/Massachusetts Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission/ /Job Posting/ Job Title: DataAnalyst Reports to: Director, Division of Police Standards AGENCY OVERVIEW The Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission is an independent agency that oversees law enforcement departments and officers throughout the Commonwealth. The Commission is charged with the following: * Establishing certification standards for law enforcement departments and officers; * Determining whether those standards have been met; * Developing regulations and policies governing law enforcement; * Decertifying, suspending, or ordering retraining for officers who commit misconduct or otherwise fail to satisfy requirements; * Maintaining, analyzing, and disseminating information regarding law enforcement; and * Conducting investigations, adjudicatory proceedings, and public hearings regarding much of the foregoing. The Commission is governed by, and enforces, Chapter 6E of the Massachusetts General Laws. Pursuant to that statute, the Commission collaborates with the Commonwealth’s Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) in several areas of its work. The Commission is looking for a highly motivated individual to join the growing team of the Division of Police Certification as a Data Analyst. The Data Analyst will assist the Director of Police Certification, Certification Specialists, and other employees of the Division in all duties relative to the certification and recertification process of police officers in the Commonwealth. _POSITION FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES_ * Acquire and maintain knowledge of the statutes and regulations relative to the POST Commission. * Perform trend analysis using data field metrics. * Review the information for data integrity. * Develop queries and reports as needed in Salesforce. * Train others in the use of reports and queries. * Search and update data. * Resolve discrepancies in the data. * Validate data against external listings. * Develop export / import programs in Access * Ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, procedures and/or policies. * Maintain and update records in the certification management database. * Perform searches in the certification database, National Decertification Index, and other data systems. * Maintain accurate contact lists for all designated law enforcement agencies in the Commonwealth. * Document all processes and perform regular data updates. * Assist other Commission staff in various informational aspects of certification. * Capable of exporting large data sets and performing comparative analysis. * Maintain open communication and work with other operational divisions within the POST Commission as necessary. * Perform other duties as requested. _INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING_ Interested individuals should apply for the position throughMassCareers. An application must include a cover letter and resume. Applications should be submitted by February 16, 2024. Applications submitted after that date will be considered at the discretion of the POST Commission. _SALARY RANGE_ Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000. _COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that will add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Commonwealth Employee Benefits and Rewards! _COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY_ The POST Commission is committed to building a diverse staff across its entire agency and at all levels. The POST Commission is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is the policy of the POST Commission and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact Jeanine Hopkins at (857) 366-0600. _NOTICE OF REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK – INCLUDING TAX COMPLIANCE_ The POST Commission requires a background check on all prospective employees as a condition of employment. Candidates should be aware of this requirement but should also know that such a background check is not initiated until: * A candidate is invited to a second or subsequent interview and * The candidate has signed the Background Check Authorization Form and related releases. This background check includes a check of Criminal Offender Record Information, and Federal IRS and Massachusetts Department of Revenue tax compliance on all prospective employees as a condition of their employment. Candidates with advanced degrees and professional licenses may have these credentials verified. Individuals other than those references provided by a candidate may be contacted while a full background and qualification check is completed. _REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS_ * Excellent database understanding and experience organizing and auditing large quantities of data for analysis. * Ability to understand laws and regulations as they relate to the POST Commission. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to exercise discretion in handling of confidential and sensitive information. * Appreciation of and attention to detail. * Willingness to perform routine administrative and clerical duties as needed. * Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to balance multiple and competing priorities and deadlines. * Ability to work independently, productively, and creatively in an evolving environment, including learning new applications and new systems and being self-motivated. * Commitment to the mission of the POST Commission. * Strong work ethic and commitment to producing work at the highest levels of quality on an independent basis. * Excellent interpersonal skills; an appreciation for teamwork and collegiality; and an ability to interact with people at all levels within the Commission, stakeholders, outside counsel, outside vendors, and members of the public. * Appreciation of the value of diversity and inclusion, and the importance of interacting respectfully and sensitively with people of different backgrounds. * Proficiency with computers and the MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access) and willingness to learn state and Commission specific electronic systems. * Must have Access programming development and data mapping experience. _MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING_ * Bachelor’s Degree or higher with a major in business administration, computer science, statistics, government, public administration, operations or related field, OR * Two years of professional experience in public administration, government, business, compliance, technology or large data sets. Job: Unclassified* *Organization: Peace Officer Standards and Training *Title: *Data Analyst Location: Massachusetts-Boston - 84 State Street Requisition ID: 240000SA