RESEARCH & STATISTICS CONSULTANT

State of Florida•Tallahassee, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This Research and Statistics Consultant position supports the Office of Professional Compliance by leading data-driven research and analysis, preparing concise reports and presentations, coordinating statewide analytic projects, and serving as a communication liaison to internal and external stakeholders. This role advances agency strategy through actionable insights on the complaint intake process, patrol vehicle crashes, and related discipline trends, while fostering teamwork, professional development, and a culture of ethical leadership.

Requirements

Solid working knowledge of research, data analysis, spatial analysis and mapping, and statistical tools and methodologies in the collection, analysis and reporting of statistical data (particularly in a law enforcement capacity)
Strong database management (building, integrating and maintaining) and statistical analysis and reporting software skills to successfully collect and compile data and to prepare reports, charts, graphs, diagrams and other pictorial representations of statistical data
Solutions oriented with the ability to use critical thinking, judgment and problem-solving techniques to effectively evaluate information and make sound decisions
Strategic focus with the ability to understand, evaluate and integrate the needs of the Department to drive operational assessment, resource allocation, and strategic planning and change management initiatives
Excellent active listening, oral and written communication skills to include the ability to effectively articulate and convey information so that it is readily understandable
Strong business application skills such as Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint)
Ability to effectively organize and manage a busy workload, balance multiple priorities, and meet designated timeframes without compromising accuracy, attention to detail or follow-through
Flexibility, ability to adapt to change, and react professionally to changing conditions
Strong work ethic and drive to move things forward under their own initiative. Approach work with a sense of commitment, urgency and personal accountability
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people
Display a positive, sensitive, respectful and professional image to all regardless of background, situation or communication method
Understanding the importance of ensuring the integrity of confidential information and the ability to process and maintain confidential information in a discreet manner
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing (no cancellations, suspensions, or revocations for a minimum of three years prior to employment and for the duration of employment)
No more than three chargeable crashes or any violation of Chapter 316, Florida Statutes, during any consecutive three-year period prior to and throughout employment
Must pass a Level 2 background check and Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance, to include a fingerprint-based check of the criminal records of the FBI

Nice To Haves

Experience collecting, tracking, summarizing and analyzing data, using statistical methodologies
Experience preparing reports, charts, graphs, diagrams, and other pictorial representations of statistical data

Responsibilities

Leading data-driven research and analysis
Preparing concise reports and presentations
Coordinating statewide analytic projects
Serving as a communication liaison to internal and external stakeholders
Advancing agency strategy through actionable insights on the complaint intake process, patrol vehicle crashes, and related discipline trends
Fostering teamwork, professional development, and a culture of ethical leadership