Job Description

Home Visiting Contract Analyst

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $26.00 - $28.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Ashlee Adams | ashleeadams@utah.gov | 000-000-0000
Application Deadline – 7/19/2026

Key Responsibilities

Utah’s Home Visiting Program
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services Home Visiting Program was
established in 2008 through a grant from the federal Department of Health and Human
Services, Administration for Children and Families. To support evidence-based home
visiting models in Utah, the Home Visiting Program promotes a coordinated service
continuum of evidence-based home visiting that empower and create positive change in
the lives of families at risk. This is not a client facing role

In partnership with Local Implementing Agencies throughout
Utah, the Home Visiting Program supports high-quality service delivery by using data,
continuous quality improvement, and state and federal compliance standards to
strengthen home visiting services and improve outcomes for children and families.

The Health Program Specialist II is a key member of the Utah Home Visiting Program’s
Monitoring and Quality Assurance Team, providing oversight, monitoring, and support to
home visiting sites across the State of Utah.

Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position include:

• Compile and analyze monthly and quarterly program performance and outcome data from Local Implementing Agencies.
• Meet monthly with each Local Implementing Agency to review data, identify trends, highlight areas for improvement, and document compliance status and key discussions.
• Prepare and submit quarterly and annual standardized statewide reports/forms that meet federal and state requirements, summarizing key findings from statewide program data.
• Conduct day-to-day monitoring of contracts and subrecipient agreements of Local Implementing Agencies’ contracts and subrecipient agreements to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and resolve issues as they arise.
• Plan and conduct annual desk audits and on-site programmatic visits of Local Implementing Agencies, reviewing documentation, assessing compliance, and preparing reports with findings and recommendations.
• Conduct risk assessment audits of Local Implementing Agencies to evaluate compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, agency standards, and program policies, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement.
• Review and verify Local Implementing Agencies’ budgets and invoices ensuring financial accuracy, completeness, and adherence to program standards.
• Respond to contractor and subrecipient inquiries and complaints by researching issues, clarifying policies, and facilitating timely resolution.
• Follow and apply program and department-level policies, procedures, and operating standards consistently.
• Carry out other responsibilities as assigned to support program objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Effective verbal and written communication: Successfully adapts complex technical information for at least three distinct audience types (e.g., vendors, colleagues, state leadership, families, local partners, other early childhood programs) in written and verbal communication.
• Professionalism and relationship-building: Demonstrates at least 2 years of experience developing working relationships and facilitating difficult conversations with partners or colleagues by utilizing active listening and de-escalation techniques.
• Data analysis and technical proficiency: At least 2 years of experience translating raw data sets or assessment and screening results into reports that identify specific trends in services, providing data-driven recommendations for program/service adjustments.
• Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in Public Health, Education, or a related field.
• Home visiting or contract monitoring experience: At least 2 years of experience completing vendor monitoring and evaluation using standardized tools, data-driven decision-making, and clear documentation or at least 2 years of experience in evidence-based home visiting or early childhood (Parents as Teachers, Nurse-Family Partnership, SafeCare, or Family Spirit)

About the Role

Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
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 Division of Family Health partners with individuals, families, and communities to improve health, safety, and quality of life through education, prevention, screening, assessment, monitoring, and interventions.
We serve the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) population of women and individuals who are pregnant or have given birth, infants, children, adolescents, young adults, fathers or other caregivers, and children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN).

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.