Job Description

Description

$3,000 hiring bonus to join the Judicial Branch! The Judicial Branch is a state-funded Branch of Government that offers medical/dental/vision, $20,000 free basic life insurance, state-matched 156% retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, earned paid vacation and sick leave, tuition reimbursement and more.

State of Nebraska Administrative Office of the Courts and Probation is hiring for a permanent full-time Research and Data Specialist position. This is a highly responsible technical assistance position reporting to the Research and Data Director. While this position will primarily work with juvenile data, they will also work on research and evaluation projects for the Judicial Branch which may include data from committees and commissions for the Nebraska Supreme Court, Probation, and the Court Improvement Project (CIP) Through the Eyes of a Child initiative.

The Judicial Branch values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We recruit, hire, train and promote in all job qualifications at all levels without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or genetics. The Judicial Branch complies with Veterans Preference Laws.

521 South 14th Street, Lincoln NE

Examples of Work

Responsibilities include supporting the mission, vision and goals of the AOCP through development of clear and useful reports for internal and external stakeholders. Duties include compiling data, performing analysis, preparing reports with visualizations, and analytical documentation. This position is a valuable team member of the Research and Data division and represents the team and AOCP in various internal and external activities, projects, committees, commissions, working groups, public events, workshops, and training activities. Provide input on policy, protocol, and operational and strategic direction. Additionally, will have the ability to plan and conduct large scale research and data projects. May be responsible for start-to-finish research design, development and process, including but not limited to identifying objectives, sampling, testing/validation, calibration and monitoring performance. Perform data mining, aggregating and querying multiple data sources. Conduct research and analysis of projects as requested, including writing and submission of reports, white papers, and refereed journals and trade publications and presentations at conferences and trainings. Write proposals as necessary to fund or initiate research or special projects. Provide input to data collection policy and practice, monitor uniform data collection compliance and quality across the organization. Validate data to ensure accuracy, quality, and integrity. Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Performs other related work duties as required.

Qualifications / Requirements

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor\'s degree from a four-year college or university in social/behavioral sciences, criminal justice, education, human services administration, public administration or related areas. Plus 2 years of progressively responsible experience in program management.

PREFERRED: Ph.D. or Ph.D. candidate in social/behavioral sciences or related field and at least one year relevant experience OR Master\'s Degree with five years\' experience supervising multiple programs and projects. All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge/understanding of data concepts and ability to develop queries for statistical analyses; understanding of data limitations and research methods.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think strategically while remaining focused on goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders from a wide variety of professional backgrounds and experiences.
• Highly proficient and knowledgeable in the use of current computer software and tools related to data collection, analysis, visualization, and reporting.
• Proficient in the use of advanced statistical techniques and software, including Access, Excel, SPSS, and R.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Lifelong learner adept in emerging technologies for data analysis, research and reporting.
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, be persistent, and solve problems as they arise.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating and developing strategic relationships.
• Strong background in statistics and technical/academic writing.
• Experience in research design and quantitative data analysis.
• Experience developing and conducting focus groups and analyzing qualitative data.
• Experience using data visualization technology, such as Cognos.
• Experience in successfully designing and conducting research independently within or in partnership with other organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in interpreting and applying state and federal laws and standards.
• Experience designing and coordinating the implementation of research projects within organizational constraints and resource limitations.
• Experience working with government bodies, including the Legislature, advisory boards, committees and commissions.
• Experience supporting and training staff and community partners that are unfamiliar with research, to collect, manage, and analyze data.
• Some travel may be required.

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