OHS Data Program Specialist

OHS Data Program Specialist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $23.86 - $42.22 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Breanna Granger | bgranger@utah.gov | 801-526-4337
Application Deadline – 7/26/2026

Key Responsibilities

The Office of Homeless Services (OHS) within the Department of Workforce Services is seeking a Data Program Specialists to support the Utah Homeless Management Information System (UHMIS), funding reporting processes, and the data efforts of Local Homeless Councils (LHCs). UHMIS is a statewide web-based database that is used to track services provided to Utahns experiencing homelessness at non-profits and governmental agencies across the state through a contract with a local software vendor. 

Principal Duties:

• Manage and update UHMIS monitoring procedures, conducting audits and policy reviews across contributing organizations
• Assist the OHS Data Manager and UHMIS security officer to review monitoring, ensure reporting consistency, and implement data collection standards. 
• Serve as the primary data specialist for key funding sources, ensuring compliance with all federal regulations, funding source requirements, and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with contract owners to define, measure, and review performance metrics for OHS grantees quarterly and annually.
• Support the creation, analysis, and presentation of major annual federal and state reports 
• Provide technical assistance, training, and strategic support to state grantees, Local Homeless Councils (LHCs), and Continua of Care. 
• Provide support and technical assistance to organizations throughout the state; presenting to the Utah Homeless Services Board, Continua of Care, and Local Homeless Councils as requested;
• Communicate data insights clearly—both verbally and in writing - with organizations’ executive leadership and program staff about homelessness data;

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position is someone who has:
●Professional experience and working knowledge of homelessness services, homelessness data, and state homelessness strategies;
●Intermediate to advanced skills with data review and analysis;
●Intermediate to advanced skills in data quality and policy monitoring;
●Demonstrated talent and ability to learn new technologies and implement them successfully;
●Experience writing correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials;
●Excellent communication skills; including the ability to convey complex and technical information clearly to non-technical audiences;
●Self-motivation with the ability to prioritize, pay attention to details, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities.

About the Role

Location –
140 E 300 S
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. 
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. 
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah's communities by supporting the economic stability and quality of our