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Senior Research Analyst
Description of Duties
This is a responsible position involving the analysis and evaluation of statistical data and material relating to improvement and development of existing departmental or agency programs and operations. It may also involve program planning including: facilitation of internal work groups, analysis of relevant data, development of measurable goals and objectives, and monitoring progress during plan implementation. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a senior level staff member with latitude allowed for independent judgment and establishing priorities. Supervision may be exercised over Research Analysts, or other technical and clerical personnel.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree, plus three (3) years of paid full time or its part time equivalent** experience in research analysis, program planning, data collection or program statistical evaluation; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master's degree, plus two (2) years of paid full time or its part time equivalent** experience as defined in (A); OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Policy Analysis, Public Policy Analysis, Mathematics, Psychology or Statistics, with a minimum of eighteen (18) credit hours* in research or quantitative methods, quantitative analysis or statistics; plus one (1) year of paid full time or its part time equivalent** experience as defined in (A); OR,
- An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined within the limits of (A), (B), and (C).
*Required credit hours must be specifically stated on application.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
If you are appointed, you will be required to have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.
