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Employment Opportunity: Program Evaluator
The New Mexico Legislative Finance Committee (LFC) is recruiting to fill a Program Evaluator position. We are recruiting for motivated and talented professionals who are interested in public policy and improving government. Program Evaluators develop, lead, and conduct independent program evaluations and special research studies of interest to legislators and make recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government.The LFC makes budgetary recommendations to the whole Legislature for the funding of state government, higher education, and public schools in addition to its accountability and oversight role. Eight senators and eight representatives comprise the LFC, with political parties represented in proportion to membership in each house of the legislature. The Committee employs professional Program Evaluators to determine whether taxpayer expenditures are producing desired results and to recommend improvements in state government. The LFC also maintains a permanent staff of fiscal analysts and economists who examine budgets and participate in the state’s revenue estimating process.Role
LFC Program Evaluators work on issues at the forefront of public policy. As a result of the variety of our evaluations and how seriously they are considered, LFC staff has broad exposure to policymakers and executives throughout state government and staff recommendations often result in changes to public policy and state law. Subject areas take in the full spectrum of state activities, including health care, social services, education, public safety, natural resources, and the general administration of state government and its political subdivisions.Program Evaluators may carry out some assignments individually or serve on a team. Because this work is demanding, time-bound, and important, Program Evaluators must have superior time and task management skills. They must understand the policymaking environment at the state level and work effectively and objectively with legislators, legislative and agency staff including cabinet secretaries, and a broad range of policy stakeholders.About Working at LFC
LFC offers a rare opportunity to work in a legislative environment that is high profile but also even-paced. Our evaluations typically last between three and six months. While these timelines are accompanied by very high expectations for depth and quality, they also allow the flexibility to manage our project schedules to sustain healthy home and family lives. Our staff works in an open and collaborative setting. The environment is rich in ideas and filled with intelligent, creative, and supportive colleagues. LFC has a proven reputation for quality and independence. The National Legislative Program and Evaluation Society, the professional association of legislative program evaluators and auditors, has honored LFC with awards for research methods, project impact and for our overall body of work. The work of LFC’s Program Evaluation Unit was also referenced on the floor of the United States Congress.Desirable Qualifications
Master’s degree or other advanced degree in public administration, social science, economics, finance, education, business, accounting, or other related fields.Considerable knowledge of evaluation methods and the design and execution of research projects; policy and budget analysis; governmental operations and finance; use of spreadsheet and database applications and statistical procedures, including but not limited to cost-benefit analysis is required. Strong analytic, written, and oral communication skills are essential.Preference may be given to applicants with legislative or program evaluation experience, or financial, accounting, auditing, or research skills. An undergraduate degree in an appropriate field and relevant experience will receive consideration.Successful Candidate Profile
Program evaluation staff work is intended to provide decision-makers with timely, accurate, and objective information from which they can make effective policy decisions. LFC is seeking Program Evaluator candidates who can:1. Produce both quantitative and qualitative analyses of superior quality, and excel at documenting the work, interpreting and writing about the results and clearly presenting the work to audiences ranging from their team members to executive agency heads, individual legislators and legislative committees.2. Demonstrate skill with project management, research design, data collection, data analysis, and report writing.3. Develop actionable evaluation recommendations that improve performance, provide cost savings, and increase accountability.4. Work well with teams, have the ability to lead projects, and are solutions focused.Compensation and Reporting Relationship
Program Evaluators work under the direction of the Deputy Director for Program Evaluation and the Director of LFC. This position is exempt from civil service law and is non-partisan. Annual compensation reflects the marketplace, depends on qualifications, and includes a comprehensive benefits package available to all state employees.Application Procedure: Email resume, letter of interest, and three professional references according to the directions here: https://www.nmlegis.gov/Entity/LFC/Documents/Employment/LFC%20Program%20Evaluator%20Employment%20Opportunity%20Jan%202022.pdfApplication Deadline: March 4, 2021Job Type: Full-timePay: $40,000.00 – $85,000.00 per yearBenefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Required)
Work Location: One location
