What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Analyst, Principal position at State of Idaho?
Description
State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department
NOTICE : Applications will be accepted through 4 : 59 PM MST on the posting end date.
STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES : If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho's external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.
Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.
The Idaho Transportation Department currently has an opportunity for a Research Analyst, Principal at our Headquarters office in Boise, ID . The position's primary purpose will be to monitor / oversee contract research funded through ITD's Research Program to ensure methodologies are sound, data sets and data analysis are accurate, and research conclusions and recommendations are well supported. The position will also be responsible for working with staff to develop research project ideas and for developing, tracking, and preparing statistical reports detailing project and program performance against established measures. This position will also serve as a Subject Matter Expert for technical writing and formatting of research reports and manuals.
Note : This position requires a driver's record check.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Coordinate development of research project ideas / research requests
- Researches and selects information systems / sources to be used for research.
- Identifies appropriate areas of research based on needs assessment or direction from management.
- Establishes methods and procedures to assure quality of data collected.
- Consults with officials of state and federal agencies and private entities to coordinate development and design of research projects.
Analysis of data and development of report of findings
Monitor / oversee contract research projects
Information management
Technical writing
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
MQ SPECIALTIES
Some positions require some knowledge of
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at : or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https : / / dhr.idaho.gov / information-for-state-employees / .
EEO / ADA / Veteran
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email .
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
