Data Analyst (Operations Officer II) (NCS) - Office of Equity and Civil Rights

City of Baltimore, MD12 months ago
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

The PAB Data Analyst position provides data analysis to support decision‐making for the Police Accountability Board (PAB) and the Administrative Charging Committee (ACC). In this full‐time, non‐civil service role you will perform research on police response, analyze data from multiple databases to evaluate police misconduct trends, prepare detailed reports and visualizations, and present findings to both internal and external audiences. Join the City of Baltimore team to drive social impact while advancing equity and accountability in our community. Compensation: $74,803.00 - $119,684.00 annually.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect, analyze, and manage data across multiple projects.
  • Participate in accountability review sessions by providing clear data analysis for the PAB, ACC, and the public.
  • Lead data and research collection for the Police Accountability Division, develop the annual PAB report, and maintain key metrics and performance indicators.
  • Prepare ArcGIS mapping products to illustrate police misconduct trends and provide in-depth analysis.
  • Ensure data accuracy and translate findings into strategic police accountability recommendations.
  • Develop and maintain measurement instruments, reporting tools, databases, and dashboards for mixed‐methods data.
  • Communicate findings clearly through narrative‐driven presentations, effective data visualizations, and written reports.
  • Conduct both quantitative and qualitative assessments, including SWOT analyses.
  • Support process-level analyses and strategic implementations regarding police misconduct.
  • Create and manage a Police Misconduct Dashboard and website, performing administrative reviews as needed.
  • Utilize innovative, data-driven approaches to mitigate the consequences of past practices.
  • Provide internal dashboards and reports to OECR leadership.
  • Develop data feeds and automated reporting systems.

Required Qualifications

  • Strong working knowledge of connecting to SQL Server/Oracle databases using tools such as Toad Data Point, MS Access/Excel, ArcGIS, and link analysis software.
  • Proficiency in GIS, statistical methods, algorithms, and crime analysis techniques.
  • Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to perform analyses with limited oversight.
  • Ability to analyze data to derive insights for strategic decision-making and planning.
  • Proven capability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and synthesize data into coherent workplans.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Business Intelligence, ArcGIS, SQL, Python, and other specialized software.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a data-related field and 4-5 years of progressive experience.
  • Strong analytical writing, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines, and produce detailed reports, charts, and graphs in high‐energy environments.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive Benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans.
  • Access to wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.
  • A competitive salary along with a robust benefits package in a vibrant, diverse work environment.
  • Additional details can be found on the benefits page.

Required Skills

Critical Thinking
SQL Server
Data Reporting
Research
Python
MS Access/Excel
ArcGIS
Data Visualization
Link Analysis
Power Business Intelligence
Toad Data Point
Data Collection
Statistical Analysis
Report Preparation
Oracle