Hennepin County, MN

The Children & Family Services area is seeking a Principal Planning Analyst to join our team.. Provide area-wide project management and planning support for Children and Family Services initiatives including traditional project management, process improvement, policy analysis, facilitation, gaps analysis, strategic visioning and planning, qualitative data analysis, program development, and program evaluation using a racial equity lens.. Bachelor's degree in any field and a minimum of two courses in research methods, analysis, statistics, project management, planning or evaluation and four years of relevant planning analyst experience.. Ph. D. degree in business administration, public administration, research methods, behavioral/social science, public health, management science, urban/city planning, or a field appropriate to the area of specialization.. Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)

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Salary: $64,865.89 - $102,832.95 Annually Location : Hennepin County Job Type: Full-time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 24HSPH844TD52 Department: Human Services and Public Health Division: Children & Family Svcs-Admin Opening Date: 04/01/2024 Closing Date: 4/15/2024 11:59 PM Central Description The Children & Family Services area is seeking a Principal Planning Analyst to join our team. In this position, you will perform planning, project management, facilitation, research, and evaluation activities related to our division. You will also engage area leadership in continuous quality improvement projects and will have work assigned that focuses on disparity reduction efforts and systems care. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program. Location and hours: This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at various Hennepin County locations, and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. with flexibility. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022 to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable upon completion of 6 months of employment. About this position type: This is full-time, benefit earning position. This position is internally classified as a Planning Analyst, Principal. Click to view the job classification specification. In this position, you will:<ul><li>Provide area-wide project management and planning support for Children and Family Services initiatives including traditional project management, process improvement, policy analysis, facilitation, gaps analysis, strategic visioning and planning, qualitative data analysis, program development, and program evaluation using a racial equity lens.<li>Manage and execute a portfolio of projects. Lead efforts to develop and define project scope and objectives, coordinated project charters, project plans, project deliverables, outcomes, summaries and reports. Execute project plans and revise as appropriate using standard project management and continuous improvement tools and techniques. <li>Facilitate discussions with line staff, supervisors, managers, area managers, and/or County Administration to meet project goals and objectives.<li>Collect, analyze, and interpret data and information; provide recommendations to management regarding programs and services. <li>Conduct formal evaluations of programs and identify key measures to assess and improve the performance of programs, initiatives, and processes.<li>Prepare and present project reports related to evaluation processes and findings.<li>Research and maintain working knowledge of current best practices and tools in project management, facilitation, and continuous improvement.</li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> Need to have:<ul><li>One of the following:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in any field and a minimum of two courses in research methods, analysis, statistics, project management, planning or evaluation and four years of relevant planning analyst experience.<li>Bachelor's degree in one of the fields listed below plus three years of relevant planning analyst experience.<li>Master's degree in one of the fields listed below and two years of relevant planning analyst experience.<li>Ph.D. degree in business administration, public administration, research methods, behavioral/social science, public health, management science, urban/city planning, or a field appropriate to the area of specialization.</li></li></li></li></ul></li></ul>Nice to have:<ul><li>Experience with:<ul><li>Successfully managing multiple projects and priorities with multiple stakeholders using project management tools and methodologies. <li>Gathering and synthesizing high-level information and ideas into project charters and detailed work plans.<li>Planning and facilitating group meetings, designing, and leading conversations among divided groups both virtually and in person.</li></li></li></ul><li>Ability to:<ul><li>Feel comfortable managing and leading projects with limited upfront knowledge.<li>Lead groups through complex problem-solving and decision-making processes.<li>Identify and discuss issues of race and racism to reduce racial disparities.<li>Communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.</li></li></li></li></ul><li>Knowledge of:<ul><li>Child welfare and the practice of serving families and children in a human service or public health setting.<li>Microsoft Office applications (Word, SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio).</li></li></ul></li></li></li></ul>About the department:Human Services delivers a variety of services to individuals or families that assist with basic needs or encourage client change around specific objectives. We work with individuals as well as systems and communities in order to develop policy and advocate for the people we serve. The people we serve, and our communities are connected. By helping one, we help the other.About Hennepin County:Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goalsthat Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at . Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies. This position may have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a background check.If you have any questions, please contact: Taylor Dahlberg Why work here? Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including: <ul> <li>Meaningful work <li>Public service <li>Competitive pay <li>Work-life balance <li>Generous benefits <li>Opportunities to grow <li>Commitment to your success</li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents. Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility. If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found 01 This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at various Hennepin County locations, and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. with flexibility. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. Are you able and willing to meet these requirements? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 02 Which of the following describes your education and experience as related to this posting? Check all that apply. <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in any field and a minimum of two courses in research methods, analysis, statistics, project management, planning or evaluation and four years of relevant planning analyst experience.</li> <li>Bachelor's degree in one of the fields listed below plus three years of relevant planning analyst experience</li> <li>Master's degree in one of the fields listed below and two years of relevant planning analyst experience.</li> <li>Ph.D. degree in business administration, public administration, research methods, behavioral/social science, public health, management science, urban/city planning, or a field appropriate to the area of specialization.</li> <li>None of the Above</li> </ul> 03 List any post high school education you have completed. Indicate the school(s) you attended and your major area(s) of specialization, and any degree(s) earned. If you do not have post high school education, type "None" in the space provided. 04 How many full-time equivalent years of relevant planning analyst experience do you have? <ul> <li>I do not have this experience</li> <li>Less than 1 year</li> <li>1 year or more, but less than 2 years</li> <li>2 years or more, but less than 3 years</li> <li>3 years or more, but less than 4 years</li> <li>4 years or more</li> </ul> 05 Describe your relevant planning analyst experience, referencing job(s) listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided. 06 In which of the following subjects have you completed at least two courses? Check all that apply. <ul> <li>Analysis</li> <li>Evaluation</li> <li>Planning</li> <li>Project Management</li> <li>Research Methods</li> <li>Statistics</li> <li>None of the above</li> </ul> 07 List the courses you have completed in the subject(s) you selected above. If you do not have any courses to report, type "None" in the space provided. 08 Do you have experience with successfully managing multiple projects and priorities with multiple stakeholders using project management tools and methodologies? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 09 Describe your experience with successfully managing multiple projects and priorities with multiple stakeholders using project management tools and methodologies, referencing job(s) listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type "None' in the box below. 10 Do you have experience planning and facilitating group meetings, designing and leading conversations among divided groups both virtually and in person? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 11 Describe your experience planning and facilitating group meetings, designing and leading conversations among divided groups both virtually and in person referencing job(s) on your resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None' in the box below. 12 Do you have knowledge of child welfare and the practice of serving families with children in a human service or public health setting? <ul> <li>Yes</li> <li>No</li> </ul> 13 Describe your knowledge of child welfare and the practice of serving families with children in a human service or public health setting, referencing job(s) listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided. 14 Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods. <ul> <li>College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)</li> <li>Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)</li> <li>Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County</li> <li>Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee</li> <li>Hennepin County job notification emails</li> <li>Indeed.com</li> <li>Job fair or networking event</li> <li>LinkedIn</li> <li>Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)</li> <li>Professional association (job board or email)</li> <li>Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)</li> <li>www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com</li> <li>Other</li> </ul> 15 For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source. Required Question

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