Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI):
The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is the State planning agency for criminal justice, juvenile justice, traffic safety, and victim services. ICJI is designated as the State Administering Agency for the distribution of federal funds, and as the State Statistical Analysis Center for research.
Role Overview:
The Research & Planning Division serves in a general research capacity for the entire agency, therefore the range of duties cover all ICJI divisions and research needs. The Research Analyst serves as the intermediary between the Division Directors and the Research Division and works to provide project direction and guidance. The Research Analyst is also responsible for working with Division Directors to promote the goals of research and data collection and aid in developing strategies for implementing research and technology initiatives.
This is not a remote position. In office attendance is required.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $55,224.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Conduct research on topics of importance to the agency, analyze and interpret the data and prepare and present findings in reports or data visualizations.
- Assist in the development of division priorities and funding decisions based on evaluation of funded programs.
- Acts as technical consultant to the staff, clarifying and interpreting all procedures, and providing references; troubleshoots technical issues.
- Serves as a liaison between agency and other state agencies;
- Interact with internal teams and end users to resolve reported issues via the ticketing system.
- Analyze data needs and requirements of existing and proposed systems.
- Directly supports the activities of the agency through the use of specialty software, data loading/uploading, mass editing of datasets, validity checks, queries/scripts and data interpretation and prepares the results for use in custom reports, charts and maps.
- Perform other related duties as required.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
- A Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Public Policy, Statistics or related field is preferred or Bachelor’s degree and comparable work experience.
- Must have knowledge of computer software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret and correlate technical material and make recommendations on implementation in current programs.
- Must be highly organized, analytical, accurate and detail oriented.
- Must have knowledge of a wide variety of research methodologies and techniques; statistical analysis; quantitative and qualitative methods; and analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Must have knowledge of Relational Databases
- Must have knowledge of standard reference/information sources, and electronic search logic skills; must be able to read, interpret and assess technical and trade documents, and journals, including peer reviewed articles, research reports and data reports.
- Must be able to manage their time well, multi-task, and be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].
