Job ID: 296651 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 304 students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state, and two four-year campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Georgia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Georgia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provide more than 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to approximately 575 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.
Job Summary
The Data and Evaluation Manager is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and accessibility of data across the Georgia AHEC Program Office and its regional centers. This includes managing day-to-day database operations, providing technical support and training to staff, standardizing data entry practices, and ensuring compliance with state and federal reporting requirements. This position collaborates with internal teams, regional centers, and external vendors to improve workflows, generate reports, and maintain documentation such as SOPs and user guides. Additionally, the role involves continuous quality improvement, problem-solving, and approximately 50% travel to provide on-site assistance, ensuring consistent and reliable data management across the statewide network.
Responsibilities
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Oversee accurate and timely data entry for all state and federal grant activities. Ensure standardized data collection across regional AHEC Centers aligned with grant specific performance measures. Extract, clean, validate, and synthesize data to meet reporting requirements for state agencies and federal funders (e.g. HRSA). Analyze program performance data to monitor progress toward grant deliverables, workforce outcomes, and strategic metrics. Prepare required progress reports, continuation applications, annual performance reports, and respond to ad hoc data requests. Develop summary reports and data briefs for leadership, legislators, and external stakeholders. Reconcile programmatic and performance data with financial reporting to ensure alignment and compliance. Maintain reporting calendars to ensure all submissions are accurate and submitted on time. Support audit preparation and documentation related to grant data and performance measures.
Provide on-site and virtual technical assistance to regional AHEC Centers. Conduct regular data quality audits and implement corrective action plans. Standardized data entry procedures and promote best practices across the network. Develop and maintain user guides, SOPs, and training materials. Build data capacity at the center level to strengthen compliance and reporting accuracy.
Monitor data integrity, completeness, and consistency across all centers. Ensure compliance with state and federal reporting standards. Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for performance improvement. Collaborate with leadership to align database functions with strategic goals and workforce outcomes. Establish continuous quality improvement processes related to data collection and reporting
Provide coordination and analytical support for special initiatives, including the Rural Health Transformation Program and other emerging workforce strategies. Develop evaluation frameworks and track measurable outcomes for pilot or demonstration programs. Prepare data briefing materials, summaries, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders. Contribute to continuous quality improvement and strategic efforts.
Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with three years of experience in data analytics, data management, or similar experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Public Policy, Data Analytics, or related field. Experience in grant reporting, program evaluation, public health programming, or workforce initiative.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of GA political system.
Strong proficiency in Excel and data management systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
SKILLS
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to work independently.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
Ability to provide staff training and technical assistance.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently for meetings, partner engagement, and program activities.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).
Salary: $62,300-$62,400 annually.
Pay Band: B12
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
This position is (fully/partially) funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled.
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
