Planning Evaluator

DecisionPoint Corporation

. Provide advanced planning, coordination, and implementation of the agency’s standard response evaluation approach .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in emergency management evaluation and public health analytics, with a strong focus on designing and implementing evaluation plans that align with federal standards. Proficient in data analysis, visualization, and translating findings into actionable recommendations for diverse audiences.

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Emergency Management EvaluationPublic Health AnalyticsStatistical Software (R, Python)Data Visualization ToolsEvaluation Methods and Practices

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisQualitative AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisStatistical Learning MethodsEvaluation PlanningData Management PrinciplesData Governance PrinciplesAnalytic Product DevelopmentTracking and Measuring ProgressMonitoring Data Quality

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMAXQDANVivoData Visualization Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Emergency ManagementPublic HealthPreparedness and Response ActivitiesEvaluation MethodologiesData CollectionFederal StandardsBest Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide advanced planning, coordination, and implementation of the agency’s standard response evaluation approach
Support evaluation activities across preparedness and response activities, including emergency responses and exercises
Design evaluations to meet agency response and exercise requirements
Develop evaluation plans and coordinate their implementation
Track and measure progress against established objectives and outcomes
Identify capability gaps, resource needs, and areas for improvement
Ensure evaluation activities align with federal standards and best practices
Design and execute data requests, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of analytic products
Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data
Apply statistical learning methods to identify trends, gaps, and outcomes
Monitor and assess data quality, integrity, and completeness
Collaborate with IT and informatics teams to improve data collection, processing, and other systems
Develop evaluation products for technical and non-technical audiences, including reports, dashboards, data visualizations, executive summaries, briefings, and one-pagers
Track, develop, and disseminate evaluation findings and recommendations
Communicate findings to leadership, stakeholders, and partner organizations
Maintain documentation of evaluation methodologies, data sources, and analytic processes
Incorporate lessons learned into future evaluations and response processes
Stay current with advancements in data science, machine learning, and public health analytics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in emergency management / emergency management evaluation; 2 years specifically in public health emergency management may substitute
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in program evaluation or public health analytics
Experience with statistical software (e.g. R, Python, MAXQDA, NVivo or similar)
Experience with data visualization tools
Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis
Strong knowledge of evaluation methods and practices
Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation
Ability to translate data into actionable recommendations
Ability to customize communication products for varied audiences, including executive leadership
Knowledge of data management and data governance principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Planner)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to support high-tempo emergency response environments
Ability to manage multiple concurrent data requests and deadlines
Flexibility to support surge activities during public health emergencies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Occasional telework may be allowed if approved by the technical monitor and COR