Special Assistant (Data and Policy Analyst) - VID 212562

Description

Duties Description

This position will be supervised by a Senior Research Associate in consultation with the Family Court Senior Research Associate, both of whom report directly to the Director of Research.

Specifics Of Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Develop broad knowledge in public defense related research, as well as current research on policy implementation science; and maintain an annotated bibliography of relevant research studies.
• Develop working knowledge of other states’ public defense system frameworks, standards, and initiatives. Provide periodic updates on emerging public defense research, including but not limited to research on representation in criminal court, Family Court, and appellate representation, holistic representation models, etc.
• Prepare and format public defense provider data for ILS internal review and data verification. Assist in drafting research and policy reports for internal and external distribution.
• Directly assist the Family Court Senior Research Associate with semi-annual Family Court data collection, including preparing for data submissions, data verification, data cleaning, and provider follow-up. Assist in data officer trainings and the development of training materials, and with outreach to Family Court grantees.
• Work with Research Team to conduct site visits to discuss data reporting requirements and to better understand data collection and public defense practice within the counties. As needed, follow-up with public defense providers on their data reporting. Coordinate and conduct Family Court and criminal court observations.
• Assume primary responsibility for coordinating the Research Team’s annual report writing and publication schedule.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for collaboration with ILS programmatic teams on policy related publications.
• Maintain familiarity with all ILS data reporting requirements.
• The Data and Policy Analyst will also undertake other such activities as may be requested by the Director, Counsel, and the Director of Research.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in criminology, criminal justice, law, public policy, public administration, social welfare, juvenile justice or a related field. Minimum of 2 years’ total experience in criminal justice research, or research in a closely related field such as public policy, public administration, social welfare, or juvenile justice, etc.*

• Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must be comfortable with Microsoft software, especially Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Comfortable working in diverse settings; experience working with a diverse team
• Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and strong writing skills
• Demonstrable, superior organizational skills
  
  

NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

Additional Comments

• Travel may be required (approximately 20%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
  
  

The mission of Indigent Legal Services (ILS) is to improve the representation provided to New Yorkers facing criminal charges or family litigation who cannot afford counsel. Our agency’s work is transforming criminal defense and parental representation, while helping people in crisis achieve greater justice in criminal cases and maintain family integrity. Join us to help shape policy and practice statewide and to have a profound impact on justice statewide. Become part of a team of dedicated professionals who share your commitment to a more fair and just society.

ILS is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. These values not only guide our work; we believe they are essential to fulfilling our mission to improve mandated representation in New York State. ILS staff share responsibility for creating a more inclusive workplace. Diverse voices and perspectives only strengthen our ability to create transformational change. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

ILS welcomes candidates regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or family status, domestic violence victim status, or arrest record or criminal conviction history.

We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Care Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Paid Personal Leave, Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Advantage Account
• Membership in the New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System
• Voluntary Defined Contribution Plan
• Deferred Compensation Plan
  
  

ILS employees are eligible to apply to telecommute part-time and/or adjust work hours in accordance with ILS’s policies, subject to supervisor approval.

The Capital Region is a great place to live with a low cost-of living in neighborhoods ranging from urban to rural within a short commute. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or an arts aficionado, there is something for everyone. From the beautiful mountains that surround the city to the historic churches and museums and pre-Revolutionary War architecture. With a 300-year history, there’s much to enjoy and explore.

Employees may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentaid.gov/publicservice.

The State of New York is committed to assuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be submitted to the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator at RAinquiries@OGS.NY.Gov.