Education Program Evaluation Specialist, IV (GS1292823C)

GST, LLC. is seeking an Education Program Evaluation Specialist (IV) to support the NOAA Education Council / Inter- and Intra-Agency Education Coordination. This person will lead monitoring and evaluation efforts for the NOAA Education Council, representing 16 Line Offices across NOAA. Primary Duties Leads the development, implementation, and customization of a database solution for collecting, accessing, and reporting performance data for education programs across the Agency. Provides expert advice and guidance to NOAA education programs on performance‑based management practices. Develops material and guidance in the conduct of education operations (electronic media, and distant learning technologies). Represents NOAA and DOC in inter‑agency STEM efforts pertaining to evaluation and assessment of NOAA's education programs. Required Education / Experience / Skills PhD in Education Evaluation or a related degree (a non‑related degree with substantial work experience in Education Evaluation may substitute). 8‑10 years of experience in conducting evaluations of education programs; planning and implementing evaluation systems for large organizations or agencies; and with the development of logic models for education programming. Experience with portfolio analysis of diverse education program offerings including grants, educator professional development and training, and educational outreach programs; with implementing best practices in evaluation of formal and informal science education; and with design and implementation of various evaluation methodologies and survey techniques in formal and informal science education settings. Strong knowledge of quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods and analysis techniques. Background Investigation Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements. Compensation and Benefits At GST, we celebrate your contributions. We will provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care for full‑time employees working 30‑plus hours per week. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance. Salary at GST is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $140,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of the GST total compensation package for employees. Equal Opportunity Employer GST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. GST provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Global Science & Technology, Inc