Research Manager
Apply NowCompany: Orange County, CA
Location: Orange, CA 92867
Description:
Salary : $111,779.20 - $154,814.40 Annually
Location : Orange County
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 8298MA-1223-026 (O)
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 12/05/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
CAREER DESCRIPTION
RESEARCH, POLICY, AND QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER (RESEARCH MANAGER)
SALARY INFORMATION
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:
Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Orange County District Attorney's Office and may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Online applications will be accepted
for a minimum of five (5) business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 P.M. PST on the day the County's needs are met.
All applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this bulletin can close at any time without notice.
DISTRICT ATTORNEY-PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR:
The represents the People of the State of California in criminal and civil proceedings, serves the court and criminal justice system, and the Orange County Grand Jury. The mission of the Office of the Orange County District Attorney is to enhance public safety and welfare and to protect and respect crime victims and to create security in the community through the vigorous enforcement of criminal and civil laws in a just, honest, efficient and ethical manner. The Office consists of three major divisions: Legal, Investigative Bureau, and Administration.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Research Manager will be responsible for:
NOTE: This is a data research and working manager position, not a policy driving/writing position.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES:
In addition to the minimum experience and education requirements, the ideal candidate will possess experience working in a legal/law enforcement setting as well as demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and experience listed in all the competencies below:
Research Experience:
Possession of bachelor's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Research, Psychology or other Social Sciences or Administration field with documented statistical research focus
Extensive experience in conducting applied research in a criminal justice or social science
setting
Experience in preparing concise written and oral reports summarizing complex data and
information for non-technical personnel
Experience supervising and/or providing guidance to other staff carrying out research and
evaluation activities
Technical Knowledge:
Principles and methods of research design, including sampling and testing of hypotheses
Principles and methods of descriptive and inferential statistics including probability theory,
sampling techniques, statistical correlation, frequency distribution, reliability and validity
criteria and regression analysis
Methods of organizing statistical information into reports, tabulations, charts and graphs
Principles and theories of a scientific, technical or professional field as they apply to criminal justice
Knowledge of current Federal, State, and local legislation, policies, regulations and issues that pertain to the Office of the Orange County District Attorney
Leadership:
Uses creativity and innovation in achieving business objectives by planning and developing projects to be safe, efficient and effective
Works collaboratively with staff to align personal development and goal achievement with
business objectives
Builds effective working relationships inside and outside the organization
Employment experience performing data compilation, analysis and leading research projects with teams of more than one
Effective Communication:
Promotes open, candid information sharing across organizational boundaries in working
with other law enforcement agencies, County, State and Federal agencies
Presents ideas and material clearly, concisely, logically and persuasively both orally and in
writing
Effectively communicates in individual interviews and group discussions requiring
persuasion, counseling and instruction
Advises supervisor and other management staff regarding the mission of the research unit
and the objectives, methodology, time requirements and feasibility of major research
projects
Recommends new projects and explains their contributions to operational objectives
Planning and Organization:
Manages time wisely and effectively prioritizes multiple, competing tasks
Plans, organizes and directs research projects to determine the effect of, and need for,
various County programs
Directs the design of research models, development and selection of statistical and
analytical methods, collection and interpretation of field data and development of findings
and recommendations
Makes efficient use of the organization's resources and promotes flexibility by planning for
the effects of organizational change internally, and develops projects that recognize
potential change in legislation and/or regulation impacting law enforcement
Problem Solving & Decision-Making:
Individual can detect problems and take effective corrective action; demonstrates excellent judgment when working with department standards and the public; shows the ability to make effective decisions when completing projects and assignments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Research, Policy and QA Managerclassification as well as the physical and mental requirements and the environmental and working conditions.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
District Attorney Human Resources will screen all applications in order to identify the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step of the selection process.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%): Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each applicant's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job.
Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, District Attorney Human Resources will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Based on the Department's needs, the recruitment process above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Veterans Employment Preference:The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) to review the policy.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates under consideration for hire by the District Attorney-Public Administrator will be required to pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the department.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For additional questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Lynda Phan at or
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Administrative Management *
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as:
*Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans.
Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01
You are required to provide full and complete responses to the questions asked. The information you provide will be evaluated and rated to determine your qualifications, so please be descriptive and include all information requested in your responses. Failure to do so will result in an automatic "disqualification." Incomplete information will result in a lower score. NOTE: Responses such "see resume" or copy and paste of work experience are not a qualifying response and will not be scored. Supplemental questions are designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. Your qualifications for this position will be rated based on the information that you supply. Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. If you do not have experience in an area, please write "N/A" for the appropriate questions. All employers referenced on this questionnaire must be listed on your application. I have read and understand the importance on answering the following questions.
02
Describe your knowledge and experience in conducting research and program evaluation in criminal justice or related social science areas. Cite examples and be specific about your role and responsibilities.
03
Describe your experience in working with program and operations staff to design and carryout research evaluations. In your response, indicate what the program goal was and giveexamples of the types of activities you carried out with the program staff.
04
Describe your experiences in supervising and/or providing oversight on the work of others.
05
Describe your experience in completing written and oral presentations to managers andothers in key decision-making positions.
06
Please list your education/training specific to research and program evaluationmethodology and statistics as well as in supervision, management and leadership in thefollowing format: Course Title, Institution, Units/Hours and Date Completed.
Required Question
Location : Orange County
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 8298MA-1223-026 (O)
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 12/05/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
CAREER DESCRIPTION
RESEARCH, POLICY, AND QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER (RESEARCH MANAGER)
SALARY INFORMATION
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:
Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase
Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Orange County District Attorney's Office and may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Online applications will be accepted
for a minimum of five (5) business days, and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 P.M. PST on the day the County's needs are met.
All applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this bulletin can close at any time without notice.
DISTRICT ATTORNEY-PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR:
The represents the People of the State of California in criminal and civil proceedings, serves the court and criminal justice system, and the Orange County Grand Jury. The mission of the Office of the Orange County District Attorney is to enhance public safety and welfare and to protect and respect crime victims and to create security in the community through the vigorous enforcement of criminal and civil laws in a just, honest, efficient and ethical manner. The Office consists of three major divisions: Legal, Investigative Bureau, and Administration.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Research Manager will be responsible for:
- Leading research projects, programs, and units as directed by management by drafting proposals, selecting research methods, supervising teams, including other project managers, and presenting findings;
- Identifying areas for department improvement and developing research methodologies and data to meet those needs;
- Staying abreast with latest developments in research methodologies, technologies and changes in the law that will necessitate data collection, analysis and presentation;
- Collecting, analyzing and developing statistical reports and information to provide valid measurements of crime, criminal justice process, and office operations;
- Establishing and maintaining processes to ensure data integrity;
- Providing oversight on research projects and ongoing program evaluations from conceptualization to final outcome.
- Collaborating with other criminal justice entities and stakeholders in the exchange of information and data for the performance and assessment of criminal justice function; and
- Collaborating key information to internal and external stakeholders in planning strategic initiatives and in implementing new programs
NOTE: This is a data research and working manager position, not a policy driving/writing position.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES:
In addition to the minimum experience and education requirements, the ideal candidate will possess experience working in a legal/law enforcement setting as well as demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and experience listed in all the competencies below:
Research Experience:
Possession of bachelor's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Research, Psychology or other Social Sciences or Administration field with documented statistical research focus
Extensive experience in conducting applied research in a criminal justice or social science
setting
Experience in preparing concise written and oral reports summarizing complex data and
information for non-technical personnel
Experience supervising and/or providing guidance to other staff carrying out research and
evaluation activities
Technical Knowledge:
Principles and methods of research design, including sampling and testing of hypotheses
Principles and methods of descriptive and inferential statistics including probability theory,
sampling techniques, statistical correlation, frequency distribution, reliability and validity
criteria and regression analysis
Methods of organizing statistical information into reports, tabulations, charts and graphs
Principles and theories of a scientific, technical or professional field as they apply to criminal justice
Knowledge of current Federal, State, and local legislation, policies, regulations and issues that pertain to the Office of the Orange County District Attorney
Leadership:
Uses creativity and innovation in achieving business objectives by planning and developing projects to be safe, efficient and effective
Works collaboratively with staff to align personal development and goal achievement with
business objectives
Builds effective working relationships inside and outside the organization
Employment experience performing data compilation, analysis and leading research projects with teams of more than one
Effective Communication:
Promotes open, candid information sharing across organizational boundaries in working
with other law enforcement agencies, County, State and Federal agencies
Presents ideas and material clearly, concisely, logically and persuasively both orally and in
writing
Effectively communicates in individual interviews and group discussions requiring
persuasion, counseling and instruction
Advises supervisor and other management staff regarding the mission of the research unit
and the objectives, methodology, time requirements and feasibility of major research
projects
Recommends new projects and explains their contributions to operational objectives
Planning and Organization:
Manages time wisely and effectively prioritizes multiple, competing tasks
Plans, organizes and directs research projects to determine the effect of, and need for,
various County programs
Directs the design of research models, development and selection of statistical and
analytical methods, collection and interpretation of field data and development of findings
and recommendations
Makes efficient use of the organization's resources and promotes flexibility by planning for
the effects of organizational change internally, and develops projects that recognize
potential change in legislation and/or regulation impacting law enforcement
Problem Solving & Decision-Making:
Individual can detect problems and take effective corrective action; demonstrates excellent judgment when working with department standards and the public; shows the ability to make effective decisions when completing projects and assignments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Research, Policy and QA Managerclassification as well as the physical and mental requirements and the environmental and working conditions.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
District Attorney Human Resources will screen all applications in order to identify the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step of the selection process.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%): Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each applicant's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job.
Eligible List: Once the assessment has been completed, District Attorney Human Resources will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Based on the Department's needs, the recruitment process above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Veterans Employment Preference:The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) to review the policy.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates under consideration for hire by the District Attorney-Public Administrator will be required to pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the department.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For additional questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Lynda Phan at or
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Administrative Management *
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as:
- Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
- Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time
- Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums
- Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy
- Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy
- Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs
- 457 Defined Contribution Program
*Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans.
Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01
You are required to provide full and complete responses to the questions asked. The information you provide will be evaluated and rated to determine your qualifications, so please be descriptive and include all information requested in your responses. Failure to do so will result in an automatic "disqualification." Incomplete information will result in a lower score. NOTE: Responses such "see resume" or copy and paste of work experience are not a qualifying response and will not be scored. Supplemental questions are designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. Your qualifications for this position will be rated based on the information that you supply. Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. If you do not have experience in an area, please write "N/A" for the appropriate questions. All employers referenced on this questionnaire must be listed on your application. I have read and understand the importance on answering the following questions.
- Yes, I understand
02
Describe your knowledge and experience in conducting research and program evaluation in criminal justice or related social science areas. Cite examples and be specific about your role and responsibilities.
03
Describe your experience in working with program and operations staff to design and carryout research evaluations. In your response, indicate what the program goal was and giveexamples of the types of activities you carried out with the program staff.
04
Describe your experiences in supervising and/or providing oversight on the work of others.
05
Describe your experience in completing written and oral presentations to managers andothers in key decision-making positions.
06
Please list your education/training specific to research and program evaluationmethodology and statistics as well as in supervision, management and leadership in thefollowing format: Course Title, Institution, Units/Hours and Date Completed.
Required Question