Program Analyst 3

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Program Analyst 3 to shape statewide indigent defense initiatives. Responsibilities include analyzing data, guiding program development, and supporting advisory committees for improved justice access.

Role involves grant oversight, reporting, and coordinating planning tasks with a focus on measurable outcomes and compliance. Telework options may apply; standard hours are 8–4, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Analytical experience in program evaluation and recommendations.
• Experience with grant oversight or compliance.
• Ability to work with advisory committees and develop metrics.

Responsibilities

• Committee Support: Provide staff assistance to the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee and its subcommittees
• Program Analysis: Conduct evaluations of indigent defense programs and prepare reports with findings and recommendations
• Grant Oversight: Monitor assigned grants, review program reports, and offer guidance to ensure compliance
• Project Management: Coordinate required deliverables and manage key planning and implementation tasks
• Data Assessment: Develop metrics, gather information, and analyze results to measure program impact
• Technical Assistance: Provide resources and support to grantees to address challenges and improve outcomes

Skills

Data analysis

Policy analysis

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Grant oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

THE POSITION

As a Program Analyst 3 with the Commission on Crime and Delinquency, you will play a key part in shaping programs that support fair access to justice. This role combines research, planning, and collaboration to guide positive change. Your work will help identify needs and strengthen statewide services. This position is a strong fit for someone who wants to support thoughtful, data-driven solutions.

THE POSITION

As a Program Analyst 3 with the Commission on Crime and Delinquency, you will play a key part in shaping programs that support fair access to justice. This role combines research, planning, and collaboration to guide positive change. Your work will help identify needs and strengthen statewide services. This position is a strong fit for someone who wants to support thoughtful, data-driven solutions.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports statewide indigent defense initiatives by analyzing data, guiding program development, and assisting advisory committees. As a Program Analyst 3, you will perform the following duties:

• Committee Support: Provide staff assistance to the Indigent Defense Advisory Committee and its subcommittees
• Program Analysis: Conduct evaluations of indigent defense programs and prepare reports with findings and recommendations
• Grant Oversight: Monitor assigned grants, review program reports, and offer guidance to ensure compliance
• Project Management: Coordinate required deliverables and manage key planning and implementation tasks
• Data Assessment: Develop metrics, gather information, and analyze results to measure program impact
• Technical Assistance: Provide resources and support to grantees to address challenges and improve outcomes

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Program Analyst 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of analytical experience, two of which include professional experience in program evaluation and the development of program recommendations, and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
• your score may be lower than deserved.
• you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.