Description

JOB POSTING FOR LEWIS AND CLARK COUNTY

 Position Title:  Criminal Justice Data Analyst Supervisor 

 Organization:  Lewis and Clark County Criminal Justice Services

 Pay Rate:  $36.28 per hour to $38.41 per hour

 Position Type/Status:  Regular, Full-time, Exempt

 Closing Date:  August 7, 2025

Lewis and Clark County Criminal Justice Services Department is recruiting for a Criminal Justice Data Analyst Supervisor. Under the general supervision of the Criminal Justice Services Department Director, this position is responsible for directing, collecting, analyzing, managing, and disseminating criminal justice information to improve decision making and advance criminal justice initiatives.  

 Who We Are

Through a holistic and collaborative approach, this Department aims to continually improve our county’s criminal justice system by providing effective community alternatives, solutions, and services to increase community safety, reduce crime, and assist defendants in finding success.

The Criminal Justice Department works collaboratively with: 

Lewis and Clark County District Court;
Lewis and Clark County Justice Court;
Helena Municipal Court;
State of Montana City Court, East Helena Municipality;
Helena Police Department;
Lewis and Clark County Sheriff’s Office;
Lewis and Clark County Attorney’s Office;
Lewis and Clark County Youth Probation Office;
Department of Corrections Adult Probation and Parole Bureau;
Office of the Public Defender, Region IV.

 Benefits

Lewis and Clark County offers a competitive benefits package!

Includes:

Health Coverage – 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage;
Traditional Plan - the cost for an employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees;
High-Deductible Health Plan – cost for employee is $0 per month and an additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees;
PureView Health Center – preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents;
Retirement plans;
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays;
Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee;
Wellness Screening Incentive;
Gym Membership Reimbursement;
Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance;
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
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Other Benefits

Includes:

Working in a fast-paced environment;
Opportunity to serve on a variety of different committees;
Professional development and training opportunities;
Cost of living increases;
Market adjustments;
Step based wage increases;
Paid parental leave. 

Duties

        Plans, coordinates, and directs the department of Criminal Justice Services’ data initiatives;

        Supervises and directs the work activities of assigned staff;

        Manages and analyzes a variety of state, local, and program datasets;

        Makes recommendations for hiring, firing, and disciplinary actions;

        Prepares, implements, and monitors the operating budget for the Division;

        Tracks data and trends and develops strategies to create and maintain effective and efficient criminal justice programs;

        Displays criminal justice information in dashboard and narrative form;

        Prepares reports for internal and external stakeholders and funders;

        Provides data support to criminal justice programs throughout the department and across the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC);

        Works closely with partners to identify, obtain, analyze datasets and sources, to write and present the CJCC’s strategic plan every 5 years;  

        Assists workgroups with metric development and annual maintenance of data included in the strategic plan and public facing dashboards;

        Updates, improves, and maintains the department’s Annual Reports, Quarterly newsletters, brochures, and other marketing materials;

        Updates, improves, and maintains the department’s website and social media sites;

        Participates in the development and conducts staff data related trainings;

        Designs and conducts program evaluation plans for state and federal grants;

        Writes technical reports and participates in writing grant applications and grant reporting;

        Designs, coordinates, and manages data systems and queries for CJCC and public;

        Acts as a liaison for State agencies and other local Health Departments to foster cooperation and the exchange of information;

        Responds to and serves as subject matter expert for data requests and releases to the public, legal entities, criminal justice partners, media, and other stakeholders;

        Provides technical support to staff within the department with survey development, data collection, and interpretation of the results;

        Presents complex scientific information in a simple way to CJCC, Citizens’ Advisory Committee, County Commissioners, Public Meetings, and internal staff;

        Updates existing dashboards and develop new tools to share data publicly;  

        Works to provide data guidance for student interns on a variety of topic areas;   

        Informs Criminal Justice Coordinating Council and Citizens Advisory Committee of Division program activities, progress, barriers, and makes recommendations;

        Actively attends and participates in meetings and conferences;

        Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change with or without notice.

Requirements

Examples of Knowledge 

        Department of Criminal Justice Services policies and procedures; 

        Lewis and Clark County policies and procedures;

        Microsoft Office applications;

        Web design and maintenance;

        Data dashboard design, implementation, and maintenance;

        Identifying trends and developments in the fields of criminology, diversion, and recidivism;

         Collecting, interpreting, and analyzing data;

        Quality assurance and quality improvement.

Examples of Skills & Abilities 

        Programming in Statistical Analysis System (SAS) or Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS);

        Proficient in using different apps within Tableau, ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Pro;

        Manipulate and analyze large, complex data sets;

        Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis;

        Identify relationships and trends in data as well as factors that could affect the results of research;

        Identify problems, research to develop and implement solutions;

        Combine pieces of information to form conclusions;

        Skill in public speaking;

        Analytical thinking and problem solving;

        Respond quickly and calmly under stress;

        Excellent written and oral communication skills for a variety of audiences;

        Skill in writing technical reports or grants;

        Performs duties and responsibilities in a culturally sensitive and appropriate manner.

Qualifications 

The knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Analytics, or a closely related degree with at least two (2) years of job-related experience in policy analysis, data analysis, research, or quality assurance and one (1) year of supervisory experience. Experience in managing large complex data sets preferred. Experience with Tableau, R, Python, ArcGIS On-line and/or ArcGIS Pro is required. Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Special Requirements

        Must pass criminal background check;

        Must be fingerprinted;

        Must not have been convicted of a felony crime;

        Must be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. 

Physical Demands

Duties are generally performed in an office environment where hazards and discomforts are controlled and modifiable. This position requires the ability to bend at the waist, kneel, reach over the head, talk, hear, and see. Must be able to move or lift documents and materials weighing up to 30 pounds. Position requires knowledge and use of typical office equipment including telephone and personal computer. Position requires frequent contact with fellow employees, community agency staff and citizens. Position may require occasional travel to other sites.

Application Instructions 

Applications for this position are accepted online only through our career portal. Job Opportunities - Lewis & Clark County (lccountymt.gov) 

www.lccountymt.gov/Government/Human-Resources/Job

The following items are required along with the on-line application:

        Resume

o   Attach resume to online application in the designated section.

        Cover Letter

o   Attach cover letter to online application in resume upload section as well. More than one document can be uploaded. 

For questions on this position or on the application process, please call (406) 447-8316 or e-mail [email protected].

Disclaimer: Equal Opportunity Employer