Auditing & Research Analyst

Position Summary

The Auditing Policy and Research Division of CPOC uses data information and research to review PPD policies and practices; these reviews are targeted in nature and responsive to trends or themes identified through CPOCs work current events or community concerns. The Auditing Policy and Research Division makes recommendations to PPD when appropriate and tracks the acceptance and implementation of recommendations. All aspects of the divisions work are shared publicly with stakeholders when possible and in accordance with CPOCs authorizing legislation.

As a part of CPOCs Auditing Policy and Research Division Auditing and Research Analysts will help forward the mission of the commission to provide oversight of the Philadelphia Police Department through evaluating and reporting on PPD investigations into complaints against police. Auditing and Research Analysts will also work on self-directed policy and research projects to gain a deep understanding of topics related to policing in Philadelphia. These projects involve the collection and analysis of data and information and require excellent time management impeccable judgment and the ability to identify sound recommendations for policy improvement to the PPD when appropriate. Auditing and Research Analysts produce high-quality reports for varying audiences such as the public CPOC commissioners and other stakeholders and must be able to distill complex information to create clear written materials. This position reports to the Director of the Auditing Policy and Research Division.

Essential Functions

• Conduct a high volume of case audits of PPD Internal Affairs investigations into complaints against police through detailed analysis data review research and in accordance with CPOC procedures.
• Develop and execute projects to assess the Philadelphia Police Departments compliance with policies and procedures and other types of research / auditing projects; act as lead on these projects and manage projects from start to finish.
• Assist with intake of complaints against police and provide courteous compassionate and professional services to complainants. Prepare internal and external referrals as needed to ensure complaints and other constituent concerns are properly addressed.
• Draft and edit reports for various audiences to report on data and the work of the division; this includes explainers and other public-facing documents to distill complex issues to the general public.
• Using research data and public input when appropriate draft policy recommendations related to Philadelphia Police Department practices; help develop implementation strategies and methods to track the effectiveness of CPOCs recommendations.
• Use other appropriate information such as available oversight resources Philadelphia Police Department information / sources and academic materials to serve Auditing Policy and Research division objectives and assist other CPOC divisions as needed.
• Coordinate closely with the Director of Auditing Policy and Research Division to design troubleshoot and improve internal processes as needed.
• Seek out and participate in professional groups and trainings to maintain awareness of best practices related to community-police relations civilian oversight of police and police reform nationally.
• Help to maintain transparency between the commission the police department elected officials and the public.
• Receive training on PPD procedures policies and discipline code; adjudicate discipline cases and make disciplinary recommendations as a rotating member of the PPD Police Board of Inquiry
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director and Director of the Auditing Policy and Research Division.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Work-Life

Working hours are generally 37.5 hours per week.  Our team is currently hybrid with both virtual and in-office days however the position can opt to come in the office each day if desired.

New employees will be required to work in-office every day for their first 90 days.

Qualifications :

Additional Information :

TO APPLY :   Interested candidates must submit a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

Salary Range :  $65000-$70000

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Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Spss,Data Collection,R,Stata,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Data Mining,Calculus,Market Research,Operations Research,SAS,Data Analysis Skills

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1