Research Analyst

IDAHO LEGISLATIVE SERVICES OFFICE

Research Analyst, Impact Review Team

Starting Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000

Location: Idaho State Capitol, Boise, ID

Special Notification: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide professional, independent, non-partisan research support to the Idaho Legislature regarding impacts, efficiencies, or cost-benefit of various policy and fiscal decisions. The Idaho Legislature meets from January through March of each year, but also has numerous interim meetings, activities, and research projects throughout the year.

• The incumbent will work within a team of research analysts to provide research and technical expertise on various state agency information technology programs or proposed projects for accountability and value to the State of Idaho. This will include collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to help the Idaho Legislature make informed decisions regarding information technology investments.

• The incumbent will provide expertise to the Legislature through written reports, publications, memoranda, briefs, electronic presentations, dashboards, and oral testimony before committees. Projects and work products will range from single program requests to complex projects and reviews for Idaho and neighboring states.

• Some statewide travel may be required to attend interim meetings or state agency board and commission meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university is preferred, but relevant experience in state or local government budgeting, finance, auditing, public policy, revenue, taxation, economics, or evaluation may substitute for education.

• Excellent communication skills and common sense judgement to meet and deliver project objectives is required.

• Excellent analytical skills, documentation techniques, and quality control measures are needed. Ability to distill complicated data sets and concepts into understandable reports, and infographics using Microsoft Suite and Adobe.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of survey methodology and sampling plans, interview techniques, and quantitative and qualitative statistics.

• Working knowledge of evaluation or auditing principles, procedures, and study designs to ensure rigor, objectivity, and quality.

• Experience with Power BI, GIS, Affinity, and/or AI.

• Working knowledge of, the common data systems used in state government for the retrieval of budgetary, financial, and personnel information.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government agencies, legislators of all political parties, and the public.

ABOUT LEGISLATIVE SERVICES:

• Flexible Schedules

• Career-long learning opportunities

• Service First Culture

• Opportunity to play an integral role in the government process

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

OVERTIME NOTICE: At the discretion of the appointing authority, compensatory time off may be provided in lieu of overtime cash compensation.

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.