MEDC Corporate: Program Evaluation Manager

MEDC Corporate: Program Evaluation Manager Print ( Apply ufeff MEDC Corporate: Program Evaluation Manager Salary $95,987.00 - $119,984.00 Annually Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 1804-26-MEDC015 Department MI Economic Development Corp Opening Date 04/23/2026 Closing Date 5/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit N/A + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description NOTE: THIS IS A MEDC CORPORATE POSITION - THIS IS NOT A STATE OF MICHIGAN CLASSIFIED POSITION. At MEDC, we help Michiganders prosper by investing in our businesses and communities, enabling the growth of good jobs, and promoting Michiganu2019s reputation as a world-class business location and travel destination. By joining our team, you will play an integral role in directly supporting Michiganu2019s success, where you work, live and play. Come be part of the team as a Program Evaluation Manager. Position Summary: This position is responsible for leading the development and implementation of an agency-wide program evaluation framework that supports strategic and data-informed decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement. The role implements evaluation tools and frameworks, plans and prioritizes evaluations, ensures alignment between program outcomes and organizational strategy, and translates evaluation findings into actionable insights for leadership and program teams. Working collaboratively across the organization, this position strengthens evaluation readiness, promotes evidence-based practices, and supports program and organizational performance. View the full position description HERE (Evaluation Manager PD.pdf) This position is based at MEDC Headquarters in Lansing and may work a hybrid schedule with a minimum of 2 days of in-office work required. Required Education and Experience Education: This position requires a bacheloru2019s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Five years of related experience and/or training in economic development, project management, program evaluation, business analysis, or public administration. Experience in process improvement, group facilitation, and supporting strategy-driven initiatives is preferred. Additional Requirements and Information For more information on MEDC and other career opportunities, please visit . Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our stateu2019s military and veterans; rebuild our stateu2019s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employeesu2019 annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the stateu2019s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Yearu2019s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidentsu2019 Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky parku2014just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michiganu2019s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 Do you possess a bacheloru2019s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field? + Yes + No 02 Do you possess at least 5 years of related experience and/or training in economic development, project management, program evaluation, business analysis, or public administration? + Yes + No 03 How many years of professional experience do you have in program evaluation, research, or performance measurement? + None + Less than 2 years + 2-5 years + 6+ years 04 Have you directly led (not just supported) program evaluations from initial design through reporting? If yes, how many? + None + 1-2 evaluations + 3-5 evaluations + 6+ evaluations 05 Do you have experience evaluating large programs (e.g., $1M+ budget, multiple partners, or multi-site implementation)? + Yes + No 06 Have you designed, implemented, and documented an evaluation framework including logic models? + Yes + No 07 Do you have experience using both qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods? + Yes + No 08 Have you managed an evaluation contractor and/or led efforts to implement evaluation recommendations? + Yes + No 09 By selecting

Created: 2026-04-27