Graduate Evaluation Intern
The Assessment, Policy Development, and Evaluation Unit (APDE) of Public Health – Seattle & King County (PHSKC) is looking for an Intern III Graduate Intern (Graduate Evaluation Intern) to support a qualitative evaluation of a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG). The Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) from the CDC is a grant that serves to support state and local health departments diversify their workforces and strengthen foundational services. Examples of PHSKC’s PHIG activities include improving onboarding for new employees, developing surge plans for emergency preparedness, and streamlining data for care and resource planning for PHSKC’s clinics. PHSKC wants to understand the successes and challenges of working with community and internal partners to design and implement process improvements in PHSKC’s workforce and foundational services. The evaluation includes the following activities: working with community partners and PHSKC staff to improve community experiences of contracting, engaging community partners in identifying and prioritizing policy priorities for King County and collaborating with communities and PHSKC staff to co-create public health information and educational materials.
This position reports to the PHIG Lead Evaluator. The intern will work with the Lead Evaluator and Program team to engage in a range of evaluation activities, such as selecting data collection methods, designing data collection tools, engaging in data collection, analysis, and dissemination. The intern will also assist in collecting required performance measures. This internship is anticipated to last up to 12 months (with a possibility of an extension) and with an expected start date in May.
Learning Objectives
In 3 months, the intern will be able to learn to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse professional teams. They'll be able to describe a high-level overview of Public Health – Seattle & King County’s Public Health Infrastructure Grant activities.
In 6 months, the intern will be able to gain insight into designing and implementing qualitative evaluation in practice; analyze and interpret qualitative data to inform public health practice; and select and design communication strategies for different audiences.
By the end of the 12 months, the intern will be able to design and implement qualitative data collection methods for a large, department-wide evaluation in consultation with the Lead Evaluator. They'll be able to effectively communicate with different audiences in written and visual formats, as well as through oral presentations.
Background
The Health Sciences Division provides robust assessment and evaluation work and population health strategies to influence public health with a focus on community conditions through data, evidence, and emerging best practices in partnership with the community. The Health Sciences Division serves toward working with community partners to address the root cause of health disparities and improve population health outcomes; providing the functions of assessment, epidemiology, and program evaluation; and advancing health equity in the community through strategies at the individual and environmental levels that promote protective factors and reduce risk for chronic disease, injury, and violence. This position is based in the Assessment, Policy Development, and Evaluation (APDE) unit of the Health Sciences Division. APDE is a nationally recognized leader in community health assessment; providing health assessment data and analysis to inform planning, policies, and actions; and developing innovative interventions to improve the health of King County residents. More information about the work of the APDE unit can be found at http://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/data.aspx.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Work Schedule
The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, for up to 19 hours per week. The intern and supervisor will determine a schedule together that fits both academic schedules and business needs. This internship is anticipated to start in May and is expected to last up to 12 months (with the possibility of a second year). This position is FLSA non-exempt and is overtime eligible.
Work Location
The primary location for this position will be based at the Chinook Building – 401 5th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104. This will be a hybrid position with most of the candidate's time spent virtually. However, the intern may be required to attend in person activities and events.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Teleworking:
Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking, and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team.
Requirements
- Collaborate with the Lead Evaluator to identify and design qualitative data collection methods.
- Create data collection guides (e.g. surveys, interview guides).
- Conduct qualitative data collection with the Lead Evaluator and independently (including recording and transcribing/taking notes).
- Assist in the collection of required performance measures.
- Analyze qualitative data and summarize findings for a variety of audiences.
- Develop presentations and dissemination products for a variety of audiences.
- Engage in professional development activities as determined in collaboration with the Lead Evaluator.
Qualifications
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):
- Must reside in and work from Washington state for the entire duration of the internship.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Washington state college/university graduate program (if hired, candidate must be in the program for the entire duration of the internship and proof of enrollment maybe required).
- Passion and interest in how a local public health department functions and serves the public.
- Passion and interest in how qualitative evaluation supports continuous quality improvement.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of partners, including community-based organizations and PHSKC internal partners, in a virtual setting.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing projects and deadlines.
- Has strong time management, organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills.
The most competitive applicants will have the following experiences and qualifications (Desired):
- Enrolled in a graduate level Masters or Doctorate program with coursework in fields such as: data collection and analysis, program evaluation, and public health administration.
- Experience with qualitative data collection and analysis, including coursework, internships, work experience, etc.
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To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Who May Apply
All graduate students in the state of Washington from an accredited University living a reasonable distance from Chinook.
Application Process
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Resume (Outlining relevant experience)
- Writing Sample (1-2 pages that highlights your best written work, public facing experience, if possible)
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Necessary Special Requirements
- The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
- The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
- For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en.
- Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
- Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
- Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
- Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
- When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
- If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.
Union Membership
This is a non-represented position.
Contact
For questions about this recruitment, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at sduckworth@kingcounty.gov.
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