Research Unit Manager
Research Unit Manager
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Job Description
DEPT OF JUVENILE CORRECTIONS
Our vision is to make Arizonas community safer by delivering effective rehabilitative services to the young people entrusted to our care.
The mission of the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections is to provide the young people in our care with evidencebased rehabilitative services that enhance their wellbeing and equip them with the skills and resources they need to thrive as successful members of society.
RESEARCH UNIT MANAGER
Central Office/Continuous Improvement
100 N. 15th Ave Suite 103
Phoenix Arizona 85007
Details:
Hiring Range: $51625.00 $72099.00 $92573.00*
*Salary dependent upon experienceand education and/or other qualifying factors
Grade: 23
Closing Date: 04/09/25
The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking a Research Unit Manager to work within the Continuous Improvement Bureau. With direction from the Bureau Administrator this position plays a multifaceted role in overseeing and guiding a team of analysts involved in statistical evaluation research and policy projects. With expertise in research methodology and statistics the manager plans and sets project standards provides guidance and training and reviews/corrects work products. At times they collaborate with various internal and external work groups.
They ensure research integrity and quality through general oversight and by defining the scope methodology and evaluation criteria. The manager also allocates staff and resources assesses capabilities assigns roles for optimal performance and provides constructive feedback on work products. They provide technical and supervisory guidance including sound methodologies statistical techniques data handling with software like SPSS SQL Access and Tableau Microsoft/Google tools as well as policy creation and management.
In addition to their supervisory responsibilities the Research Unit Manager actively contributes to and produces research and policy projects of varying complexity and scale. Their contributions as a researcher along with their management and supervision of others are instrumental in ensuring the success and impact of the unit.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Knowledge of:
Strong understanding of research methodology and statistical analysis
Policy analysis and evaluation techniques
Familiarity with data extraction interpretation and presentation methods
Proficiency in relevant software and tools such as SPSS SQL Access Tableau and Microsoft/Google applications
Understanding of research ethics and integrity
Criminal justice and corrections theory and practice
Skill in:
Excellent leadership and supervision skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Critical thinking and problemsolving abilities
Strong organizational and time management skills
Attention to detail and ability to maintain highquality standards
Analytical skills for reviewing and evaluating research work
Collaboration and teamwork skills.
Ability to:
Ability to guide and mentor a team of analysts effectively
Capacity to set and enforce standards for studies and projects
Resource allocation and management abilities
Technical expertise in research methodologies and statistical techniques
Capability to assess and provide constructive feedback on work products
Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement capabilities
Ability to compile and analyze data to produce statistics graphics and written reports
Capacity to contribute to research projects and policy development.
The ideal candidate will possess a Masters degree or higher and experience in managing and conducting research.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function on the job then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid classappropriate drivers license complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license records checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete all driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C. R210207.010.
All newly hires State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (EVerify)
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation.
Current State of Arizona employees: In order to be considered for this position it requires acceptable performance history as demonstrated by not have been issued a letter of suspension or have been involuntarily demoted within one year preceding this job posting close date and have an overall rating of meets expectations or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental vision life insurance and shortterm disability plans
Topranked retirement and longterm disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours biweekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours biweekly
Deferred Compensation Program
Wellness Plans
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
New membership begins the 27th week of employment
Immediately vested in retirement contributions
Defined Benefit
Attention current State of Arizona employees: Please contact our Human Resources Office at if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
