ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST

　　Date: Jan 23, 2024

　　Req ID: 36232

　　Location:

　　Little Rock, AR, US, 72202

　　Category: ADWS - REHABILITATION SERVICES

　　Anticipated Starting Salary: 36,154.98

　　Position Summary

　　The Administrative Analyst will function as the DSB Statistician. The DSB Statistician is responsible for conducting special research studies, analyzing data, preparing statistics, making recommendations based on research findings, and monitoring and coordinating project/program activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

　　Education and Professional Work Experience

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, or a related field.

　　Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

　　Knowledge of planning, research, and analysis techniques and procedures.

　　Knowledge of department operations, policies, and procedures.

　　Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.

　　Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

　　Ability to plan and execute systems and organizational analysis and feasibility studies.

　　Ability to conduct research and perform quantitative quality assurance reviews.

　　Ability to research, prepare, and present comprehensive written and oral reports.

　　Ability to organize and conduct meetings and workshops.

　　Job Responsibilities and Expected Results

　　Key Business Processes/Duties

　　Using statistical software such as Excel, Access, Tableau, reports, AWARE, and other methods, the Statistician gathers, develops, and interprets statistical information.

　　Creates and maintains complex databases. These databases will be used to run queries and gather and compile data for reporting purposes.

　　Acquires and maintains a good understanding of Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) coding and reporting policies.

　　Formats data to develop and prepare agency, departmental, state, and federal reports according to policy and procedures.

　　Analyzes data and writes narrative summaries for a variety of co1nprehensive reports explaining findings and interpreting results.

　　Designs the final layout of some reports and ensures their accessibility.

　　Coordinates with the Database Administrator any data errors.

　　Stays abreast of changing federal and state policies concerning mandatory reports with emphasis on coding changes, reports expiration dates and deadlines that must be met.

　　Recommends changes to AWARE to the Database Administrator as necessary.

　　Archives, protects and oversees timely destruction of confidential and other records in compliance with departmental and federal policy.

　　Completes related tasks as assigned.

　　Monitors the end result of reports, concentrates on weaknesses found with documentation, and provides instruction to staff to ensure proper documentation for compliance with federal, state, and agency guidelines.

　　The Statistician has a clear understanding of reporting procedures and has the ability to convey these procedures to staff.

　　The Statistician interacts regularly with agency, departmental, and federal personnel obtaining and providing pertinent information and other services, attending meetings, and facilitating the progress of section and agency goals.

　　Networks with peers in other states to stay abreast of "best practices” in management of data required for federal and other reporting.

　　Perform other duties as assigned.

　　Position Information

　　Class Code: C037C

　　Grade: GS06

　　FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

　　Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $52,425.00

　　Summary

　　The Administrative Analyst is responsible for conducting special research studies, analyzing data, preparing statistics, making recommendations based on research findings, and monitoring and coordinating project/program activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

　　Functions

　　Conducts special studies such as systems and cost analysis, feasibility and effectiveness of agency/institution programs, and the identification of and solution to problem areas. Assists in the development of project goals and objectives. Plans, organizes, and schedules project/program implementation phases and procedures and develops monitoring and reporting systems to measure project effectiveness. Researches and analyzes data pertinent to work programs and goals and objectives and prepares reports explaining findings and recommendations. Develops or revises agency/institution policies, procedures, programs, and directives based on research findings. Develops handbooks and manuals for participant use and conducts workshops to educate personnel on new systems, policies, and procedures. Evaluates existing programs by gathering information, reviewing files, researching policy, directives, and regulations, conducting surveys and interviews, and contacting agencies/institutions in other states concerning their programs. Composes correspondence and responses to written inquiries and interprets agency administrative directives, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent application. Acts as liaison to other programs, departments, or agencies/institutions and provides guidance in areas of expertise. Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Dimensions

　　None

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Knowledge of planning, research, and analysis techniques and procedures. Knowledge of department operations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations. Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Ability to plan and execute systems and organizational analysis and feasibility studies. Ability to conduct research and perform quantitative quality assurance reviews. Ability to research, prepare, and present comprehensive written and oral reports. Ability to organize and conduct meetings and workshops.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

　　Licenses

　　None

　　Nearest Major Market:Little Rock