Criminal Justice Research Analyst

Title: Criminal Justice Research Analyst

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: The anticipated starting salary range is $80,000 to $89,000.

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Criminal Justice Svcs

Location:Dept of Criminal Justice Serv.

Agency Website:www.dcjs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES ADVERTISEMENT
ROLE TITLE: Program Administration Specialist II
Working Title: Criminal Justice Research Analyst
Position #: 00245

The Department of Criminal Justice Service is seeking a collaborative and innovative team player to serve as a full-time Research Analyst with our Criminal Justice Research Center in Richmond, Virginia. The successful candidate will prepare presentations and reports for audiences in and out of government, work with data from various criminal justice and other data systems, and plan research and evaluation projects to answer important questions and to help state and local agencies provide the best service to Virginians. Public service offers the opportunity to do important, rewarding work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. If you have the skills and desire to do important work, we'd love to have you join us.

What you will do:
• Analyze data on crimes, arrests, jail populations, drug seizures, court processing, and from other relevant criminal justice sources to identify or better understand emerging trends in Virginia's criminal justice environment.
• Prepare research reports, presentations, tables, charts, and fact sheets presenting the results of research and data analysis.
• Compile research data via existing databases, interviews, surveys, review of program policies and procedures, assessment of past research and literature, examination of case files, and other sources.
• Build and maintain Research Center databases using data from various sources, such as jails, law enforcement agencies, and other state agencies.
• Explain research methods and results in a manner appropriate for various target audiences.
• Serve on various workgroups to provide expertise on criminal justice data and research methods.
• Work with analysts from various agencies and the private sector to support grant-related and other initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

What the ideal candidate must possess:
• Experience analyzing data and preparing reports.
• Skill with standard office software, such as Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (formerly G Suite).
• Demonstrated skill and experience working with databases.
• Demonstrated skill and experience with statistical analysis and interpretation of data.
• Experience with statistical software, such as SPSS, R, SAS, or Eviews.
• Experience with data management software, such as Access.
• Ability to think strategically and cross culturally, and independently implement new initiatives and projects.
• Ability to articulate, both orally and in written form, clear and concise program objectives and goals and summarize achievements of programs in reports and other documents as requested.
• Documented experience working as an active, contributing team member, as well as an independent and self-motivated employee.
• Demonstrated ability to meet critical deadlines, handle multiple assignments, changing priorities, and ensure timeliness and quality of completed assignments.

Additional Considerations

• Significant experience working with criminal justice datasets - law enforcement, courts, corrections, etc.
• Working knowledge of the criminal justice system in Virginia.
• Professional training/certification in areas related to statistical data analysis and reporting.

Special Instructions

Interview candidates may be required to demonstrate the skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory performance of work. The candidate selected for the position must successfully complete a criminal background investigation and complete and submit a Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) which will be entered into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization. The individual may also be responsible for submitting an annual Statement of Personal Economic Interest. In addition, the selected candidate who begins original employment or re-employment in this position must serve a 12-month probationary period effective from the date of employment. The anticipated starting salary range is $80,000 to $89,000 plus the state's benefits package.

To apply, submit a completed State of Virginia Application for employment at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home by 11:55 pm on August 29, 2024. The application and supplemental questions must be completed in a comprehensive manner and reference any pertinent knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as any previous experience that relates to the position. Fax, email, or mail applications will not be accepted. Résumés and cover letters may be attached to the online application.

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at (804) 225-4399 to notify us of any needs related to completing the job application. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply. The Department also encourages and invites veterans to apply.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to your account at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home for the status of your application and this position.

Contact Information

Name: Nicole Harris

Phone: (804) 786-9469

Email: nicole.harris@dcjs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.