King County, WA · 14 hours ago
Corrections Analyst (Project/Program Manager III)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expKing County is seeking an innovative Corrections Analyst to join the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention. This role involves providing analytical support and project coordination, as well as managing a variety of departmental initiatives to enhance public safety and operational efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Spearhead multifaceted projects within the department, taking charge of scoping, planning, coordination, management, execution, and evaluation. Some projects will encompass a broad spectrum, from formulating policy recommendations and crafting issue papers to carrying out grants and scoping and deploying new technology solutions
Lead or contribute to cross-functional working groups that address administrative and operational challenges, ensuring consistent collaboration and efficient problem-solving
Communicate with operational and information technology stakeholders to identify, address, and resolve system problems or inefficiencies. Develop and document related requirements and testing plans, and ensure operational compliance with changes
Apply project management skills and experience to independently deliver results for short- and long-term initiatives of varying size and complexity
Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of existing departmental processes related to recruitment and retention, appropriate staffing models, efficient and effective organizational functioning, and emerging correctional issues, and draft written and oral presentations to address findings
Collect, analyze, interpret, and present data to assess and measure progress toward departmental goals. Develop and monitor performance measures for various projects and initiatives
Establish effective working relationships with department leadership and subject matter experts within the department, and lead teams that may have differing perspectives toward goals and outcomes
Communicate effectively with internal and external audiences as an authoritative representative of department leadership on a variety of issues related to Department or County priorities, for the purpose of shaping policy and practice, advocating controversial positions, and achieving important Department objectives
Apply an equity and social justice mindset to all aspects of the work in partnership with other team members, division and department staff, and internal and external stakeholders
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience managing complex projects and initiatives and/or providing complex data and business analysis for a local or state government agency
A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business or other social science field from an accredited college or university; OR
An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the work
The ability to provide leadership to work groups and project teams, distill complex information to inform decision-making, work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and build consensus among people with varying opinions
Flexibility and a diverse skillset, with the ability to manage a variety of projects and initiatives and achieve results
Skillfully built effective relationships, including the ability to influence and move others to act
Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Experience in research, data collection, and analysis
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to create and present high-level, informative briefings and proposals
The ability to apply appropriate project management, research, and/or analysis methodologies in support of fast-paced, results-oriented initiatives with minimal direction and oversight
Demonstrated ability to succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; manage multiple tasks simultaneously; and organize, prioritize, and complete work quickly with minimal oversight to meet deadlines
Preferred
A passion for people, public service and positive change
A master's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business or other social science field from an accredited college or university
A proven track record of developing and implementing innovative strategies and best practices and achieving goals
Public sector experience in project management and/or data analysis in an organization of similar size or type, with preference given to experience involving criminal justice agencies
Adept at leveraging technology and Office 365 tools to collaborate and drive progress in the modern workplace
Experience within the criminal justice system, coupled with extensive tenure in County or State government
Benefits
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop
Executive leave determinations are processed in accordance with the criteria set forth in Executive Leave Policy 2021-0010 which states: Department directors will determine those FLSA-exempt employees whose positions require them to work substantially in excess of the standard work schedule for the department on an ongoing, regular basis. Such employees are eligible to receive up to ten (10) days of executive leave annually.
Company
King County, WA
King County is one of the best places to work in Washington and one of the state's largest employers with 14,000 dedicated employees.
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