Research and Policy Manager
Research and Policy Manager
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Job Description
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$0.00 - $0.00 AnnualDepartment:
Non-DepartmentalJob Type:
Elected Official StaffExemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
August 03 2025
The Opportunity:
Annual Pay Range: $90000 to $125000
OVERVIEW
Multnomah County the most populous county in Oregon is home to approximately 839455 residents and responsible for providing a wide array of services to our diverse communities in an equitable and inclusive way. At the County we operate to foster safety trust and belonging for our community throughout the work services and programs we provide.
As the Research and Policy Manager you will collaborate with LPSCC Council members and criminal justice leaders to design and deliver data analyses that address pressing questions about the criminal justice system. Your work will help shape policy development and improve system outcomes to support public your first year this will include youth gun violence prevention study. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical experience an ability to lead cross-system teams and a passion for turning complex data and policy insights into actionable opportunities for change. Major job responsibilities include:
Research and Data Analysis
Refines and operationalizes research questions; develops research and evaluation methodologies develops data analysis plans; develops surveys forms and administrative data tracking systems
Collect compile extract and organize complex information and data from multiple systems to develop criminal justice data analyses reports dashboards and visualizations to be disseminated and used throughout the criminal legal system
Analyze and summarize data to inform policy development and implementation
Policy Analysis and Implementation Management
Conduct research into best practices in public safety and draft memos and issue briefs for stakeholders project teams and elected officials. Prepare talking points and presentations as requested.
Support project implementation including: prioritizing assigning and tracking action items and deliverables information sharing reviewing deliverables and data output against quality standards; managing workflow and resolving problems.
Stakeholder Communication and Coordination
Serve as the primary contact for data-related needs for LPSCC
Make policy practice and operational recommendations to the LPSCC Co-Chairs and Council based on evaluation and research
Present findings to internal and external stakeholders
The successful candidate possesses knowledge of complex data analysis case management system navigation data visualization tools project management and understands the role of community in local government policy development and has the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in working with a variety of constituencies including the public County staff and County leaders on sensitive and complex issues.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Bachelors Degree in criminal justice quality assurance social science research program evaluation psychology social work advanced statistics or a related field;
Three (3) years of experience in any of the following: program administration applied research data analysis program evaluation policy development or a related field;
Proficiency in dashboard development/data visualization data modeling navigating and querying relational databases creating data presentations for audiences of varying data literacy
Knowledge of the criminal legal system in Multnomah County
Effective communication skills including public speaking and facilitation experience.
A valid drivers license.
Pass criminal records and professional reference checks.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Masters Degree or PhD in criminal justice quality assurance social science research program evaluation psychology social work advanced statistics or a related field;
Five (5) years of experience in any of the following: program administration applied research data analysis program evaluation policy development or a related field;
Demonstrated experience in leading multi-agency data/research projects
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet consists of the following. Keep in mind we use your application materials as evaluation tools. The quality and strength of your application will determine if you move forward in the process. Respond to each section completely and concisely. Refer to your relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and training.
Application Packet: Your completed application must include the following items:
A completed online application
An uploaded resume covering relevant experience and education. Please be sure your resume includes the following for each employer: name of employer location dates of employment your title a brief summary of your responsibilities the number of employees under your supervision.
An uploaded cover letter that expands on your resume.
Note: The application resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.
Internal candidates: After you have submitted your application please check your Workday inbox and complete the Veterans Preference Questionnaire prior to the application deadline.
The Selection Process and Timeline: For details about how we typically screen applications review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows
Initial review of minimum qualifications: We may do an additional preferred review and/or send out additional supplemental questions to identify those highest qualified.
Consideration of top candidates: We will consider qualified candidates in order of rank and score from the list of eligible candidates. This may include panel interview(s) a hiring interview and/or additional testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
Background checks: All finalists must pass criminal records and professional reference checks.
Type of Position:
This is a 1.00 FTE salaried position and it is not eligible for overtime.
This position is classified as a Staff Assistant and is an Executive/Unclassified position and serves at the pleasure of the Elected Official and may be subject to discharge at any time.
There may be some flexibility with start and end times.
Occasional evenings and weekends will be required.
Work Location:
This position will be routine telework.
The onsite work location is at the Multnomah Building 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland OR 97214.
Due to legal and administrative complexities the County will not allow international or out-of-state teleworking beyond neighboring counties in the State of Oregon and Washington.
Pay Equity: When setting pay we consider applicants education experience seniority training and tenure in relation to other employees performing a similar level of work.
Benefits: Multnomah County offers a generous benefits package. For more information about our benefit offerings please visit the New Employee Benefits page.
Additional Information: This recruitment may be used to fill full-time part-time regular temporary limited duration and on-call positions.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County we dont just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans Preference: Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions
Recruiter:
Norman RossEmail:
Phone:
1 (503)x82568Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Job Profile:
9400 - Staff AssistantRequired Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
