Information Analyst I: Child Welfare Training Administration Specialist - University of Maine System

The Catherine E. Cutler Institute (https://usm.maine.edu/cutler/) at the University of Southern Maine is pleased to announce an opening for a full time Information Analyst I – Child Welfare Training Administration Specialist to join a dynamic and dedicated team at the forefront of transforming child welfare workforce development and training at both state and national levels to improve outcomes for children and families.



The Information Analyst I (Analyst) (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1--HJP9yNbYkksRVAry6bUQsWVr-AYE_R/view?usp=sharing) manages qualitative and quantitative information and provides administrative assistance for a number of projects within the Catherine Cutler Institute’s child welfare training programs. The Information Analyst uses Knowledge Management practices such as procedure documentation, database creation, and collaboration to develop systems and coordinate knowledge sharing between teams. Much of this knowledge is highly detailed and requires continual updates and consistency across programs. The Analyst researches, identifies, and promotes best practices for organization, project management, and communication including conducting internal presentations to those purposes. They document changes and maintain searchable archives. They build data collection processes, collect and clean data, manage databases, conduct analyses, and build reports. As a critical contact point for the Cooperative Project training programs, they develop and execute communication plans and triage incoming communications. The Information Analyst plays an essential role in writing and editing multiple communications and instructional materials. They support the administration of the Learning Management System and serve as a liaison to the external Learning Administration Manager. The Information Analyst balances short-term and long-term priorities between the Institute, the Maine Office of Child and Family Services, and training participants.



The Children, Youth, and Families (CYF) (https://usm.maine.edu/cutler/focus-areas/) program area at the Cutler Institute collaborates with a wide variety of partners to advance the well-being of children and families across the country by improving the public and private systems that serve them. With expertise in child welfare, early childhood education, and youth and community engagement, CYF staff bring knowledge and experience in strategic planning, workforce development, tribal-state relations, youth and parent engagement, evaluation, and community engagement methodologies to their technical assistance and training work. CYF prioritizes the inclusion of the voices of children, youth, and families and the engagement of the community in our work.



This is a full-time, soft-money (grant) funded position with a starting annual salary up to $44,000 commensurate with experience. This position will be based primarily on our Portland Campus, with regular travel to Augusta.



The University of Southern Maine provides highly competitive benefits (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/benefits-and-wellness/#xd_co_f=OTZlMjgzOTAtNWZlOS00NDI4LWI0ZTMtNThjMGVjNDRkOTA3~) that include generous paid time off (13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time); health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and tuition discounts for spouses and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/wp-content/uploads/sites/235/2022/07/Single-Page-Benefits-UMPSA.pdf) .



The University of Southern Maine embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. The Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact (https://usm.maine.edu/equity-inclusion-community-impact/) supports USM's DEIA- and Community Impact-focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.



We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.



Required Qualifications:





+ Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of some post-secondary education and relevant experience



+ Strong organizational and process development skills



+ Strong communication skills



+ Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe, and Zoom



+ Time management and demonstrated ability to work independently



+ Ability to independently balance multiple projects and tasks



+ Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues at all levels



+ Excellent customer service skills



+ Report and document preparation



+ Ability to provide own transportation (fully insured vehicle), provide proof of a valid driver’s license, and compliance with Maine law regarding vehicle insurance.



+ Ability to lift 25 lbs.





To apply, click on ‘Apply Now’ or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following:





+ Cover Letter



+ Resume/Curriculum Vitae





For full consideration please submit all required materials by October 28, 2024.



We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.



Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.







Clery Act:



The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF) (https://usm.maine.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/) . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please email (usmdeanofstudents@maine.edu) or call 207.780.4035.



EEO Statement:



In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.



The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).