Attachment_20-Data_Quality_Rating.pdf

SECTION J

Data Quality Rating

NMFS staff members involved with the everyday monitoring of data quality, particularly the Data Quality Lead, will evaluate the quality of services provided by the NEFOP Observer, and will document the performance evaluation.

Specific positions and responsibilities detailed in the following sections describe the schedule, methods, and tools for evaluating performance:

Biannually a report developed by the NEFOP Data Editors, Data Quality Lead and various Fisheries Sampling Branch (FSB) staff will be generated for each NEFOP Observer that are currently active in the program at the time the report is due. The report will contain criteria such as communication with NMFS staff, data quality in general, field performance and work ethic. The Data Quality Lead is responsible for communicating directly with the NEFOP Data Editors and ensuring consistent evaluation efforts are used. At the end of each evaluation period, the Data Quality Lead documents the Data Editors’ and FSB staff collective assessment of each NEFOP Observer performance and presents the findings to the COTR. The COTR would then forward the results to the contractor. Once the contractor receives the bi-annual evaluations of the NEFOP Observer’s, the contractor should disseminate results directly to the NEFOP Observer. Questions regarding the results of the evaluations should be directed to the COTR.

DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING

Documentation

(1) Documentation is required to record and report NEFOP Observer performance. The Data Quality Lead will maintain accurate records of the NEFOP Observer’s performance and keep the COTR informed of all data pertaining to the NEFOP Observer status. This documentation will support the Quality Lead’s evaluation of the NEFOP Observer’s performance.

(2) The Data Editors may use the Data Quality Evaluation Form to record both the positive and negative evaluations of the NEFOP Observer’s performance. Note that the format will require documentation that reflects the editor’s understanding of what the NEFOP Observer was supposed to do, and what was actually done.

(3) The Evaluation Form may be used to assist in the bi-annual report developed by the Data

Editors, Data Quality Lead and FSB staff. The Evaluation Forms will be stored directly with the NEFOP Data Editor. When appropriate, the Data Quality Lead may investigate the event further to determine if all the facts and circumstances surrounding the event were considered.

Reporting

Data Quality Lead Report - At the end of each evaluation period, the Data Quality Lead will review all evaluation reports developed by the Data Editors and forward onto the COTR. It is the responsibility of the COTR to review the reports and provide any additional information to the contractor.

Attachment 20

EA133F-17-RP-1824