Job Description

Job Summary
This position is open until filled; however, to ensure consideration applications should be submitted by March 2, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
Join our team and make a meaningful impact in affordable housing.
Are you eager to contribute to applied research and program evaluation aimed at enhancing the lives of low-income residents in King County and beyond? Are you inspired to join a team committed to social equity and driving meaningful change? Do you thrive on storytelling through data? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this opportunity may be for you!
We are looking for an experienced Senior Program Evaluation Analyst to join our Research and Evaluation (R&E) team within the Social Impact Department at KCHA. Working closely with KCHA's program and policy teams, our R&E team conducts research, program and policy evaluation, and data analysis to deepen our understanding of access and outcomes. This role is pivotal in enhancing our internal capacity for measurement, learning, and evaluation efforts, and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to applied research on housing and social policy. Based at our Central Office in Tukwila, WA, this position reports to the Senior Manager of Research and Evaluation.
If you possess the qualifications that we are looking for, we invite you to apply.
The work associated with this position will be performed partially in-office and partially via teleworking. Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to the Tukwila offices to attend in-person activities.
The King County Housing Authority
King County Housing Authority (KCHA), an independent municipal organization, is a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable housing. To learn more about .
We transform lives through housing.
Essential Functions
The Senior Program Evaluation Analyst will:

• Scope and lead opportunities for program design, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct literature reviews to understand the state of existing evidence and inform evaluation questions.
• Provide technical assistance to leadership and staff working on program design and measurement including the development of program logic models and design frameworks, identification of performance metrics, creation of data collection systems and tools (e.g., surveys), and development of evaluation plans.
• Manage and conduct evaluation, data collection, and data analysis projects.
• Conduct corresponding statistical, qualitative analyses, and/or data visualizations to inform program strategies and policy.
• Prepare written materials and present evaluation and data analysis results, implications, and recommendations to KCHA staff, leadership, and Board.
• Develop and implement KCHA-wide learning opportunities to inform and engage staff about evidence-driven work in the form of presentations or workshops.
• Supervise, assign, direct, train, and inspect the work of another position if needed.
• Represent KCHA at internal and external community and partnership meetings.

Qualifications and Competencies
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in policy analysis, statistics, sociology, public administration, or related field AND
• Considerable experience in program evaluation, collecting and analyzing data (both quantitative and qualitative), identifying trends, authoring reports, making recommendations to improve policy and program efficiency OR
• An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, methods, and applications of research and program evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to develop evaluation and measurement frameworks; synthesize existing evidence and literature; and collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize/visualize quantitative and qualitative data.
• Applies effective written and verbal communication techniques to convey clear and timely messages to internal and external stakeholders; communicates clearly and effectively via multiple methods.

• Prepares clear and concise reports.
• Presents frameworks and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively.
• Interprets and explains complex data analyses and research findings for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong project management skills - the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously, work collaboratively and effectively with diverse stakeholders, and move projects and people towards identified goals in a timely fashion.
• Values diversity and possesses an understanding of multicultural and cultural competencies; ability to work effectively and positively with individuals of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• A collaborative team member with well-developed organizational and time management skills; ability to develop effective working relationships; works cooperatively, exchanges ideas, and addresses issues in a constructive manner.
• Knowledge of affordable housing policy and research and/or knowledge of related social policy areas such as homelessness, health, education, workforce development, etc. a plus.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft 365; familiarity with statistical, visualization, and qualitative data analysis software (e.g. Stata, R, Power BI, and/or Dedoose) and survey platforms (e.g., Microsoft Forms, Qualtrics, Survey Monkey) is preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Consent to and pass required assessments.
• Consent to and pass a criminal records background check.
• The successful candidate will need to have access to reliable transportation to meet the business needs of the Agency.

Position Information and Application Process
Application Requirements:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must:

• Complete the online application profile in its entirety.
• Upload a cover letter that addresses how your experience and education qualifies you to perform the essential functions listed in the job announcement. (Cover Letter)
• Upload a detailed resume of all educational and professional experience. (Resume)

Salary & Benefits:
The starting salary range for this position is $94,473.00 -$115,729.00 annually dependent on qualifications and professional experience. The complete salary range for this position is $94,473.00 -$136,984.59 annually. Performance based merit increase opportunities and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) are reviewed on an annual basis. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits are also available. For more details regarding KCHA comprehensive benefits, please visit our .
Work Environment:
After initial onboarding, this position will have the opportunity to work remotely up to 60% in accordance with the KCHA's flexible work arrangements; however, remote work conditions will be reviewed on a regular basis based on business and program need. Employees must reside in Washington State and having the ability to report to the Central Office in Tukwila will be required. Some local and domestic travel may be required to support KCHA business needs.
Physical Requirements:
Incumbent(s) must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires speaking or hearing and occasionally requires standing, walking and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
Equal Opportunity:
King County Housing Authority 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, disability or veteran status.

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