Data and Research Analyst (Policy and Legislative Services Division)

Title: Data and Research Analyst (Policy and Legislative Services Division)

State Role Title:Policy Planning Spec I

Hiring Range: $65k-$75k

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel

Location:Main Street Centre

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Veteran Spouses!

Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development!

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is seeking an innovative Data and Research Analyst someone who is passionate about data curious about research and eager to connect data to the larger picture of the agency. The Data and Research Analyst will provide a quantitative and qualitative view of statewide needs and program outcomes to support the effectiveness of agency efforts.

As the Data and Research Analyst you will contribute to the policy and legislative services divisions goals related to data strategies across DHCDs programs. You will work alongside the Data and Research Manager to collect interpret analyze and report on a wide array of data from internal data sources and external public and private databases. Through statistical research and analysis you will have the opportunity to design and implement surveys compile and visualize data and evaluate outcomes to assist with policy and program development.

The Data and Research Analyst will:
Help to develop data-driven solutions to align community needs with organizational priorities.
Assist in the preparation of various reports studies strategic plans databases surveys or other documents as needed in support of Agency objectives.
Satisfactorily complete studies requested by the executive branch or by internal units of the agency within the period established in the work plan for each study in coordination with the Division of Policy and Legislative Services staff.
Provide technical support and training in data collection techniques for staff and partners.

At DHCD were not just another government agency; were a place where data has the power to change lives. This is your chance to lead innovative projects and make them tangible.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits/incentives include:
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Dental/Medical/Vision plans
Sick Family/Personal Annual Military and Community Service Leave
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Disability Plans (Short and Long Term)
Retirement and Savings plans
Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Telework Eligible Commonwealth of VA Employees ONLY discounts

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Minimum Qualifications

Skilled in drafting comprehensive and accurate quantitative and qualitative research reports policy briefs and technical summaries that clearly document research design methodology data sources analytical limitations and findings for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrated ability to think critically around issues and potential solutions such as problem-solving inference and or process improvement.
Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and data interpretation including familiarity with descriptive statistics regression analysis and program evaluation frameworks.
Skilled in reading and interpreting policies regulations or laws and in synthesizing legislative or regulatory language into plain-language summaries and analytical products for agency leadership and external stakeholders.
Experience contributing to the design and execution of research studies or program evaluations.
Experience working with large datasets applying statistical techniques and contributing to the translation of findings into policy recommendations.

Additional Considerations

Knowledge of state and local government structure and authority and intergovernmental relations is preferred.
Knowledge of state and local government policies including housing land use economic development and/or fiscal is preferred.
Proficiency in at least one statistical software platform (e.g. R Stata Python SPSS or SAS) or advanced Excel-based analysis is preferred.
Experience conducting legislative research and tracking the fiscal or programmatic impact of proposed or enacted legislation is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the positions closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail email or fax will not be considered.
Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge skills experience and abilities.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.
Background and Reference Checks:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.
DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses:
We are committed to recruiting hiring and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military National Guard or Reserve. If applicable please submit form DD-214 with your state application.
Sponsorship:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S. a Lawful Permanent Resident or an alien authorized to work.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race sex color national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity age veteran status political affiliation genetics or disability in the recruitment selection and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility diversity opportunity and inclusion.
Diversity Opportunity and Inclusion:
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse equitable and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners grantees and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.
Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at . Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022-
February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

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In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.