Management Analyst 5 – State of Washington Dept. of Corrections – Tumwater, WA

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dynamic role as a Management Analyst 5 within the Research and Data Analytics Unit. This is a full-time, permanent position, located at Department of Corrections Headquarters in Tumwater, Washington.

Our mission at the Department of Corrections (DOC) is to ‘improve public safety by positively changing lives’. With a vast number of innovative sustainability programs, and evidence-based practices used to reduce recidivism, Washington State is highly regarded as a strong leader in the field of Corrections. For additional information about our agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

This position will be providing analyses and recommendations for management solutions, reports, and presentations on divisional, agency and/or routine issues that have significant impacts to the entire department. This position is a strategic expert within the unit, researching, analyzing, and making recommendations regarding complex and often unprecedented issues that have a broad scope and significant budget or policy impact on individual programs and/or the agency. Projects for the various business units are often complex and have high dollar impact as the agency’s budget is informed by the data produced by the Research and Data Analytics Unit.

The position will be responsible for providing expert professional technical analytical advice and consultation to executives, managers, and operational/business units inside the agency on data-related issues. The position will contribute towards the development of performance measures that support the department’s strategic goals, including data collection, tracking, analyses, and reporting as requested by the department’s executive managers.

The position will also analyze and make recommendations regarding multi-dimensional and complex issues having a significant impact to our external customers including, but not limited to, legislative staff, Office of Financial Management staff, the Governor’s Policy Office, the Washington State Institute for Public Policy, and organizations and institutions that have requested data and/or technical advice.

The position will contribute to advanced problem-solving efforts as identified and prioritized by agency leadership, and other process improvement efforts within Research & Data Analytics. The position will be responsible for assigning data requests, consulting and/or mentoring other analysts, establishing consistent approaches to data analyses and presentation, and performing quality assurance spot checks on data analyses produced by the unit. This position will also provide assistance as needed to their supervisor, such as attending meetings, preparing talking points and briefings for executive management, and reviewing agency data publications.

To begin the online Application Process:

• Click the green ‘APPLY’ button located at the top right corner of this job posting.
• Sign in or create an account.
• Be sure to attach the following to your completed application:
  • A Cover Letter outlining your qualifications;
  • A detailed chronological resume;
  • And at least three (3) professional references with a phone number and email address for each.
• Click ‘ACCEPT & SUBMIT’ to submit your application.

Incomplete application packages may disqualify you from the process.

Key responsibilities of a Management Analyst 5 include, but are not limited to:

Respond to ad hoc data requests from internal and external stakeholders in a responsive, accurate, and timely manner. Independently develop, prepare analyses, and recommend data and business rules that support data needs, summaries, and reports. Requests include those from Legislative staff, the Governor’s office, and other high-profile customers.

• Design, develop and maintain management and operational reports to meet the requirements of the business and/or requestor.
• Consult with executives, managers, and other staff to provide analyses, recommendations, and evaluation of factors that influence the data, performance and/or program(s).
• Build custom datasets and reports, and document logic and reasoning for program design.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on all RDA work performed, work products, internal processes, and deliveries to ensure accuracy and format are appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected information, such as personal and medical information, and ensure information is only shared with authorized parties.
• Provide findings in products tailored to the intended audience (e.g., dataset, fact sheet, article, presentation).

Contribute to problem-solving efforts as identified and prioritized by agency leadership, and other process improvement efforts within Research & Data Analytics. Provide leadership in anticipating the requirements for management, performance data, and outcomes.
Design, develop, and oversee the implementation of data reports addressing complex and sometimes unprecedented issues relating to business practices, policies, and data management.

• Participate in and/or lead problem solving and process improvement workgroups.
• Consult with DOC staff members and external customers regarding business and data needs/requirements.

Perform duties of a lead analyst. Provide assistance as needed to the supervisor, such as assigning work, attending meetings, preparing talking points and briefings for executive management, and reviewing agency data publications.

• Assign ad hoc requests.
• Train and mentor RDA staff on SAS/SQL programming and approaches to data analysis and presentation.
• Assist in the development, maintenance, and training of consistent processes for data analysis, data presentation, documentation, quality assurance, and prioritization of work within the unit.
• Attend meetings, present findings/recommendations, and facilitate interaction between diverse groups.

Establish and produce complex reports and data analyses that sustain local and statewide performance measures and other operational recurring reports as identified and prioritized by agency leadership.

• Design, develop and maintain management and Operational reports to meet the requirements of the business and/or requestor.
• Consult with executives, managers, and other staff to provide analyses, recommendations, and evaluation of factors that influence the data, performance and/or program(s).
• Build custom datasets and reports, and document logic and reasoning for program design.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on all RDA work performed, work products, internal processes, and deliverables to ensure accuracy and format are appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected information, such as personal and medical information, and ensure information is only shared with authorized parties.
• Provides findings in products tailored to the intended audience (e.g., dataset, facts sheets, article, presentation).
• Track work progress and completed products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in public administration, statistics, sociology, criminal justice, social work, social sciences, or a relevant field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or a foreign equivalent.

OR

Bachelor’s degree AND at least three (3) years of experience in managing complex datasets and responding to research and/or policy-related inquiries

OR

Two (2) years of experience as a Management Analyst 4

OR

At least five (5) years of experience in managing complex datasets and responding to research and/or policy-related inquiries

AND

Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex datasets.

Ability to explain complex or technical information using plain language, ask clarifying questions, and clearly and concisely emphasize key points.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and a high degree of political sensitivity.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Intermediate proficiency level programming in SAS and SQL.

Basic proficiency level in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Intermediate proficiency level in Microsoft Excel.

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and human corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

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  Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
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  Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
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  People’s safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
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  Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
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  Supporting people’s success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities

For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
• All DOC employees are fingerprinted for a criminal history background check.
• Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• If this position is included in a Union Shop, employees will be required to become members within thirty (30) days of employment.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:

• Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
• Work effectively with men and women of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people’s differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected] or call us at (360) 725-8459. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.