ICCIP Data Analyst

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

6d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Safe Neighborhoods is seeking a full-time Data Analyst to oversee efforts to improve the use of criminal justice, human services, and other administrative data by transforming data into routine reports, dashboards, and geospatial analytics to support criminal justice planning and operations for its Incarcerated Community Crisis Intervention Program (ICCIP).
The Incarcerated Community Crisis Intervention Program aims to reduce violence in correctional facilities and communities. Using a Credible Messenger model, community leaders engage individuals both in prisons and in the community. The program fosters collaboration, conflict resolution, and resource sharing between communities and facilities.
Through data support the Data Analyst will ensure that all performance measures and goals are consistently met. This position will also be tasked with coordinating with other OPS and City staff, law enforcement personnel, social service providers, and community members.

Requirements

• Strong quantitative skills, including an ability to use statistical programs to organize and analyze large amounts of data
• Experience working with large datasets and relational databases
• Knowledge of Philadelphia neighborhoods with an emphasis on the Philadelphia Police Department's Pinpoint areas
• Experience with criminal justice system data
• Project management experience
• Data management and technical analysis skills
• Business writing and documentation; visualization of summary data
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with technical assistance and applied research
• Strong writing skills and demonstrated ability to translate/synthesize data into precise products that are accessible to a non-technical audience
• Commitment to using data to reduce racial, ethnic, and economic disparities within the criminal justice system
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social science or related field
• Two - Three years of relevant data analysis experience
• Proficiency writing complex queries and joining and appending tables
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Online map publishing and tools
• Experience with data visualization and graphic tools for creation of presentation materials
• Working knowledge of data management and database design principles
• Ability to manage large datasets, table and graph production, maps, and written analysis.
• Flexibility and capacity to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
• Knowledge of social science research and investigation methodology and its application to a variety of problems
• Ability to transform complex information in understandable information to guide use
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and statistical packages (SPSS, SAS, R, Stata, and/or similar analytical software)
• Proficient in project management software such as SharePoint and Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Experience applying a racial equity lens to data analysis, policy, and program evaluation (preferred)
• Track record of delivering results in a high-pressure/crisis environment with multiple workstreams
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS 10.x software for editing, data creation, analysis, and map production including Model Builder and Spatial Analyst a plus
• Knowledge of SQL, R, and/or python scripting a plus
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Knowledge of and experience with qualitative data collection and analysis a plus
• Experience working on multidisciplinary teams a plus
• Experience working with data from human service organizations a plus
• Experience working with justice-involved populations, demonstrated knowledge of challenges facing justice-involved populations
• Knowledge of and experience working with Philadelphia communities

Responsibilities

• Carries out aspects of research and data analysis projects under the supervision of the OSN Director of Strategic Planning and & Analysis as well as the OPS Director of Performance Management & Technology.
• Manages and designs the reporting environment, including data sources, security, and metadata.
• Develops project requirements and coordinates extensively with subject matter experts, technical staff, and end-users.
• Processes confidential information in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provides technical assistance to department staff and IT staff from partner agencies whose data OPS uses to program key performance indicators.
• Performs statistical analyses for projects and reports.
• Develop graphs, detailed statistical reports, and presentations of project results and routine data needs.
• Updates, implements, and maintains procedures for replicating analytic products.
• Develop project management plans and monitors the timeliness of milestones that ensure adequate completion of deliverables.
• Advise on data collection and performance measurement activities for program and policy development purposes.
• Supports implementation through database development, conducting baseline analyses, and creating ongoing reporting frameworks.
• Serves as a liaison with academic partners on formal evaluations or external analyses.
• Facilitate improved data and information sharing between OPS and other City and non-city partners.
• Apply a racial equity lens to data analysis and evaluation projects.

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