ICF
DataManagementSpecialist
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“Data Management Specialist at ICF. Skills: data management, records management, information management, data quality assurance, data governance. Support data quality assurance and validation activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of program and grants management data.. Review data maintained in federal systems, tracking tools, and operational datasets to identify discrepancies, outdated records, or potential quality issues.”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring the accuracy, integrity, organization, and usability of data; data are reliable, well-documented, and aligned across systems
Industry & Context.
identify discrepancies, outdated records, or potential quality issues; mitigating competing sources of truth; identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and data reliability
Must be available to being on-site in one of the following areas. ( Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas, TX ), US government issued security clearance required (will be initiated upon hire), Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in information management, library science, information systems, public administration, or a related field from an accredited institution, Must be available to being on-site in one of the following areas. ( Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas, TX ), 3+ years of post-baccalaureate professional experience directly related to data management, records management, or information management, 1+ years of experience supporting data quality assurance, validation, or governance activities, 1+ years of experience managing or supporting document or record management systems, US government issued security clearance required (will be initiated upon hire), Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check
Nice to Have
attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy, Experience working with spreadsheets or data management tools (e.g. , Excel or Smartsheet), with advanced proficiency in at least one, Basic familiarity with structured data and introductory SQL knowledge preferred, organizational and documentation skills, Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a collaborative environment, written and verbal communication skills, Experience supporting federal programs or grants management environments, Familiarity with federal data governance or records management requirements, Experience supporting early childhood or Head Start programs, 1+ years of experience supporting federal programs or grants management environments, early childhood or Head Start/Early Head Start is preferred
What You'll Do.
Support data quality assurance and validation activities to ensure accuracy
and consistency of program and grants management data.
Review data maintained in federal systems
and operational datasets to identify discrepancies
or potential quality issues.
Support implementation of data governance practices appropriate for federal grants and program oversight environments.
Assist in mitigating competing sources of truth by promoting alignment across systems and tools.
and maintain data assets and records that support grants administration
and oversight activities.
Support proper organization
and documentation of records in accordance with OHS procedures and federal records management requirements.
Assist with metadata management and documentation to support data transparency and usability.
Maintain and support workflow and task tracking tools (e. g.
Smartsheet-based solutions) used to track grants management activities
Update and manage trackers related to applications
monitoring activities
and other administrative workflows.
Support generation of standard reports
and tracking summaries using maintained data assets.
Support data integration efforts by coordinating with data engineering staff to validate inputs and outputs from integrated systems.
Assist with data entry
and corrections in systems and tools used to support grants administration and oversight.
Respond to data-related requests by locating
and organizing relevant data and records.
Develop and maintain documentation related to data assets
Support development of guidance and reference materials to promote consistent data practices across teams.
Contribute to data-informed process improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and data reliability.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
works closely with the Data Engineer/Data Project Lead, Data Analysts, Data Visualization Specialists, and program staff; coordinating with data engineering staff; collaborative environment
Communication Scope
written and verbal communication skills
Full Job Description
The Data Management Specialist supports the Head Start National Customer Service Improvement Project (CSIP) by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, organization, and usability of data used to support grants management, monitoring, reporting, and program oversight for the Office of Head Start (OHS). This role is responsible for data quality oversight, records management, workflow tracking, and maintenance of data assets and systems that support day-to-day operations and decision-making. The Data Management Specialist works closely with the Data Engineer/Data Project Lead, Data Analysts, Data Visualization Specialists, and program staff to ensure data are reliable, well-documented, and aligned across systems in accordance with federal standards and OHS requirements. Candidates must be available to being on-site in one of the following areas. ( Philadelphia, PA; Atlanta, GA; Dallas, TX ) Primary Responsibilities: * Support data quality assurance and validation activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of program and grants management data. * Review data maintained in federal systems, tracking tools, and operational datasets to identify discrepancies, outdated records, or potential quality issues. * Support implementation of data governance practices appropriate for federal grants and program oversight environments. * Assist in mitigating competing sources of truth by promoting alignment across systems and tools. * Create, update, and maintain data assets and records that support grants administration, monitoring, and oversight activities. * Support proper organization, maintenance, and documentation of records in accordance with OHS procedures and federal records management requirements. * Assist with metadata management and documentation to support data transparency and usability. * Maintain and support workflow and task tracking tools (e.g., Smartsheet-based solutions) used to track grants management activities, requests, and timelines. * Update and m
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