Research Analyst 1/2/3 Flex (PCN 061610) | Government Jobs page has loaded.Research Analyst 1/2/3 Flex (PCN 061610) This Position is open to All Applicants.Job Description This Position is open to All Applicants.What you will be doing:Your role as a Research Analyst 1/2/3 is crucial to supporting public health initiatives that drive meaningful change. You'll collect, analyze, and report data to government agencies, policymakers, researchers, and health facilities to help shape public health policies and practices. As a dedicated research professional, you'll work closely with data providers to support the Alaska Electronic Vital Records System and the Alaska Health Facilities Data Reporting program. Your work will ensure data quality and integrity and involve running reports, using SAS and R for analysis, and creating research products to disseminate findings. You'll respond to data requests and perform other research and analysis projects independently or under the guidance of the Research Unit supervisor. Your contribution to this important work is highly valued.Our organization, mission, and culture:The mission of the Division of Public Health is to protect and promote the health of Alaskans. As a member of the Health Analytics and Vital Records Section team, you will have the opportunity to make important contributions to this mission and make a difference in improving the health and well-being of Alaskans.The Alaska Health Analytics and Vital Records Section (HAVRS) are chiefly responsible for the administration of: The Alaska Electronic Vital Records System (EVRS) collects records of birth, death, fetal death, marriage, divorce, adoption, and induced termination.The Alaska Health Facilities Data Reporting (HFDR) program collects records of inpatient and outpatient discharges.The Alaska Cancer Registry (ACR) program collects records of newly diagnosed cancer cases.The benefits of joining our team:Benefits include health and retirement plans, eleven paid state holidays, paid leave accrual, union representation, and the potential for annual performance pay increases. Research Analysts enjoy flexible schedules within normal 8 am-5 pm Monday-Friday business hours (7.5 hour days), options for hybrid telework following completion of a twelve-month probationary period , and depending on the level you are hired at, potential for advancement up to the Research Analyst 3 level. This position also offers a unique opportunity to work with some of Alaskas best and brightest public health professionals, develop your technical skills through on-the-job educational and training opportunities, and apply your unique knowledge, skills, and abilities to create meaningful contributions to Alaska's public health.The working environment you can expect:We are located at 5441 Commercial Blvd in Juneau, Alaska. The office includes free parking and is near public transportation stops. The dress is casual. Duties are performed from a quiet, personal workspace with a window view of the surrounding forests and mountains. The nearby area includes the Lemon Creek nature trail and businesses such as Costco, Alaskan Brewing Company, and Breeze In Bakery/Deli.Who we are looking for:To be successful in the position, the candidate will need the following core competencies:Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.Mathematical Reasoning: Solves practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical and statistical techniques.A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.To view the general description and example of duties for this job class, please go to the following link and search for Research Analyst 1, Research Analyst 2, and Research Analyst 3: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs . Minimum Qualifications Competency DescriptionThe competency description(s) listed below have been designed to promote a common understanding of the essential elements of the job class. They highlight the more general and customary knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), tasks, and behaviors used to describe the competency. They typically list expectations, as opposed to specific tasks, and are to be used only as parameters and guidelines. A competencys description is not intended to exclusively define every KSA, task, and behavior needed to meet the competency successfully, but rather to provide the manager/agency with a broad reference of options as to how an applicant can meet the job expectation.Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, volunteer work, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.Research Analyst 1Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies inAnalysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.Research Analyst 2 Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies inAnalysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.Research Analyst 3 Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies inAnalysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.equivalent to those typically gained by:Education and/or experience which included research or statistical analysis.Special Note:Competencies means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.Typically gained by means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.Training and education in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.Additional Required Information At the time of interview please provide the following:Three (3) professional references whom we may contact by phone, one (1) of whom must be your current or most recent supervisor, if not already provided in the application.Current performance evaluation, if available.A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) is used to support that you meet the minimum qualification competencies.Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSFor your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions.The State of Alaska uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicants level of competence in applying certain behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.FLEXIBLY STAFFEDThis position is flexibly staffed. Depending on the applicant's training and/or experience, this vacancy may be filled at either the 1, 2, or 3 levels. The full range of salaries is listed above. The starting salary will be determined by the position level. If filled at a lower level, promotion to the higher level will only occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, and the applicant meets the minimum qualifications of the higher job class and final approval by the supervisor.EDUCATIONTo verify education being used to meet the required minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials being used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application, provided at the time of interview or if not provided, transcripts will be required prior to appointment.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATIONIf education is completed in a foreign college or university, it may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. The omission of the required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application, and you will not receive further consideration.WORK EXPERIENCEWhen using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer's name, your job title, employment dates, and whether you were working full-time or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and if minimum qualifications are met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position to which you are applying.If you have currently or previously been appointed to a flexibly staffed position, please ensure your work experience within a flexibly staffed position indicates the actual dates employed at each level. Ensure your time and any subsequent flex promotion(s) are documented as a separate position. This is required as minimum qualifications require experience at a particular level in which the lower level may not be considered. If this information is not accurately reflected in your application, this may cause the processing of your application for consideration to be delayed.NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application. Noting 'see resume or CV' or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.MULTIPLE VACANCIESThis recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.APPLICATION NOTICEYou can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to apply successfully. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska 'How to Apply' webpage, found here: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/help/NOTICEQuestions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword .EEO STATEMENTThe State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer.WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov .For applicant password assistance, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. Contact Information For specific information in reference to the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Richard Raines, Research Analyst 4 Phone: (907) 465-8604 Email: richard.raines@alaska.govAgency State of Alaska Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers) Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/#J-18808-Ljbffrby Jobble

Salary: $2,568.75 Biweekly Location : Juneau, AK Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 42369 Department: Labor & Workforce Development Division: Administrative Services Opening Date: 12/14/2023 Closing Date: 5/13/2024 5:00 PM Alaska Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only Bargaining Unit: General Government Range: 18 Job Description RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply. ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS! The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Administrative Services, is recruiting for a Research Analyst 3 located in Juneau! The position is in the General Government Unit (GGU) at a Range 18. What You Will Be Doing: The Research and Analysis Section of the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development is recruiting for a Research Analyst 3 position located in Juneau. This position will contribute several articles each year to our sections' monthly publication - Alaska Economic Trends - through analyzing new and existing data sources. The position will also work on ad hoc research projects related to various aspects of Alaska's economy with an emphasis on the labor market. Data visualization and making complicated data more accessible and understandable in creative ways on our website and publications are other key aspect of this position. Our Organization, Mission and Culture: Research and Analysis' goal is to produce and disseminate objective, policy-neutral economic and demographic information. We provide a range of economic data to the public and contracted customers through our publications, estimates, surveys, and analyses. Policymakers as well as employers and job-seekers use these products to make choices based on an up-to-date understanding of Alaska's economy. We have about 20 staff members consisting of economists, analysts, and demographers. Our culture is casual but highly professional, focusing on data quality and production over formality. Our management team consists of working supervisors who have many years of hands-on experience. To learn more about the work we do, you can visit our website at https://laborstats.alaska.gov/ or read our monthly magazine, Alaska Economic Trends, at https://labor.alaska.gov/trends/. The Benefits of Joining Our Team: In addition to the standard benefits offered by the State of Alaska, working in our office can give you the opportunity to develop professionally, expand your technical skills, and participate in various research projects and publications. The Working Environment You Can Expect: Our main office is on the 3rd floor of the Department of Labor building in Juneau. Our staff are mostly situated in a walled cubicle environment. This position will be located in the office full time with teleworking only being offered in certain short-term and temporary situations. Who We Are Looking For: Our ideal candidate not only meets the minimum qualifications but has a genuine interest in the type of work we do, whether it's economics, demographics, social sciences, computers, programming, or data analysis. We like people to be engaged and focused on what they are doing, but to also have the curiosity and initiative to continually think about new ways of doing things. In addition to the above, the successful candidate will possess the following competencies:<ul><li>Reading: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; and applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.<li>Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, tact, empathy, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others (may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed); relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; and is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disability, and other individual differences.<li>Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner. We prefer someone who has experience writing for the public and putting complex information into broadly understandable language.</li></li></li></ul> Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in: <ul><li>Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.<li>Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.<li>Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.<li>Accountability:Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.</li></li></li></li></ul> Equivalent to those typically gained by: Education and/or progressively responsible professional experience which included investigative research or statistical analysis. Special Note: "Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. "Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job. "Training" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs. "Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. "Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment. Additional Required Information **PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION CAREFULLY** THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLYThis recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS Applicants must demonstrate their skill and/or experience in their responses to the supplemental questions. Please make sure to answer the supplemental questions as thoroughly as possible. Your responses must be supported by your application. Please see the "QUESTIONS" tab at the top of this bulletin to preview the supplemental questions. COVER LETTER A cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should address your interest in the position, how you meet the minimum qualifications, and address the following five items:<ol><li>Describe your level of familiarity with our monthly publication, Alaska Economic Trends. List some of the articles you have found interesting and why. <li>Describe your professional writing experience. Tell us about the types of work you have authored, the frequency, the deadlines, and the degree to which you have worked with an editor. <li>Tell us about a research project you have either led or been a part of that you found particularly interesting or were excited about. <li>What experience have you had with data visualization? Describe the type of software used, the data involved, and publication method (website for example). <li>Describe your experience working with large datasets. Tell us about the data sources and software you used for analysis.</li></li></li></li></li></ol> DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW <ul><li>Your two most recent performance evaluations. If evaluations are not available, bring two letters of recommendation from prior employment or education contacts.<li>A list of three professional references with current contact information. At least one of these references should be a current or former supervisor with specific knowledge of your abilities.<li>An unedited professional writing sample authored by you that demonstrates your ability to convey technical information in clear and understandable language. Submitting a sample that has not been through a professional editor for publishing provides a better sense of your writing abilities. <li>College transcripts if using education to meet the minimum qualifications.</li></li></li></li></ul> APPLICATION NOTICE You can ONLY apply for this position through Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy (paper) application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "" page. Omission of any required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. If you're experiencing problems attaching to your application, or if you simply had forgotten, you may email it to the contact provided below before 5:00 pm of the closing date. Any documents submitted after the posting has closed will not be considered. EDUCATIONIf post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application or submitted to the contact information below prior to the close of recruitment. If you're unable to attach to your application, email it to the contact provided in the job posting. If email is not an option, please call the contact person to obtain a fax number.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATIONEducation completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.WORK EXPERIENCEIf using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. Note: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting. BARGAINING UNITIf you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, you must mark that it does not apply to you. MULTIPLE VACANCIESThis recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.NOTICEQuestions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at EEO STATEMENTThe State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to: For applicant password assistance please visit: Contact Information Rob Kreiger Economist 4 Phone: 907-465-6031 rob.kreiger@alaska.gov Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work. For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.) Insurance Benefits<ul> <li>Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental <ul> <li>The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information. <ul> <li>AVTEC <li>Confidential <li>Correctional Officers <li>Marine Engineers <li>Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers <li>Supervisory <li>Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union <li>Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) </li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> <li>The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. <ul> <li>General Government <li>Labor, Trades and Crafts <li>Public Safety Employees Association <li>Masters, Mates & Pilots </li></li></li></li></ul> </li></li></ul> <li>Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)</li></li></ul> Optional Insurance Benefits <ul> <li>Group-based insurance premiums for <ul> <li>Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) <li>Long-term and short-term disability <li>Accidental Death and Dismemberment <li>Long-term care (self and eligible family members) <li>Supplemental Survivor Benefits </li></li></li></li></li></ul> <li>Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses</li></li></ul> Retirement Benefits <ul> <li>Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) <li>Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) <li>Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) <li>Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security <li>Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program <li>Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options</li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> See for additional information Paid Leave & Other Benefits<ul> <li>Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served <li>Eleven paid holidays a year</li></li></ul> 01 In a few sentences, please describe what the Research and Analysis Section of the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development does and the primary reason you are interested in working here. 02 When deciding whether to apply for a job, what are some of the key things you look for in the prospective organization? 03 If teleworking were not an option for this position, would you still be interested? 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Salary: $2,568.75 Biweekly Location : Juneau, AK Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 45097 Department: Corrections Division: Administration & Support Opening Date: 04/10/2024 Closing Date: 4/22/2024 5:00 PM Alaska Division: Administration and Support Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only Bargaining Unit: General Government Range: 18 Job Description The Department of Corrections, Division of Administration and Support, is recruiting for a Research Analyst 3 position located in Juneau, Alaska. What you will be doing: Under general direction, the Research Analyst 3 plans and implements research designs, gathers and evaluates programs and/or procedures, and performs difficult and technical research and statistical evaluations of specific activities within the Department of Corrections. This is the third level of professional responsibility where the most complex and difficult research is assigned and often done using techniques or procedures, which are unprecedented, and in areas where there is often a lack of information. Our organization, mission and culture: The Division of Administrative Services provides essential administrative support to the operations of the Department in support of its mission to provide secure confinement, reformative programs, and a process of supervised community integration to enhance the safety of our communities. The benefits of joining our team: By joining our team you will be an integral member of the Division of Administrative Services. We embrace the values of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement and take pride in doing our part to support the Department's mission. The working environment you can expect: Our office is located in the Douglas Island Building with ample parking and short walk to Savikko Park, Sandy Beach, and the Treadwell Mine Historic Trail. The work environment is collaborative and customer service oriented. Our team works as a tight knit group that values each other's contributions. This position will interface daily with a variety of people, including staff, field offices, other managers, directors, and other executives. Who we are looking for: To be successful in the position, the successful candidate will need the following core competencies: <ul><li>Knowledge of socioeconomic research methods and techniques;<li>Knowledge of statistical procedures and principles;<li>Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of a research analysis and statistical staff;<li>Ability to perform and direct difficult analytical and interpretive work;<li>Design and plan research studies;<li>Prepare and present effective oral and written reports.</li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in: <ul><li>Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. <li>Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. <li>Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. <li>Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.</li></li></li></li></ul> Equivalent to those typically gained by: Education and/or progressively responsible professional experience which included investigative research or statistical analysis. Special Note: "Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. "Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job. "Training" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs. "Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. "Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment. Special Note: "Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. "Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job. "Training" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs. "Progressively responsible" means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility. "Professional experience" means work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to one's own judgment. Additional Required Information COVER LETTER A cover letter is required for this position and will be used as a writing sample. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the Minimum Qualifications of the position and why you believe you are the best person for the job. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it to the contact provided in the job posting. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS At time of interview, applicants must provide the following: <ul><li>Educational transcripts, if using education to meet the minimum qualifications<li>Last three performance evaluations (Letters of Reference/Recommendation from the three most recent supervisors can be submitted if there were no evaluations within the last five years.)</li></li></ul> EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCEIf using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECKS/APSIN/ACOMSPlease be aware - this position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN)/Alaska Corrections Offender Management System (ACOMS). A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN/ACOMS. DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance. FINGERPRINT NOTICE All Department of Corrections employees are required to be fingerprinted. The successful candidate must pass a criminal history check. EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to For applicant password assistance, please visit: Contact Information Brandi Billings Deputy Director Phone: (907) 465-3421 Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work. For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.) Insurance Benefits<ul> <li>Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental <ul> <li>The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information. <ul> <li>AVTEC <li>Confidential <li>Correctional Officers <li>Marine Engineers <li>Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers <li>Supervisory <li>Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union <li>Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) </li></li></li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> <li>The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. <ul> <li>General Government <li>Labor, Trades and Crafts <li>Public Safety Employees Association <li>Masters, Mates & Pilots </li></li></li></li></ul> </li></li></ul> <li>Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)</li></li></ul> Optional Insurance Benefits <ul> <li>Group-based insurance premiums for <ul> <li>Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) <li>Long-term and short-term disability <li>Accidental Death and Dismemberment <li>Long-term care (self and eligible family members) <li>Supplemental Survivor Benefits </li></li></li></li></li></ul> <li>Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses</li></li></ul> Retirement Benefits <ul> <li>Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) <li>Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) <li>Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) <li>Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security <li>Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program <li>Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options</li></li></li></li></li></li></ul> See for additional information Paid Leave & Other Benefits<ul> <li>Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served <li>Eleven paid holidays a year</li></li></ul>

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