Statistical Analyst - Criminal Justice Planning

This full-time Non Civil-Service position performs complex and varied professional level technical duties including writing code required to assist the Criminal Justice Planning Director in the maintenance and administration of a computerized database.  Performs related duties as required.

NOTE: Online applications are not accepted for this position.

TO APPLY:
Send cover letter and resume to: samanthaataylor@jisnashville.gov 

• Performing complex and varied professional level technical work.
• Create and maintain monthly data extract file library.
• Assist with preparing time series data on demographic, reported crime, arrests, court filings, court dispositions, jail admissions, jail releases and daily population counts.
• Maintain monthly admission/booking/release and daily summary reports preparing concise reports on programs or projects.
• Assist with implementing and/or overseeing implementation of programs or projects.
• Conduct periodic data reliability studies ensuring data quality.    
• Respond to all data requests as determined by the Director.
• Perform all data extraction, writing code, and reporting tasks necessary to fulfill ad hoc information requests, as determined by the Director.
• Assist in the production of all written reports.
• Maintain crucial records and disseminate information as necessary.
• Assist with development of policies and procedural guidelines for the department.
• Assist with research and documentation of criminal justice issues or planning.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience that would prepare the incumbent to perform the duties of the position at the appropriate level.  Employees would typically have substantial experience generating and/or supporting operating systems, investigating, and resolving complex problems and providing technical support.

REQUIRED LICENSE:
Valid Driver's License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

• Skilled in the use of SSPS, MS Access, D-Base, Excel, Graphics, and other Microsoft Office applications; experience with Crystal Reports is desirable
• Knowledgeable in basic analytical methods (averages, distributions, percentages, etc.)
• Previous experience in criminal justice planning and/or research is highly desirable
• Skilled in writing code is essential/required

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
 
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations. 

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640  

Salary : $70,123 - $77,083