Auditing & Research Analyst

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

15d • $65,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Auditing, Policy, and Research Division of CPOC uses data, information, and research to review PPD policies and practices; these reviews are targeted in nature and responsive to trends or themes identified through CPOC’s work, current events, or community concerns. The Auditing, Policy, and Research Division makes recommendations to PPD when appropriate and tracks the acceptance and implementation of recommendations. All aspects of the division’s work are shared publicly with stakeholders when possible and in accordance with CPOC’s authorizing legislation. As a part of CPOC’s Auditing, Policy, and Research Division, Auditing and Research Analysts will help forward the mission of the commission to provide oversight of the Philadelphia Police Department through evaluating and reporting on PPD investigations into complaints against police. Auditing and Research Analysts will also work on self-directed policy and research projects to gain a deep understanding of topics related to policing in Philadelphia. These projects involve the collection and analysis of data and information and require excellent time management, impeccable judgment, and the ability to identify sound recommendations for policy improvement to the PPD when appropriate. Auditing and Research Analysts produce high-quality reports for varying audiences such as the public, CPOC commissioners, and other stakeholders, and must be able to distill complex information to create clear written materials. This position reports to the Director of the Auditing, Policy, and Research Division.

Requirements

• Communicates with residents, vendors, and other departments with empathy and politeness.
• Independently manages workflows and tasks; proactively identifies potential issues and comes up with solutions.
• Always comports oneself in a professional manner, whether in the office or off-site.
• Effectively collaborates with colleagues within and across office divisions as well as external stakeholders.
• Fosters CPOC's values and mission, displaying a strong commitment to advancing police oversight in Philadelphia.
• Understanding of and experience with the complex nature of community-police relations.
• Ability to think broadly and make connections across work; experience identifying trends or themes, thinking through next steps, and executing solutions.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to evaluate investigations to ensure fact-finding is thorough and conclusions are sound.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform neutral and objective analyses of incidents, policies, and information.
• Ability to perform repetitive reviews while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Comfort conducting interviews and gathering information from various sources.
• Impeccable information literacy and ability to assess the value and credibility of information.
• Dependable, reliable, and punctual.
• Experience and fluency in MS Office software programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Receptive to feedback.
• Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject area required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Familiarity with criminal justice procedures, police-community relations, police procedures generally and procedures of the Philadelphia Police Department.
• Experience working with sensitive and confidential information.
• The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Nice To Haves

• Experience with investigations is preferred.
• Familiarity with data collection and data analysis a plus.
• Familiarity working across governmental or non-governmental agencies.
• Fluency in other languages is not a requirement, but a plus.
• Knowledge of Philadelphia and communities of Philadelphia a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a high volume of case audits of PPD Internal Affairs investigations into complaints against police through detailed analysis, data review, research and in accordance with CPOC procedures.
• Develop and execute projects to assess the Philadelphia Police Department’s compliance with policies and procedures and other types of research/auditing projects; act as lead on these projects and manage projects from start to finish.
• Assist with intake of complaints against police and provide courteous, compassionate, and professional services to complainants. Prepare internal and external referrals as needed to ensure complaints and other constituent concerns are properly addressed.
• Draft and edit reports for various audiences to report on data and the work of the division; this includes explainers and other public-facing documents to distill complex issues to the general public.
• Using research, data, and public input when appropriate, draft policy recommendations related to Philadelphia Police Department practices; help develop implementation strategies and methods to track the effectiveness of CPOC’s recommendations.
• Use other appropriate information such as available oversight resources, Philadelphia Police Department information/sources, and academic materials to serve Auditing, Policy, and Research division objectives and assist other CPOC divisions as needed.
• Coordinate closely with the Director of Auditing, Policy, and Research Division to design, troubleshoot, and improve internal processes as needed.
• Seek out and participate in professional groups and trainings to maintain awareness of best practices related to community-police relations, civilian oversight of police, and police reform nationally.
• Help to maintain transparency between the commission, the police department, elected officials, and the public.
• Receive training on PPD procedures, policies, and discipline code; adjudicate discipline cases and make disciplinary recommendations as a rotating member of the PPD Police Board of Inquiry
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director and Director of the Auditing, Policy, and Research Division.

Benefits

• City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees