Center of Excellence Data Analyst

The Gov. Ofc. of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP) provides access to federal and state grant funds in an effort to support the Governor’s initiatives to fund the police and reduce crime, provide for victims’ services and for children & youth to mitigate adverse childhood experiences.

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Gov. Ofc. of Crime Prevention and Policy (GOCPP)

The Data Analyst provides support to the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy (the Office) with the implementation of the Center of Excellence (COE). Within the Office, the COE will consist of the Crisis Intervention Team Center of Excellence (CITCE) and the Maryland Behavioral Health and Public Safety Center of Excellence (BHPS-COE). The Analyst will collaborate and work within a team that includes a Law Enforcement Coordinator, Mental Health Coordinator, Policy & Advocacy Coordinator, and members of the Office’s Criminal Justice Programs. The COE team will work closely with Crisis Intervention Teams, Behavioral Health Authorities, Public Safety, and other agencies throughout the state involved in the implementation of Senate Bill 305 (2020), House Bill 1018 (2022) and Senate Bill 857 (2021).

Policy - Assist the COE with data policy requirements per Senate Bill 305 (2020), Senate Bill 857 (2021) and House Bill 1018 (2022).

Data Collection & Analysis - Work with the COE team to create procedures for sharing deflection and diversion statistics between relevant state agencies. Work with the MCRIC to develop a strategic plan that includes a “racial impact analysis.” Create a scorecard of quantifiable safety indicators and other specified data in coordination with other relevant agencies.

Reporting Requirements - Collaborate on the data aspects of the statewide strategic plan and provide updates annually.

Meetings - Represent the Office and Administration on committees, councils, work groups, conferences, and other events as needed.

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following preferred skills:

• Experience working in one or more of the following areas: criminal justice, mental and behavioral health, victim services, social work, and/or counseling.
• Skills in data management, statistical analysis, research techniques, and survey implementation.
• Working knowledge using data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik (preferred).
• Experience working with a diverse constituency, including various levels of local, state, and federal agencies as well as non-governmental organizations.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Benefits

Contractual employees who work for an agency and have a current employment contract of 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) will be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents.   View rates on the Department of Budget & Management website, State Employees, Health Benefits, Contractual/Variable rates. 

Leave

Paid leave will accrue at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked.

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.