Strategy Analyst

Strategy Analyst

FT / PT Status Part-Time
Salary $50.00 - $76.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office Hybrid

Recruiter Breanna Granger
Application Deadline 8/23/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Office of Homeless Services (OHS) is seeking a highly qualified Homeless Services Strategy Analyst to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of Utahs homeless services system and identify strategic opportunities to improve outcomes strengthen accountability and maximize the effectiveness of public investments. The key goal of this position is to work with state and local leaders to craft Utahs 3-year strategic plan.
This time limited position will assess the performance of the states homeless services response evaluate how well current programs and funding strategies achieve intended outcomes identify strengths and areas for improvement and develop actionable recommendations to advance an outcomes-driven homeless services system.
The strategy analyst will work closely with OHS staff grantees Continuums of Care local partners and other stakeholders to evaluate system performance and recommend strategies that improve throughput outcomes resource allocation provider accountability and overall system effectiveness.

This is a temporary funding and time limited position expected to conclude on or before June 30 2027.

The Strategy Analyst will:

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of Utahs homeless services system including prevention diversion street outreach emergency shelter rapid rehousing permanent supportive housing transitional housing and other housing stabilization programs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current funding strategies service models and program investments in achieving desired client and system outcomes.
• Identify strengths successful practices and high-performing programs that should be expanded or replicated.
• Identify systemic barriers service gaps inefficiencies and duplicative efforts that limit system performance.
• Assess alignment between current funding priorities program requirements and statewide strategic objectives.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing accountability measures performance expectations and oversight practices.
• Review governance coordination and collaboration among state agencies local partners Continuums of Care and service providers.
• Craft a 3-year strategic plan for the Utah Office of Homeless Services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong demonstrated alignment or programmatic experience with Utah Code 35a-16-801
• Awareness of Utahs homelessness governance system including prior work with the Utah Homeless Services Board
• Demonstrated experience conducting large-scale program evaluations or strategic assessments.
• Experience evaluating public sector or human services systems.
• Knowledge of performance management organizational effectiveness and continuous quality improvement.
• Experience conducting policy analysis and developing strategic recommendations.
• Strong facilitation stakeholder engagement and technical writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into practical recommendations for executive leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within homelessness response systems.
• Experience working with the Utah Homeless Services Board and leadership from the Office of Homeless Services
• Experience with outcomes-based contracting or performance-based funding models.
• Familiarity with systems change implementation planning and organizational transformation.
• Experience working with state and local government agencies.

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 TL - Time limited

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 strengthenUtahs communities by supporting the economic stability and quality of ourworkforce. Today more than 2200 Workforce Services employees assistindividuals in preparing for and finding jobs meeting workforce needs of Utahbusinesses administering temporary assistance and providing economic data andanalysis. Through a collaborative approach the department has served millionsof Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These includeintergenerational poverty homelessness affordable housing supportingrefugees helping rural communities serving veterans and individuals withdisabilities and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more aboutWorkforce Services click here.

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 .

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