RESEARCH STATISTICIAN II

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Department of Juvenile Services
Office of Research and Evaluation
One Center Plaza
120 W. Fayette St.
Baltimore, MD 21201

This position functions as a master level researcher/evaluator within the DJS Office of Research and Evaluation. Projects will involve measuring the effectiveness and fidelity of policies, interventions, and initiatives, analyzing data to identify issues and trends, and generally supporting juvenile services policy-makers and practitioners with analysis, research, and data.

This position is responsible for participating in the implementation and reporting of: 1) data analyses that respond to questions posed by the Department, the Governor and the Legislature regarding who is being served, services provided and youth outcomes; 2) program evaluations of DJS interventions; 3) research projects undertaken by the Department. This position collaborates with other DJS staff, staff from other youth serving agencies, and/or universities in these activities. This includes keeping current on best practices in juvenile services interventions and evaluation and research methods applicable to the position. This position may also undertake analyses of organizational practices and support implementation of strategic reform initiatives. The highly preferred candidate will possess program evaluation experience in combination with organizational development and statistical analysis backgrounds and education.

Education: Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum of nine semester hours, or the equivalent, of graduate coursework in research methodology, theoretical or applied statistics or measurement theory.

Note: You must upload official college transcripts or fax to DJS -OHR, Recruitment & Exam at 410-333-4188 OR list the relevant graduate coursework in the Classes Relevant to the Job section of the application to receive consideration.

Experience: One year of post-master’s experience in statistical research or program evaluation.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Statistician classifications or Statistician and Intelligence Officer specialty codes in the field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

• Two or more years experience in program or policy evaluation
• One or more years experience in a human services field
• A master's degree in social science such as sociology, criminology, psychology, public policy and administration, public health or related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to employ research and analytical thinking skills
• Ability to design studies, including identifying, gathering, and analyzing data using statistical software appropriate to topic being studied
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and understand implications of data analyses and possess the ability to make clear recommendation based on findings
• Determine appropriate metrics and measures that will help measure progress, reinforce policy, and make adjustments to standing procedures
• Experience working in Excel including pivot tables and charts
• Experience developing PowerPoint presentations
• Open to gaining new skills that support our dynamic objectives 

Please be sure to address the questions on the Supplemental Questionnaire that you access via the link at the bottom of the bulletin. 

Applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications will be placed on the eligible list categorized as QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED OR BEST QUALIFIED. Candidates shall be certified to the eligible list for a period of one year. This list will be used by the DJS hiring agency to select employees.

The assessment will be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related experience and education and include either a copy of your transcript or list your relevant coursework in the Classes Relevant to the Job section. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service.

The incumbent in this position is a member of a covered bargaining unit and will be required to pay a bi-weekly service fee to the exclusive representative of the bargaining unit.

The online application process is strongly urged. However, if you are unable to apply on line you may mail a paper application to the address below or fax a paper application to the fax number below. If you choose to fax or regular mail you must include on each page of the attachment your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number that is located at the top of the bulletin and the last 4 digits of your SS#. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted:
   Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
   OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit
   One Center Plaza
   120 W. Fayette St.
   Baltimore, MD 21201
   Attention: Linda Padgett
   Fax number 410-333-4188 
   TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact DJS Office of Human Resources at djs.ohr@maryland.gov Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

The resulting Certified Eligible List for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.