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Unleash your potential and make an impact! DPS is currently accepting applications for the position of Research Analyst IIin the Governors Crime Commission Section (Raleigh NC) of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety.We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.
This is a REPOST. Previous applicantsare still under consideration and do not need to reapply.The Social Research Specialist II position is primarily responsible for the planning organizing implementing and analyzing data related to the criminal justice system in North Carolina. This analyst position supports the standing committees of the Governors Crime Commission Executive Director of the Governors Crime Commission and Director of the Criminal Justice Analysis Center regarding the impact of policy projects or programs. Work includes identifying and collecting information on a variety of areas of interest for stakeholders developing research and evaluation methodologies collecting project output and outcome data writing reports summarizing data analysis as well as contributing to the design and development of the Justice Data Portal ().
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Creating and maintaining data files that are frequently used for crime and criminal justice system analysis.
- Independently applying various research techniques in gathering analyzing and developing data to address problems discuss issues and inform policy/practice.
- Modifying or writing statistical programs to process and analyze data as it relates to crime and the criminal justice and juvenile justice systems.
- Overseeing aspects of research projects such as defining project parameters collecting appropriate data creating surveys setting up data sets analyzing data and writing reports and presentations of findings.
- Identifying and appropriately analyzing data as it relates to the criminal justice system including designing and developing visualizations for the Justice Data Portal.
- Requires knowledge of valid social research methodologies statistical techniques and appropriate software.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) withState Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation please click hereNC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.About the Governors Crime Commission:
The Governors Crime Commission (GCC) serves as the chief advisory body to the Governor and to the Secretary of Public Safety on crime and justice issues. GCC also serves as the State Administering Agency (SAA) the executive branch agency designated to apply for federal criminal justice funding from the US Department of Justice on behalf of the State. The Criminal Justice Analysis Center (CJAC) is North Carolinas Statistical Analysis Center and is a member of the Justice Information Research Network (JIRN). CJAC provides data-driven research and analysis of North Carolinas criminal justice system to inform policy programs legislative recommendations and federal funding priorities for the Commission Secretary and the Governor. CJACs development and maintenance of the NC Justice Data Portal is one tool to provide criminal justice data to decision-makers and citizens.Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.
The KnowledgeSkillsand Abilities (KSAs) listed below along with the Minimum Education and Experience(E&E)are REQUIRED toqualify for this position.All work history and education(includingaccuratedates of employment/attendance)must be documented on the application.Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application.Acompleteall-inclusiveapplicationmaximizesan applicantspotentialtoqualify for theposition as well as thehighestpossiblesalary.Salarywill be based on relevant qualifications internal equityand budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.State Government Application Resources NC Office of Human Resources.
Resumesmaybe attached as a supplement to the application but arenota substitution for a complete application.
To qualify for this position applicants mustdemonstrateALL ofthe followingKSAs:
- Experience analyzing research data using SAS STS SPSS R and other statistical software packages.
- Experience developing and carrying out quantitative and qualitative social research projects.
- Experience collaborating with coworkers and/or stakeholders to conduct research projects
- Experience planning social research data collection and analysis.
Management Preferences (Optional):These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.- Social science degree with some criminal justice knowledge/experience.
- Experience programming in SAS and SQL for data analysis and creating graphics/visualizations using SAS Visual Analytics or other software.
- Experience clearly communicating analytical results through written text or graphs in publications and/or presentations.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See details.
Bachelors degree in a discipline related to the field assigned to the position from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Please Note:
This is to clarify that the degree in a discipline related to the field assignedindicated above should be in social sciences or mathematics.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
For applicants with student loans becoming a state employee may include eligibility forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness learn more.
Transcripts
- Attaching transcripts is optional however we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
- Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
- International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https:// Experience
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Dutythat includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form)to the application.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
- A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
- A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions must attach either DD256 or NGB 22.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click Application Status. If you are selected for an interview you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application please call the Applicant Support Help Line at . If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status please contact Katrina Akins at.
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