Junior Evaluation Specialist

Aptive Resources

Evaluation Specialist Jr. assessing Veterans’ elevated-risk suicide prevention programs for Aptive, a federal mission-support contractor.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing program evaluation systems, utilizing quantitative and qualitative assessment methods to enhance care management programs. Proficient in developing evaluation frameworks and performance measurement plans aligned with federal guidelines and best practices.

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Program Evaluation Systems DesignQuantitative TrackingQualitative AssessmentSPSS ProficiencyFederal Healthcare Experience

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Hard Skills

Mixed-Methods ApproachesSurvey DevelopmentInterview Guide AdministrationFocus Group ProtocolsPerformance Measurement PlansData Collection InstrumentsEnvironmental ScansContent AnalysisLogic ModelsOMB Program Evaluation Standards

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationReport WritingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

SASRNVivo

Certifications & Qualifications

VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthSuicide Prevention StandardsFederal GuidelinesHuman Subjects Research ProtectionsIRB Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement comprehensive evaluation systems measuring the effectiveness, reach, and outcomes of elevated risk care management programs.
Conduct content analysis, quantitative tracking, and qualitative assessments using surveys, focus groups, and structured interviews.
Oversee generation, formatting, and dissemination of performance reports for VA program leadership and federal stakeholders.
Integrate evaluation findings into program strategies and recommend evidence-based adjustments to improve care delivery and program impact.
Conduct secondary research and environmental scans against national suicide prevention standards, federal guidelines, and behavioral health evaluation best practices.
Collaborate with internal project teams and VA client representatives to develop evaluation frameworks, data collection instruments, and performance measurement plans aligned with contract deliverables.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of experience designing and implementing program evaluation systems, including quantitative tracking, qualitative assessment, and mixed-methods approaches
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Public Health, Psychology, Social Sciences, Health Policy, Research Methods, or a closely related field is required
Prior experience supporting federal agency programs, preferably VA, DoD, HHS, or other federal healthcare or behavioral health contexts, strongly preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain a VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential and pass a VA background investigation
Must be authorized to work in the United States; this position does not offer visa sponsorship
Demonstrated proficiency developing and administering surveys, interview guides, and focus group protocols
Ability to produce written evaluation reports for federal stakeholder audiences
Experience with VA or federal suicide prevention, mental health, or behavioral health programs
Familiarity with GPRA/GPRAMA, logic models, or OMB program evaluation standards
Proficiency with SPSS, SAS, R, NVivo, or equivalent qualitative/quantitative analysis software
Experience presenting evaluation findings to senior federal officials or program leadership
Knowledge of IRB processes, human subjects research protections, and ethical standards for vulnerable populations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply