U.S. Department of Justice · 1 week ago
RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
The Department of Justice is seeking a Research Data Analyst II who will perform complex technical research and statistical work. The role involves analyzing criminal history records and collaborating with various stakeholders to improve public safety and equity in the justice system.
Law Enforcement
Responsibilities
Independently analyzing and responding to research requests pursuant to Penal Code Section 13202 for criminal history records maintained by the Department of Justice (DOJ)
Ensuring that security, legal, and human subjects ethical requirements are met for the release of criminal history records and/or datasets to the requestor
Working with management on special projects such as workload analysis, procedure and legal mandates review, legislative review, special database search requests, and administrative support
Working as part of a larger project team that includes law enforcement agencies, academia, and private research organizations to focus on research and evaluation issues
Collaborating with DOJ legal counsel to review policy regarding the access to criminal records and information
Advising and providing consultation to management on the best course of action to criminal history requests for information
Maintaining appropriate documentation and independently making updates to program documentation
Responsible for continued program process improvement
Qualification
Required
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of research, survey, and analytical methods and techniques
Knowledge of data structures, data management, and principles of data security
Ability to collect, query, organize, and merge data
Ability to identify required data, information, materials, and resources needed to complete a research or analysis project
Ability to apply established research methods and analytical approaches to research problems
Ability to conduct descriptive and inferential statistics
Ability to conduct statistical analyses using software such as R
Ability to develop, analyze, and interpret research findings
Ability to articulate information in a clear, concise, and professional manner in a public setting
Ability to prepare and present technical reports and make recommendations
Ability to gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of others, including various levels of management
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to exercise initiative, flexibility, and demonstrate tact
Ability to perform public policy analysis and research
Ability to summarize and synthesize empirical and policy literature reviews
Company
U.S. Department of Justice
The mission of the Department of Justice (DOJ) is to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
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