Part-Time Data Officer (Data Analyst)

City of Norfolk; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Norfolk is seeking a part-time Data Officer for the Norfolk Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. You will coordinate data collection, secure transfers, and liaise with the Harvard Access 2 Justice Lab to support confidentiality-compliant research activities.

Responsibilities include gathering case-file information, managing data transmission, drafting confidentiality agreements, and tracking project milestones while supporting data analysis and triage scoring tool development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; two to three bullet points summarize responsibilities.
• One year of full-time equivalent data analysis or related analytical work.
• Experience with data collection, manipulation, analysis, and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interviews between A2J Lab and NCA decision-makers to identify variables.
• Collect retrospective case file and court data and share securely with A2J Lab.
• Manage secure file transfer mechanisms and ensure confidentiality.
• Assist in confidentiality agreements between NCA and A2J Lab and related entities.
• Collect and transmit additional data points as identified during the project.
• Maintain records of data collection, transmission, and milestones.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data management

Confidentiality protocols

Stakeholder collaboration

Attention to detail

Software proficiency

Secure file transfer tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Secure file transfer tools

Job description

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.

The Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney (CWA) office is partnering with the Harvard Access 2 Justice Lab to conduct a randomized control trial field evaluation and research project. The CWA is seeking to hire a part-time data officer to serve as a critical liaison between The CWA’s Office and the Harvard Access 2 Justice Lab, coordinating all data-related responsibilities. The Data Officer will facilitate communication, data collection, and secure data transfer, ensuring compliance with confidentiality protocols and supporting the development and validation of triage scoring tools.

Departmental Hiring Salary: $22.00 per hour

This position works at the will of the Commonwealth's Attorney

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and facilitate interviews between A2J Lab and NCA key decision-makers to identify variables for classification/allocation decisions.
• Collect retrospective case file information and corresponding court record data from previous cases, and securely identify and share with A2J Lab.
• Manage secure file transfer mechanisms for all data exchanges, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with agreements.
• Assist in the development and execution of confidentiality agreements between NCA and A2J Lab, and facilitate conversations with other entities (e.g., courts) as needed.
• Collect and transmit additional data points as identified during the project, using secure methods.
• Maintain accurate records of data collection, transmission, and project milestones.

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience performing professional-level data analysis or related analytical work. Experience should include data manipulation, analysis, visualization, and use of analytical or business intelligence tools.

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Experience in data management, research coordination, or related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with confidentiality protocols and secure data transfer methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Proficiency with relevant software and secure file transfer tools

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM