PERFORMANCE EVALUATOR

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Performance Evaluator, Full-time

The Office of Performance Evaluations (OPE) seeks a qualified candidate for the full-time position of performance evaluator. The office is an independent office of the Idaho Legislature, governed by the state’s only equally bipartisan and bicameral committee, and is dedicated to promoting confidence and accountability in state government. The office has been nationally recognized for its influential work. 

At OPE, you will serve the Idaho Legislature and the people of Idaho by conducting independent, nonpartisan evaluations that consider a wide range of stakeholder perspectives and are often complex and politically sensitive. The office usually conducts three to five in-depth evaluations per year. These evaluations include elements of performance auditing, program evaluation, policy analysis, and budget analysis. 

Working at OPE will allow you to interact with and contribute to a broad range of public services. Our office has done work in the fields of economic development, education (K-12 and higher education), general government, health and human services, natural resources, and transportation and public safety. For more information about the office, see http://legislature.idaho.gov/ope/. 

Duties include conducting research, collecting data, administering surveys and interviews, performing qualitative and quantitative analyses, writing reports, and making presentations to legislative committees and other stakeholder groups. 

Salary: $24–$35 per hour depending on experience and education, plus competitive benefits 

Education: Graduate degree preferred 

Qualifications:
A proactive, creative, flexible, and service-oriented approach to problem solving
Demonstrated critical thinking skills
Advanced skills in communicating complex concepts to policymakers and other stakeholders
Thorough understanding of research methods, including qualitative and quantitative analyses
Well-developed interpersonal and teamwork skills Ability to work independently on multiple projects
Capacity to identify and manage project risks and meet project deadlines
General knowledge of state government
Ability to conduct objective, nonpartisan work 

To apply, submit a resume, a cover letter, and the names and contact information of three professional references to:
Leslie Baker, Administrative Coordinator
Office of Performance Evaluations Idaho Legislature PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0055

[email protected] 

Application deadline: Friday, August 16, 2024. Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 

Special Notification: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. 

EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.