What are the responsibilities and job description for the Management Analyst 5 position at State of Washington Dept. of Corrections?
Description
Management Analyst 5
Full Time | Permanent
Location: Tumwater, WA
Salary Range: $87,708 - $117,960 Monthly
This position is represented by the Teamsters 117 Bargaining Unit.
The Washington State Department of Corrections Research and Data Analytics (RDA) team is searching for a motivated expert in providing data visualization solutions to join their team as a correctional Data Specialist (MA5)! The goal of the Management Analyst 5 is to provide visualization expertise to help develop our Power BI infrastructure.
The Data Specialist is a critical position for the agency. It is vital to developing compelling and visually striking dashboards, infographics, graphics, and reports regarding complex and often unprecedented issues with a broad scope and significant budget or policy impact. This is an excellent opportunity to use your data science skills, as you will be responsible for providing technical data visualization advice and consultation on data-related issues to the RDA team. You will provide data visualizations and analyses for management solutions, reports, and presentations on divisional, agency, and routine issues.
Working within the Research and Data Analytics unit, you will transform complex correctional data into actionable insights that inform policy, improve operations, and enhance public safety outcomes.
You will be seen as a strategic expert in developing compelling and visually striking dashboards, infographics, graphs, and reports regarding complex and often unprecedented issues with a broad scope and significant budget or policy impact. We are seeking someone with a demonstrated track record of published analytical projects in a collaborative or independent research capacity, emphasizing data-wrangling or data-engineering abilities leading to dashboards or reports for large datasets.
A completed application packet will include:
- A cover letter regarding your interest in this position with our agency
- A detailed resume
- Three professional references
Duties
We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service, committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.
As a Management Analyst 5, some of your duties will include:
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Data Analytics and Visualization Leadership which could look like:
- Designing and implementing data visualizations and analytical products using Power BI and other tools to translate complex correctional data for executive leadership and operational staff
- Conducting statistical analyses using R, Python, or SAS to evaluate DOC programs, policies, and operations
- Developing standardized templates and style guides ensuring consistent, accessible data presentation
- Creating interactive dashboards enabling real-time monitoring of key operational metrics
- Validating data quality and ensures analytical product reliability
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Strategic Analysis and Consultation
- Partnering with operational units to identify key metrics and develop data products supporting decision-making
- Analyzing complex datasets to assess policy and program impacts on incarcerated persons, staff, and public safety
- Implementing reproducible analytical workflows ensuring consistent reporting across departments
- Providing technical consultation on data visualization and analytical best practices
- Training and Knowledge Transfer
- Research and Innovation
Qualifications
What we need (required qualifications):
- Master's degree in criminal justice, data analytics, statistics, social sciences, or related field
AND
- 2 years of professional experience in data analysis and visualization
OR
- Bachelor's degree in related field
AND
- 4 years of professional experience in data analysis and visualization.
OR
- Associate’s degree in related field
AND
- 6 years of professional experience in data analysis and visualization
OR
- High school diploma or equivalent
AND
- At least 8 years of professional experience in data analysis and visualization.
In addition to the above education and experience, the below knowledge, skills and/or abilities are required:
- Experience creating interactive dashboards and analytical products
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellence in translating complex data into clear visual stories
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively
- Project management and organizational skills
What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):
- Advanced proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI)
- Strong experience with statistical analysis software (R, Python, or SAS)
- Demonstrated ability to work with large, complex datasets
- Familiarity with Agile and git DataOps
Supplemental Information
Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
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Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references. - A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
- We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
- Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
- Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
- DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
- DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Telework Details
This position may be allocated for telework. Work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a “drop in” area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.
What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
- Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
- Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
- 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
- 12 paid holidays a year
- Generous retirement plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Deferred Compensation and so much more!
PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email mackenzie.conley@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
Salary : $87,708 - $117,960
