Marsha Milgrom
Policy Analyst, Child Care
Summary
Policy analyst with background in health, human services, and early childhood. Experienced in policy development, analysis and evaluation. Excellent team player and self-directed, results oriented project leader.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Analyst
Minnesota Department of Human Services
01.2014 - Current
- Developed data-driven policy analysis and recommendations for better decision-making and equitable resource allocation.
- Built strong relationships with internal departments for effective collaboration within the organization for policymaking purposes.
- Researched and provided guidance on relevant legislation, standards, and best practices related to early care and learning.
Program Analyst
Saint Paul Ramsey County Public Health
01.2014 - 04.2022
- Managed community advisory council to share resource and create strategies for home visiting programs.
- Developed detailed project plans outlining tasks, timelines, dependencies, and resource requirements for successful execution of complex initiatives such as accreditations.
- Used a Health in all Policies approach to compile community health assessments and collaboratively address local and regional indicators.
Development and Communications Director
Minnesota Community Care
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Supervised staff responsible for program funding, including community-based research and school clinics.
- Established and built positive relationships with industry, educational, legislative, media, and community partners.
- Engaged board members in policy issues, collaborating with federal and state elected and appointed officials.
Resource Development and Contract Manager
Dakota County Community Services
01.2006 - 09.2012
- Led county continuum of care county and regional network to solve housing instability for families and children.
- Prepared for and testified on the need for housing opportunities for youth exiting foster care, at city and community meetings.
- Successfully managed high volumes of contracts and RFPs simultaneously, while meeting tight deadlines and ensuring accuracy.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Affairs And Public Policy Analysis
University Of Minnesota Humphrey School
Minneapolis, MN05.2005
Skills
- Research, Reporting and Presentations
- Policy Analysis and Development
- Communications and Partnerships
- Strategic and Project Planning
- Grants and Contracts Management
Accomplishments
Collaborated with advocates to achieve funding and advance equity in child caregiving through the state's Family, Friend, and Neighbor program.
Managed Healthy Families America home visiting quality accreditation and served as a national peer reviewer.
Expanded needed services for residents with limited incomes by securing funding and partnerships to open and operate the East Side Family Clinic.
Started up and managed contracts for grantee services and established policies for the first supportive housing site for youth in any MN suburb, Lincoln Place.
Timeline
Policy Analyst
Minnesota Department of Human Services
01.2014 - Current
Program Analyst
Saint Paul Ramsey County Public Health
01.2014 - 04.2022
Development and Communications Director
Minnesota Community Care
09.2012 - 01.2014
Resource Development and Contract Manager
Dakota County Community Services
01.2006 - 09.2012
Master of Arts - Public Affairs And Public Policy Analysis
University Of Minnesota Humphrey School
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