SECTION 340:2-39-1. Innovation Services (IS)

(a)   Purpose. IS:

(1)   conducts data-driven research and statistical analysis of Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS) programs and services, including grant evaluation;

(2)   collaborates with (DHS) divisions to communicate and disseminate information regarding (DHS) research, programs, and services;

(3)   provides technical assistance in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of projects, programs, and grants conducted or supported by DHS;

(4)   serves as the official DHS clearinghouse for language translation, forms, and appendices;

(5)   provides technical assistance in designing, developing, and implementing DHS strategic planning for;

(6)   provides leadership for developing and implementing quality and performance improvement strategies and initiatives; and

(7)   works to build a culture of continuous improvement.

(b)   Reports. IS assists with the preparation of the DHS:

(1)   Annual Report, required by Section 162 of Title 56 of the Oklahoma Statutes (56 O.S. § 162), each year to the Governor on or before November 1; and

(2)   Strategic Plan, required by 62 O.S. § 45.3, every two years,per Oklahoma Administrative Code 340:1-1-18.

[Source: Added at 24 Ok Reg 1016, eff 5-11-07; Amended at 26 Ok Reg 813, eff 4-25-09; Amended at 37 Ok Reg 1752, eff 9-15-20]