Evaluation Specialist Sr

Role Description

As an Evaluation Specialist Sr supporting the VHA AI Education Hub (TOPR 0032), you will design and implement comprehensive evaluation systems that measure the adoption, impact, and effectiveness of AI education resources across the Veterans Health Administration. Working at the intersection of federal healthcare and emerging technology, you will help the VA understand how AI literacy programs are reaching and transforming the workforce that serves our nation's Veterans. This is a high-visibility role that directly informs how one of the largest integrated healthcare systems in the world invests in and expands its AI education strategy.

The ideal candidate is a rigorous, data-driven evaluator who is equally comfortable translating complex findings into clear executive narratives and rolling up their sleeves to design a survey instrument or facilitate a structured stakeholder interview. You thrive in a collaborative federal environment, can manage competing priorities with minimal oversight, and bring a genuine passion for evidence-based decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience designing and implementing program evaluation systems, with demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative assessment methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Evaluation, Public Health, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Education, or a related field required.
• Prior experience supporting federal agency clients — preferably within VA, VHA, DoD, or another federal health or workforce development context — with the ability to navigate government stakeholder environments effectively.
• Ability to obtain and maintain VA network access and meet all VHA personnel security requirements, including applicable background investigation requirements for contractor personnel.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future, in compliance with federal contractor employment eligibility requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency with evaluation tools and methods including survey design, focus group facilitation, structured interviews, and secondary/desk research, with experience translating findings into executive-level reports and strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• Experience evaluating technology adoption, digital literacy, or AI/emerging technology training programs within a federal or large healthcare organization.
• Familiarity with VHA or broader VA organizational structures, workforce development priorities, or health informatics initiatives.
• Proficiency with data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent) to communicate evaluation findings to non-technical government audiences.
• Master's degree in Evaluation, Public Health, Organizational Development, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of federal performance management frameworks such as OMB guidance, GPRA/GPRAMA, or HHS/VA evaluation policies that govern program assessment and reporting.

Company Description

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day.

• Founded: 2012
• Employees: 300+ nationwide

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class. Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.