What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research and Policy Analyst position at City of Richmond, Virginia?
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The Research and Policy Analyst is responsible for conducting thorough research and analysis to support the development, evaluation, and implementation of Richmond Police Department policies, technology, and programs. This role works directly with senior leadership and takes the lead on collecting and analyzing data, generating reports, and providing evidence-based recommendations to inform policy decisions and strategic initiatives to support the Richmond Police Department.
Supervision Exercised/Received
Key Responsibilities
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge (some Combination Of The Following)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly finger, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; frequently walk; and occasionally stoop, reach, stand, push, pull, lift, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may contain environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be sedentary, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at Jessica.McKenzie@RVA.GOV.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.
The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.
With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.
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10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?
5-point Veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?
How many years of experience do you have researching, interpreting, writing, and implementing procedures, policies and programs?
Describe your experience analyzing data, generating reports, and providing evidence-based recommendations to inform policy decisions and strategic initiatives.
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Please describe your work experience in public safety communications, planning and project management.
About
This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:
- Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
- Language Incentive
- Referral Bonus
- Tuition Assistance Program
The Research and Policy Analyst is responsible for conducting thorough research and analysis to support the development, evaluation, and implementation of Richmond Police Department policies, technology, and programs. This role works directly with senior leadership and takes the lead on collecting and analyzing data, generating reports, and providing evidence-based recommendations to inform policy decisions and strategic initiatives to support the Richmond Police Department.
Supervision Exercised/Received
- Exercised: This classification typically does not supervise other employees but may serve as lead worker.
- Received: This classification typically reports to a Deputy Director, Director, or other supervisor.
- Note: Other reporting relationships may apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting quantitative and qualitative research on various issues relevant to the organization
- Designing and implementing surveys, interviews, and other data collection methods
- Analyzing statistical data
- Preparing comprehensive reports, strategic planning documents, and/or policy papers
- Researching and reviewing existing best practices, policies, legislation, and regulations related to key policy areas
- Evaluating the effectiveness and impact of current policies and programs
- Identifying trends, issues, opportunities, and funding resources related to key policy areas
- Preparing presentations and communicating findings to stakeholders, including policymakers, senior management, and the public
- Translating complex data into accessible and actionable insights and recommendations
- Working in partnership with internal teams, government agencies, and external stakeholders to coordinate essential programming, manage collaborative projects and promote regional collaboration
- Organizing and participating in meetings, focus groups, and workshops
- Providing recommendations based on research findings and best practices identified
- Monitoring and assessing the impact of policy changes and legislative impacts and recommend adjustments, as needed
- Manage research projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of results
- Maintaining and organizing research findings and documentation
- Contributing to the development of research methodologies and tools
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field
- 2-5 years of experience in research and evaluation, policy analysis, strategic planning, project management, or a related field
- An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification
- Advanced degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field preferred
Knowledge (some Combination Of The Following)
- Policy analysis
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Quantitative and qualitative research methods relevant to area of interest
- Ethical research practices
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata) and data analysis tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to synthesize complex information and present it clearly
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Problem-solve and be detail oriented
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
- Maintain confidentiality
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly finger, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; frequently walk; and occasionally stoop, reach, stand, push, pull, lift, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may contain environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be sedentary, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at Jessica.McKenzie@RVA.GOV.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.
The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.
With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.
01
10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?
- Yes
- No
5-point Veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?
- Yes
- No
How many years of experience do you have researching, interpreting, writing, and implementing procedures, policies and programs?
- 1-3 years
- 3-7 years
- 7-10 years
- 10 years
- No experience
Describe your experience analyzing data, generating reports, and providing evidence-based recommendations to inform policy decisions and strategic initiatives.
05
Please describe your work experience in public safety communications, planning and project management.
- Required Question
