Statewide Equity Analyst

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Who We Are
The Office of Equity advances policy and systems change (RCW 43.06D.040) to promote a Washington for all. We believe Washingtonians are stronger together and that Washington can be a state where everyone has access to the opportunities power and resources (RCW 43.06D.020) they need to thrive. We believe a government of by and for the people where government does its work with people instead of to them is possible. We exist to advance a government that meets the unique needs of every community in Washington state by collaborating across agencies branches and sectors to create efficient and effective systems that advance a Washington for All.

Our Vision
Everyone in Washington State has full access to the opportunities power and resources they need to flourish and achieve their full potential.

Our Mission
To promote equitable access to opportunities power and resources across state government that reduce disparities and improve outcomes statewide.

• Access: Barrier-free environments so all can participate.
• Belonging: Acceptance and support from all for all.
• Dignity: Honor for the sacred nature of every person.
• Equity: Access to opportunities power and resources.
• Justice: Treating people fairly making things right.
• Love: Selfless and giving seeking to serve and give to others.
• Ubuntu: I am because we are. We are interconnected.

Perform a Broad Range of Data Science and Informatics Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain analytical workflows that integrate data from multiple sources including administrative systems surveys public datasets and community-generated information.
• Design and implement reproducible analytical processes using tools such as SQL Python R Power BI Tableau or similar technologies.
• Conduct data extraction transformation validation and analysis activities.
• Contribute to development of enterprise data standards reporting standards and analytical practices.
• Support the design implementation enhancement and evaluation of information systems and data solutions.
• Maintain documentation of data sources methodologies assumptions and analytical processes.
• Assist with development of data governance metadata and data quality practices.
• Collaborate with information technology professionals and data stewards to support data integration and reporting initiatives.
• Develop process documentation and workflow analyses that support continuous improvement.

Conduct Research Evaluation and Accountability Analysis

• Conduct quantitative qualitative and mixed-method research to support policy program and systems change initiatives.
• Design and implement evaluation frameworks that assess effectiveness outcomes and impact.
• Develop performance measures indicators and accountability metrics.
• Support agency implementation of Results-Based Accountability (RBA) and other performance management frameworks.
• Analyze demographic operational financial workforce and programmatic data to identify disparities trends opportunities and risks.
• Conduct root cause analyses and systems analyses that inform decision-making.
• Evaluate data quality completeness reliability consistency and usability.
• Develop recommendations that improve outcomes and advance equitable access to opportunities power and resources.
• Support development of statewide impact indicators and agency accountability measures.
• Prepare written reports briefing materials presentations and recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.

Develop Data Visualizations and Reporting Tools

• Design and maintain dashboards scorecards reports and data visualizations that communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Translate technical findings into actionable information for agency leaders policymakers community members and other stakeholders.
• Support development of statewide accountability and performance reporting tools.
• Create visualizations that help agencies monitor outcomes identify disparities and evaluate progress toward strategic goals.
• Present findings to internal and external audiences.
• Support public-facing reporting and transparency initiatives.

Provide Technical Assistance

• Consult with agencies regarding data collection analysis evaluation performance measurement and reporting.
• Assist agencies in identifying outcome measures indicators and improvement strategies.
• Support development of strategic plans action plans logic models and accountability frameworks.
• Provide technical assistance related to demographic data disaggregation data quality and reporting practices.
• Facilitate discussions regarding evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Support agency capacity-building efforts related to data literacy and analytical practices.
• Collaborate with community partners to ensure analyses reflect community priorities and lived experiences.

Fundamental (Required)
You must have the lived volunteer or professional experience and/or education that demonstrates your ability to:

1. Conduct data collection research analysis evaluation and performance measurement activities.
2. Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and communicate findings.
3. Develop reports dashboards scorecards and visualizations.
4. Use analytical tools such as SQL Python R Power BI Tableau Excel or comparable technologies.
5. Apply research methods and analytical techniques to complex issues.
6. Develop performance measures indicators and evaluation frameworks.
7. Translate technical information into clear and actionable recommendations.
8. Support data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
9. Take action to learn and grow.
10. Take action to meet the needs of others.
11. Build collaborative relationships and partnerships.
12. Manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
13. Navigate complex and ambiguous situations.
14. Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

In addition to be part of the Equity Team you must demonstrate your ability to:

1. Educate others on the underlying context of systemic oppression (past and present) and respond to resistance in a clear and direct manner.
2. Lead change to remove barriers in policies processes and practices with unwavering principles and without regard for your personal comfort.
3. Advocate for the lived experiences perspectives and needs of others to improve government services and their impact on people and communities.
4. Model cultural competence humility and responsiveness and cultivate a culture of belonging where each person feels their full real self is accepted respected and reflected.

Added Value (Preferred)
Additional lived volunteer or professional experience and/or education that demonstrates your ability to:

1. Apply Results-Based Accountability (RBA) Targeted Universalism performance management or similar frameworks.
2. Design and implement evaluation and accountability systems.
3. Develop statewide or enterprise-level performance measures.
4. Conduct demographic data disaggregation and equity analysis.
5. Support data governance and data quality initiatives.
6. Facilitate stakeholder engagement and consultation processes.
7. Develop policy program or systems-level recommendations.

Interested Let us hear from you!
To apply click at the top of this page to start your application (you can save it and return to it if needed). Please include the following:

1. Attach acurrent resume that describes how your lived volunteer or professional experience and/or education make you competent and prepared for this job.
2. Attach aletter of interestthat shares how you have made a difference when the stakes were high and you may not have had much support.
3. Includethree professional references including your current or recent supervisor with current telephone numbers and email addresses in your application.

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All applicants will be notified of their status in our process. The Office of Equity will contact the selected individuals directly to engage in our hiring process. For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process please email Rob Bamba at. For TTY service please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-.

The Office of Equity is an equal opportunity employer. We work to create a workplace environment that honors and respects the sacred nature of each individuals personhood. Racial and ethnic members of the global majority women persons with disabilities persons over 40 years of age and Vietnam-era veterans or veterans who are disabled are encouraged to apply. If you need accommodations assistance with the application process or would like to receive this job announcement in an alternative format please call or dial 711 to reach the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf system.