The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to fill the role of Management and Planning Analyst. The selected candidate will support the efforts of the Director of Management Planning and Analysis (OMPA). The Management and Planning Analyst will be responsible for preparing operational reports that inform: DCF management plans, performance and outcome measures, and agency-wide planning activities.
The incumbent in coordination with the Director of OMPA will provide internal consulting services to the various offices and areas of the agency in order to improve service delivery, quality of practice and efficiency. The Management and Planning Analyst will also function as an interface between program and social work staff and technical management information systems staff.
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
Prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual and ad-hoc reports that inform management plans and improvement on performance measures.
Prepare management reports for use by the Commissioner and other executive staff, management staff and for external distribution.
Analyze data and trends in the DCF system and outside of DCF where it may affect the Agency’s mission.
Develop management information systems (manual and automated) that assist DCF in its work.
Provide interface (or Liaison) between social work, administrative and technical staff.
Act as project leader as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
Public sector child welfare experience preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge and abilities in the following areas: evaluation, analysis, writing, statistics (preferred but not required), or quantitative techniques.
Demonstrated knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Access (preferred but not required), SPSS (preferred but not required), and GIS (preferred but not required).
Ability to communicate with staff and present information both orally and in writing.
To Apply:
Please upload both Resume and Cover Letter for this position when applying. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
About the Department of Children and Families:
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to upholding the fundamental mission of protecting children from abuse and neglect to ensure they are able to grow and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. DCF’s vision is that all children have the right to grow up in a nurturing home, free from abuse and neglect, with access to food, shelter, clothing, health care and education. DCF works toward establishing the safety, permanency and well-being of the Commonwealth's children by: stabilizing and preserving families; providing quality temporary alternative care when necessary, safely reunifying families; and when necessary and appropriate, creating new families through kinship, guardianship or adoption. Preferred applicants will possess a demonstrated commitment to the core practice values: 1) child-driven, 2) family-centered, 3) community-focused, 4) strength-based, 5) committed to diversity/cultural competency, and 6) committed to continuous learning.
To learn more about our services and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dcf
Pre-Hire Process:
A criminal history background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori and click on "Information for Job Applicants."
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.
If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.
For questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 and select option #4.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in work simplification, management analysis, program analysis, methods analysis, economic analysis, fiscal analysis, financial analysis, budget analysis or in program administration or program management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in business administration, business management, public administration, industrial engineering or industrial management may be substituted for the required experience. *
II. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management, public administration, industrial engineering or industrial management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience. *
Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Management Analyst I
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place
Job: Administrative Services
Agency: Department of Children & Families
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Job Posting: Feb 28, 2025, 3:23:14 PM
Number of Openings: 1
Salary: 60,344.96 - 86,197.28 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: jae.beal2@mass.gov - 8572837581
Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
