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Title: Research Analyst
State Role Title: Research Analyst
Hiring Range: 67,500
Pay Band: 4
Agency: VA State Crime Commission
Location: Patrick Henry Building
Agency Website: vscc.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Crime Commission is a legislative agency that conducts studies related to criminal justice and public safety matters for the Virginia General Assembly. Study topics vary annually which offers staff the ability to research a wide variety of important public policy issues. Staff members must be able to successfully perform all duties in an objective, unbiased, and non-partisan manner while working both independently and as a team member. This position requires strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Collaboration, time management, attention to detail, and critical thinking are also required. Applicants must be able to research criminal justice topics, draft presentations and reports, present research findings, answer questions quickly and concisely in front of the Commission and Committees of the General Assembly, and work under pressure within strict deadlines. Some overnight travel and field work may be required.
Major responsibilities include performing data collection, entry, and analysis, conducting literature reviews, drafting memos, presentations, and research reports, developing surveys, reviewing legislation, identifying important issues and recommendations based on study topics, presenting research findings to Commission members and legislators, and meeting preparation/administrative tasks. Applicants must have the ability to research and analyze public policy issues relating to criminal justice and public safety. This position requires strong data analysis skills with demonstrated experience in the collection, management, analysis, and reporting of datasets varying in size, complexity, and scope. Demonstrated proficiency working with large databases, integrating data from multiple data sources to identify trends or patterns in complex data, applying social science research methods, and performing quantitative analysis with experience in the application of descriptive statistics and multivariate statistical analysis techniques to summarize and interpret results is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in related field
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency in analyzing and merging data, creating/recoding variables, and accurately interpreting and summarizing results
General knowledge of the criminal justice system
Additional Considerations
A master’s degree or Ph.D. in criminal justice, public policy, or related discipline
Demonstrated experience in the analysis of criminal justice-related data
Familiarity with Virginia’s court case management system data and the analysis of such data
Experience in public policy analysis and development
Proficiency in drafting literature reviews, reports, and presentations
Knowledge of Virginia’s legislative process
The Crime Commission offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications/experience. The Commission also offers a full state benefit package, including competitive health, dental, and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, vacation and sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. The Commission provides work-life balance with flexible work schedules and remote work options. Employees participate in a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. The state also funds a short and long term disability program. The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses the E-Verify system to confirm employee eligibility to work in the United States.
Special Instructions
To be considered for either of these positions, candidates must submit the following documents:
1. Cover Letter and Resume
2. Writing Sample
This material must clearly demonstrate your experience and qualifications for the position. Submit these documents via e-mail (applicant@vscc.virginia.gov) to the attention of Kristen Howard, Executive Director, by April 15, 2024. A background investigation will be conducted on final candidates as a condition of employment.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED ON THIS WEBSITE.
Contact Information
Name: Kristen Howard
Phone: 804-225-4534
Email: khoward@vscc.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s 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 800-552-5019.
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.
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