Education Program Evaluation Specialist

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in education and coastal science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved educational programs.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Education Program Evaluator to join our growing team. This position is contingent on contract award.

Duties will include the following:

The Education Program Evaluator I selected should have the following:

• Performs a variety of duties associated with the monitoring and evaluation of NOAA’s education programs. Provides expert advice and guidance on evaluation to educators, program managers, and leadership. Ensures that NOAA education evaluation efforts are continually informed by best practices and latest advancements in the field of evaluation. Ensures that NOAA education evaluation efforts are compliant with federal requirements for evaluation and performance management.
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  Requires a Master’s of Arts (MA) or a Master’s of Science (MS) in Education Evaluation, related degree and 2 to 4 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. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) preferred (a non-related degree with substantial work experience in Education Evaluation may substitute).

The Education Program Evaluator IV selected should have the following:

• The Education Program Evaluator IV must be able to perform all of the duties of the Education Program Evaluator I as well as the following:

• • • • • • Coordinates education evaluation activities across the Agency. Coordinates with education evaluation efforts of other federal science agencies, as needed.
• 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.
• 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-base management practices
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  Experience:
  
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