Research and Data Analyst

Position Description

Shepard-Byrd Hate Crimes and Hate Bias Incidents Prevention Strategy Research and Data Analyst
Salary: $21/hour
Hours: 20 hours/month
Location: Annapolis, MD
Job Type: Part-Time Contractual, Non-benefited
Job Number: 1206024R
Department: Chief Administrative Office: Office of Equity and Human Rights (OEHR)
Opening Date: 02/18/2025
Closing Date: Until filled

OVERVIEW
In 2023, Anne Arundel County was awarded a grant through the US Department of Justice: Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to implement the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Program in the county. This is a four (4) year grant in which Anne Arundel County will develop a comprehensive multi-pronged Hate Crimes and Hate Bias Incidents Prevention Strategy, with a focus on prevention, investigation, and prosecution while providing quality services to victims of hate bias incidents.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Anne Arundel County Government is seeking a Research and Data Analyst to support the Anne Arundel County Shepard-Byrd Hate Crimes and Hate Bias Incidents Prevention Strategy.

This is a position in the Office of the County Executive. The position will report to the Senior Project Manager over the Shepard-Byrd Hate Crimes and Hate Bias Incidents Prevention Strategy in the Office of Equity and Human Rights (OEHR).

ABOUT THE OEHR

The OEHR provides leadership in developing policies, programs, and procedures that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws and integrate diversity, access, and inclusion into county operations. We are a partner and resource for all departments as they work to improve access and inclusion countywide.

Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The Research and Data Analyst is responsible for:

• Compile, process, and analyze hate bias and hate crime data clearly and concisely;
• Reviewing and redacting hate bias incidents and hate crimes police reports.
• Proficient in data cleaning and analysis techniques, with an understanding of basic statistical concepts
• Conducting trend analysis.
• Recommend data-driven solutions for improving current practices.
• Researching other Hate Bias Initiatives and reports to augment the County’s strategy
• Develop and track performance metrics in line with the County's Shepard-Byrd Hate Crimes and Hate Bias Incidents Prevention Strategy goals and priorities and identify areas that may need further review;
• Create data visualizations and end-user reports for internal and external audiences;
• Work collaboratively with Anne Arundel County Police Department to identify opportunities for operational improvement;
• Support the OEHR team in the administration of various Shepard-Byrd Hate Bias Prevention Strategy efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Possess a four-year degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Research and Evaluation, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Two (2) or more years of professional experience performing data analysis and results dissemination, program evaluation, and/or process improvement in an academic, data administration, or business analytics environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to communicate with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
  Ability to explain complex, technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Experience working with law enforcement is preferred.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping software such as ESRI.
• Knowledge of online data visualization platforms such as Quicksight, Tableau, or ESRI.