Research Analyst

This posting is for the State of Hawaii, Department of the Attorney General, Crime Prevention and Justice Assistance Division (CPJAD). This position is located on the Island of Oahu. Annual Salary: $74,232, pending qualifications of applicant. The State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this exempt position to the Department of the Attorney General. CPJAD serves as the central agency to provide the Attorney General, the chief law enforcement officer of Hawaii, with the information and resources needed to address crime and crime prevention.

This position is responsible for assisting the Chief of Research and Statistics in providing the leadership and statistical and research skills necessary for producing statistical and analytical reports and studies on Hawaii's criminal justice data. This position involves the full range of professional research work required in the conduct of major research projects. Work involves conducting fact-finding and analysis; coordinating input from individuals, groups or agencies involved in or affected by the research process;

and consideration of a variety of social, economic, physical and environmental factors in the development of plans. Assignments are characterized by the scope, depth and variety of research considerations required, such as projects concerning a major statewide activity. Assignments frequently involve difficulty in the determination of appropriate research goals and objectives because of conflicting interests or generality of expression of policy.

Originality and creativity are required in the development of research alternatives and recommendations and in resolving and reconciling conflicting information.

• Knowledge of the justice system.

• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Possession of good interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency using IBM SPSS Statistics software, R or Python, as well as Microsoft Excel, SQL (Microsoft SQL or MySQL), and/or Microsoft Access applications desired.

• Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university which has included coursework in statistics.
• Coursework in criminology and/or criminal justice desired.

• One year work experience that demonstrates the ability to compile, analyze, and present statistical data required.
• Work experience that demonstrates the ability to create, manage, or utilize complex statistical databases or records management systems desired.
• Professional training and experience in the justice system desired.