State of Wyoming · 1 month ago
Principal Statistician 2025-03055
Fremont County, WY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
4+ years expThe Wyoming Department of Corrections is seeking a Principal Statistician. This senior program position conducts and evaluates relevant research and coordinates program evaluations while ensuring the department's mission is accomplished through performance-based measures and reporting standards.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assists in the ongoing monitoring and development of the department’s strategic plan
Coordinates the performance-based measures and reporting standards, develops numerous data and statistical reports
Develops Server Reporting Services Reports upon request of agency staff to provide clickable and downloadable reports on various topics
Assist with developing and implementing new or existing changes to the Department’s Offender management System
Assist senior management staff in the continued assessment and refinement of the established performance measures
Providing relevant and necessary data and research for numerous entities, internal and external
Maintain and develop data and statistical models to project future offender population levels
Conducts statistical analysis, evaluation, research, and projections
Conducts and evaluates relevant research
Providing ongoing support to Federal data collection directed through the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the Bureau of Justice Assistance, and the Census Bureau, among others
Conducts and coordinates program evaluations
Coordinates the performance-based measures and reporting standards
Assists in the ongoing monitoring and development of the department's strategic plan and related performance measures
Provides feasibility studies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)
1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Statistics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Statistician
4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Statistics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Statistician (if education & experience substitution is applicable)
Knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes
Knowledge of ACFR, GAAP principles, business principles, budgets, and cost controls
Knowledge of WYUI, WOLFS, Sage 300, and Engagement software programs
Knowledge of budget and procurement practices and policies
Knowledge of internal controls over accounting applications
Knowledge of principles, concepts, practices, methods, and techniques of State and Federal governmental accounting, fiscal controls, and fiscal accounting
Skills in time management, workload prioritization, analysis, decision making, and problem-solving
Ability to analyze financial reports
Work and communicate effectively with staff
Preferred
Master's degree in a social science-related field (preferably criminal justice or criminology) with a strong emphasis in data analytics and statistical modeling
Computer science-related degree with a strong emphasis in data analytics
Experience of at least 4 to 6 years in statistical analysis, ideally within a state government or law enforcement environment
Experience with database management
Strong skills in SQL for querying relational databases
Experience with software and project management
Experience with data regulations
Knowledge of data security and privacy protocols
Benefits
Medical, dental, and life insurance
Paid vacations and sick leave
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement program
Wyoming State Retirement and 457 deferred compensation program
Longevity pay
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
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