Performance and Compliance Analyst -Civil Rights Integrity Bureau (Current DPD Employees Only)

City of Detroit•Michigan, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs research, statistical analyses and evaluations of procedures and practices of the City of Detroit’s Police Department. Compiles qualitative and quantitative data on organization structure, work processes, and personnel performance. Performs research and statistical analyses, including but not limited to, utilizing sampling techniques in data analyses, identifying and monitoring data trends, and performing tests to establish statistical validity and reliability. Collects information through interviews, observations, surveys, record reviews and other appropriate research methods for review and analysis. Researches, analyzes, and evaluates the practices and procedures of the Police Department with regards to specified compliance standards, including, but not limited to, consent judgments’, legal requirements from legislation, judicial decisions and other provisions. Reviews organization charts, work and process flow charts, systems’ analyses diagrams, work sheets, recorded statements and other material for use in process analyses. Prepares statistical and narrative reports (audit reports), which include, but are not limited to, flow diagrams, graphic presentations, charts, and spreadsheets. Assists in conducting special reviews and systems analyses. Coordinates work activities of project personnel. Maintains and utilizes databases for data management, statistical analysis, and data compilation. Identifies findings and recommends for analysis potential areas of improvement within the Police Department.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with specialization in business administration, organizational development, public administration, economics, accounting, auditing, mathematics or engineering.
Two (2) years of experience conducting performance audits, organizational analysis, or other work related to conducting complex performance compliance reviews.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing audits in a public sector or law enforcement environment.
State of Michigan registration as a Certified Public Accountant or certification as a Certified Internal Auditor is preferred.
Certification in ISO and/or Six Sigma is preferred.
A valid State of Michigan Driver License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Compiles qualitative and quantitative data on organization structure, work processes, and personnel performance.
Performs research and statistical analyses, including but not limited to, utilizing sampling techniques in data analyses, identifying and monitoring data trends, and performing tests to establish statistical validity and reliability.
Collects information through interviews, observations, surveys, record reviews and other appropriate research methods for review and analysis.
Researches, analyzes, and evaluates the practices and procedures of the Police Department with regards to specified compliance standards, including, but not limited to, consent judgments’, legal requirements from legislation, judicial decisions and other provisions.
Reviews organization charts, work and process flow charts, systems’ analyses diagrams, work sheets, recorded statements and other material for use in process analyses.
Prepares statistical and narrative reports (audit reports), which include, but are not limited to, flow diagrams, graphic presentations, charts, and spreadsheets.
Assists in conducting special reviews and systems analyses.
Coordinates work activities of project personnel.
Maintains and utilizes databases for data management, statistical analysis, and data compilation.
Identifies findings and recommends for analysis potential areas of improvement within the Police Department.