Police Oversight Policy Analyst, Austin Police Oversight

City of Austin

1d•$65,390 - $81,740

About The Position

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. This is a research- and writing-heavy position that will require the ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences. Applicants hired for this position will work with the Policy & Research Division of Austin Police Oversight (APO). Police Oversight Policy Analysts at APO utilize expertise in policy research and analysis methodologies to assess the Austin Police Department’s current policies, practices, and training and inform recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job, plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to the job, including one (1) year in conducting and presenting complex legal and policy research.
Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field may substitute for the required experience up to one (1) year.
Knowledge of Austin Police Department (APD) procedures, policies, and training.
Knowledge of policy research and analysis methodologies.
Knowledge of legal research methodologies.
Knowledge of principles and practices associated with the assigned policy and program area(s).
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of relevant Federal, State, and Local laws.
Skill in organizing and executing assignments and projects.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to establish databases to maintain or track data.
Ability to conduct presentations.
Ability to author technical documents.
Ability to identify variables and utilizing various resources to gather data.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Ability to execute tasks and assignments systematically.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all dealings and maintain confidentiality as required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience conducting legal research and analyses involving case law, statutes, and local laws to inform recommendations
Skilled use of mixed methods research designs
Experience working in civilian oversight of law enforcement
Experience working in local government
Experience working on cross-functional teams to develop and implement policy projects
Previous experience developing, implementing, and reporting on equity-related policy projects

Responsibilities

Monitors, analyzes, and researches Local, State, and Federal legislation, ordinances, and agreements that affect law enforcement and civilian oversight.
Conducts unbiased data synthesis and research into best and promising practices related to law enforcement.
Analyzes existing policies and provides OPO management with revision recommendations based on research and analysis.
Effectively communicates findings and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, participating in meetings as needed.
Completes special tasks as assigned, including cross-functional projects and initiatives using specialized knowledge and experience, as well as information obtained through research into Local, State, and Federal laws, ordinances, agreements, and policies that affect law enforcement and civilian oversight operations and practices.
Assists in preparing and delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
Provides management with informed opinions on courses of action based on specialized knowledge associated with the assigned policy and program area(s).
Drafts formal memoranda, reports, briefs, presentations, and other correspondence discussing research, data analysis, policy positions, and associated recommendations; prepares tables, charts, and graphs to aid in depicting analysis and research.
Presents the body of work to technical and non-technical audiences.