Mark Hawkins
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Mission-driven analyst with over 25 years of experience and expertise in analyzing large amounts of data. Proven track record in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. Demonstrated ability to work independently, as evidenced by successful remote work for the past 4+ years with the Census Bureau. Strong data analysis skills can be effectively applied to immigration issues, and eager to expand knowledge in this area. Knack for communicating with stakeholders and conducting thorough data analyses. Hardworking and passionate approach to work along with strong analytic skills make an ideal candidate for the Data Analyst position, ready to contribute to the team's success in achieving company goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Statistician
U.S. Census Bureau (Department of Commerce)
02.2020 - Current
- Participate in production of various censuses and surveys that produce data on various aspects of American economic data
- Apply analytical techniques, and methods to various projects, and programs
- Conduct research to evaluate data quality and verify data validity
- Review and analyze survey data using statistical techniques
- Participated in Teams that develop data collection specifications, processing requirements, and survey documentation
- Participated in teams that maintain schedules that govern data content, collections, dissemination, instrument design, analysis, and/or modification of system designs.
- Remained up-to-date on emerging industry trends and advancements to continually provide analytical expertise.
Social Science Research Statistician
City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services
09.2015 - 02.2020
- Conducted research, surveys and produced statistical reports for the Department
- Reports include the use of data and a variety of computer programs, including non-procedural computer applications, to develop maps, charts, and statistical analysis including sampling for the reviews
- Participate in Quality assurance, Quality Visitation and Child Family Service reviews within the department
- Pulling samples for the reviews and reviewing the tools used in those reviews
- Work with the IT department in developing work with automating the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis Reporting System (AFCARS)
- Also, analyze and keep up to date on the AFCAR elements and how the agency reported to the state of Pennsylvania
- Often in touch with the state to understand and collaborate on the interpretation of AFCARS elements
- Although, the department doesn’t the National Child Abuse and Neglect Data System (NCANDS)
- I am familiar with this data set
- The National Child Abuse and Neglect Data System (NCANDS)
- Review external research
- The department often receives external research request responsibilities were to evaluate those request and determine if the study is relevant for the department needs and to ensure that the studies were using a research design that was valid
- Supervision of employee
- Duties were to delegate work and ensure that the quality of work from the program analyst or data analyst meet the needs of the unit.
- Performed data cleaning and data preparation to support high-quality data and catch errors before processing.
Senior Research Analyst
City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Mental Retardation
12.2008 - 09.2015
- Conducted research, quality assurance reviews, and surveys and produced statistical reports for the Department
- Reports include the use of data and a variety of computer programs, including non-procedural computer applications, to develop maps, charts, statistical analysis and statistical sampling
- Geographer for the department developing maps and analysis using arcmap ESRI software
- Project Leader for the evaluation of private agency programming
- Help develop report card to measure outcomes for agency performance
- Team leader in agency initiative to develop and measure private agency outcomes (pay for performance outcomes)
- Developed measures and operational definitions
- Help to develop methodologies in gaining information to assess children’s summer camp program
- Additionally, have helped in collection of data for adult services and programming
- Provided technical support to maintain database that is used for reports and research
- Provided technical support to provider agencies to maintain their own data
- Participated in the departments recovery reform movement
- Identified trends and patterns through meticulous data analysis, informing business strategies and decisions.
Human Service Program Analyst - Policy and Planning
City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services
04.2005 - 12.2008
- Data analysis that included qualitative and quantitative analyses on departmental data and also on State of Pennsylvania AFCARS data for development of annual plans and needs-based budget
- Participated in Child Family Service reviews (Qualitative Review of the outcomes set by the Federal Government
- Developed Maps using social service data that provided analysis and geographical information to management and other stakeholders
- Participated in the development of the departments 5-year plan
- Produced maps, reports, and statistical workbooks to report on agency services.
Human Service Program Analyst - Research/Quality Assurance
City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services
04.2000 - 03.2005
- Data analysis for projects for foster-care and in-home services
- Participated in Federal Child and Family Service Reviews
- Data analysis would include writing reports, conducting surveys, and performing statistical analysis
- During this time became a certified Federal Reviewer
- Other responsibilities were to collaborate with City’s Department of Social Services on projects including monitoring internal and external agency performance.
Education
Master of Science - Geography
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA01.2014
M.Ed. Educational Psychology -
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA01.2008
M.Ed. Instructional Technology -
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA01.1995
B.S. Ed. Secondary Social Studies Education - Education
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA01.1991
Skills
- Data Collection
- Sampling techniques
- Data Management
- Data Analysis
- Communication
Affiliationsservice
- Institute for the Development of African American Youth, volunteer, 1995, present
- New Kensington Community Development Corporation, Board Member, 2007, 2011
Citizenshipstatus
Registered for Selective Service and citizen of the U.S.A.
Computerapplicationproficiency
Proficient Arcmap, SPSS, Excel, word, Powerpoint, PDF. Skills are easily transferable to learning other statistical or report writing languages and software.
Publications
- Lead Author on Poster presented at the College of Problems of Drug Dependence 2012 annual meeting, The poster displayed the study of a large Federal Government treatment episode data set called TEDS-D
- Lead Author on Poster presented at the College of Problems of Drug Dependence 2013 annual meeting, The poster displayed the study of a large Federal Government treatment episode data set called TEDS-D
Timeline
Survey Statistician
U.S. Census Bureau (Department of Commerce)
02.2020 - Current
Social Science Research Statistician
City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services
09.2015 - 02.2020
Senior Research Analyst
City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Mental Retardation
12.2008 - 09.2015
Human Service Program Analyst - Policy and Planning
City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services
04.2005 - 12.2008
Human Service Program Analyst - Research/Quality Assurance
City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services
04.2000 - 03.2005
Master of Science - Geography
Temple University
M.Ed. Educational Psychology -
Temple University
M.Ed. Instructional Technology -
Temple University
B.S. Ed. Secondary Social Studies Education - Education
Temple University
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