
• Advanced MS Excel experience and skills
• Knowledge and experience with a variety of Microsoft Word documents and PowerPoint slides
• Knowledge and experience with collaborative tools (SharePoint, Teams, etc.)
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients to explain and elaborate on technical details
• Excellent client service and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex information to audiences
• Strong organizational skills and extreme attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with little to no supervision
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing
• Experience with child welfare policy and practice

Benefits

• ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
• We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.
• Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
• Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
• Pay Range: $108,476.00 - $184,409.00 based on full-time employment.