Corrections Analyst (Project / Program Manager III)

Corrections Analyst (Project / Program Manager III)

The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) is seeking an innovative, energetic, and self-motivated professional to join our team as a Corrections Analyst (Project / Program Manager III). If you are passionate about corrections, public safety, and government service and are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, this role may be an excellent fit for you.

The Corrections Analyst will work collaboratively as part of a team that provides analytical support, project coordination, and subject-matter expertise to senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams across the department. This position will play a key role in coordinating, managing, and completing a variety of evolving departmental initiatives.

Primary responsibilities include providing technical and subject-matter expertise for systems that support critical operational processes such as timekeeping and payroll, as well as supporting department-wide reporting and staffing analysis. The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience using quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate operational and administrative changes, a strong understanding of project management principles, and the ability to effectively facilitate and communicate with diverse stakeholders.

The most competitive candidates will be dynamic professionals with excellent written and verbal communication skills, a collaborative leadership style, and a strong commitment to people and public service. Successful applicants will have a proven track record of independently leading complex operational projects from conception through implementation, monitoring, and closure.

DAJD is striving to provide in custody and community-based services that are data informed, advance safety, lead system change and promote equitable outcomes for the people we serve. The Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention is a professional and nationally recognized organization that supports safe, vibrant, and healthy communities in partnership with other criminal justice and human service agencies.

Job Duties

The job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all functions and tasks required of this position.

Spearhead multifaceted projects within the department, taking charge of scoping, planning, coordination, management, execution, and evaluation. Some projects will encompass a broad spectrum, from formulating policy recommendations and crafting issue papers to carrying out grants and scoping and deploying new technology solutions.

Lead or contribute to cross-functional working groups that address administrative and operational challenges, ensuring consistent collaboration and efficient problem-solving.

Communicate with operational and information technology stakeholders to identify, address, and resolve system problems or inefficiencies. Develop and document related requirements and testing plans, and ensure operational compliance with changes.

Apply project management skills and experience to independently deliver results for short- and long-term initiatives of varying size and complexity.

Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of existing departmental processes related to recruitment and retention, appropriate staffing models, efficient and effective organizational functioning, and emerging correctional issues, and draft written and oral presentations to address findings.

Collect, analyze, interpret, and present data to assess and measure progress toward departmental goals. Develop and monitor performance measures for various projects and initiatives.

Establish effective working relationships with department leadership and subject matter experts within the department, and lead teams that may have differing perspectives toward goals and outcomes.

Communicate effectively with internal and external audiences as an authoritative representative of department leadership on a variety of issues related to Department or County priorities, for the purpose of shaping policy and practice, advocating controversial positions, and achieving important Department objectives.

Apply an equity and social justice mindset to all aspects of the work in partnership with other team members, division and department staff, and internal and external stakeholders.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience managing complex projects and initiatives and / or providing complex data and business analysis for a local or state government agency.
• A bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business or other social science field from an accredited college or university; OR
• An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the work.

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Supplemental Information

Completion of the full King County application and supplemental questionnaire is required. If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

The following items are required to be considered for this opportunity :

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and / or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and / or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. The selection process may include but is not limited to : evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and assessments.

This position will work a 40-hour work week and is overtime eligible (provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act). Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 : 00 a.m.-4 : 30 p.m. This position is exempt under the provisions of the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning that it is not eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time accrual, and the incumbent will be required to work the hours necessary to meet position responsibilities. Executive leave determinations are processed in accordance with the criteria set forth in Executive Leave Policy 2021-0010 which states : Department directors will determine those FLSA-exempt employees whose positions require them to work substantially in excess of the standard work schedule for the department on an ongoing, regular basis. Such employees are eligible to receive up to ten (10) days of executive leave annually.

The work associated with this position will be performed through a hybrid work model that will require both onsite and remote work. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite work location for this position is the King County Courthouse at 516 3rd Avenue, E 245, Seattle WA 98104. However, candidates must be willing and able to report to work at different secured detention facilities in Seattle or Kent.

Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and, when working remotely, must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

The person selected for this position may be required to complete a thorough background investigation process, including fingerprinting, criminal history check, and reference checks.

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