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Working Title: Refugee Research and Data Analyst
Job Class: Research Scientist 3
Agency: Human Services Dept
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 06/20/2023
- Closing Date: 07/10/2023
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
- Division/Unit: DHS-Payroll / Data Analysis & Statistics
- Work Shift: Day Shift
- Work Hours: 8:00am -4:30pm
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $33.30 - $49.53 / hourly; $69,530 - $103,418 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
- Telework (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) and flexible hour options may be available.
As the Refugee Research and Data Analyst you will lead complex research studies, program evaluation and performance measurement to help policymakers and program administrators understand how the Economic Assistance and Employment Supports (EAESD) division is supporting refugees, asylees and other recently arrived Minnesotans through established programs and explore options for improvement.
This position will also have a primary role in reporting (including federally required reporting) related to the Refugee Resettlement Office (RPO), the Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) program, and federal waivers impacting other food and cash assistance programs that are targeting services to refugees and immigrants. The incumbent will lead a process improvement effort to resolve the ongoing technical challenges in producing this work.
It is important in this role that the incumbent will represent the DHS Resettlement Programs Office to establish and maintain relationships with community and volunteer organizations, external researchers and programs maintaining external data sources across and within state agencies, including the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) University of Minnesota
We’re proud to come to work every day knowing that what we do has a direct impact on people’s lives, with our core values guiding us every step of the way. Join us to invest in yourself, your career, and the community!
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Three (3) years of professional data management and analysis experience in a research or evaluation setting that demonstrates the following experience:
- Designing and managing project evaluations and /or research studies
- Conducting statistical analysis
- Writing complex queries using SQL, SAS, R (or equivalent) to extract data from relational databases
- Experience with report writing, oral presentation or other methods of sharing analytic results (i.e. data visualization)
Preferred Qualifications
- Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures with research and community staff at all levels, within and outside of the organization.
- Five (5) years of professional data management and analysis experience in a research or evaluation setting
- A graduate degree in a related social science or data science field
- Demonstrated expertise in quantitative or qualitative data collection and analysis methods
- Knowledge of state and federal programs and resulting data systems and sets that serve Minnesota’s refugees, asylees and other recent arrivals
- Experience with translating documents, collaborating with interpreter
- Demonstrated data visualization expertise
- Knowledge of current issues impacting the economic and employment circumstances of refugee, asylees and other recent arrivals
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Kristen Boelcke-Stennes at kristen.boelcke-stennes@state.mn.us
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID# 66449, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Katie Xiong at katie.xiong@state.mn.us.
About Human Services Dept
WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.
