Research Analyst 2 (12-1404)

Public Safety; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Public Safety seeks a dedicated professional to support the Public Information Request and Research Unit (PIRRU) in processing Alaska Public Records Act requests. You will work with the public and diverse agencies to ensure thorough and accurate responses while protecting privacy rights.

You will engage with incident files, multimedia evidence, and data projects to enhance research capabilities and transparency across the department.

Qualifications

• Gathers, analyzes, maintains, and disseminates data to support public records requests.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely for diverse audiences.
• Gathers information, evaluates results, and applies sound judgment in research tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review and process incident files; review photo, audio, and video evidence.
• Assist with public information requests under Alaska Public Records Act.
• Collaborate with public, media, and other agencies to fulfill requests while protecting privacy rights.
• Contribute to data projects and improve research skills.

Skills

Customer service

Written communication

Adaptability

Analysis

Problem solving

Technical competence

Education

Education or experience in investigative research or statistical analysis

Job description

Job Description

This recruitment is open only to current Department of Public Safety employees or those having transfer or rehire rights to this job classification

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Located within the Public Information Request and Research Unit (PIRRU), this position is responsible for fulfilling public information requests submitted under the Alaska Public Records Act to the Department of Public Safety and assisting with data and research projects. The successful applicant will routinely work with members of the public and other government agencies to ensure that requests are completed thoroughly and accurately. By interfacing with the public, media, other police departments, law firms, and other requesters you will ensure that our government remains transparent while upholding the privacy rights of Alaskans. You will regularly have the opportunity to contribute to data projects and improve research skills.

• This position involves reviewing and processing incident files; photo, audio, and video evidence involving sexual assault, sexual abuse of minors, assault, suicide, homicides, etc

OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:

DPS strives to preserve peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. As a member of DPS you will be instrumental in ensuring this mission is met by adhering to the Alaska Public Records Act, and other applicable statutes, regulations, and court decisions. You will contribute directly to the department’s goals of increasing transparency and trust with the public and supporting public safety across the state of Alaska.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:

As a member of one of the most unique law enforcement agencies in the nation, you will be part of a team that embraces the core values of loyalty, integrity, courage, compassion, leadership, and accountability to serve Alaska.

This position will enjoy impactful work, be part of a team of highly dedicated and professional individuals and establish partnerships and working relationships throughout DPS and other state, local, and federal departments.

Our team is highly collaborative and encourages career advancement and professional development

THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:

This position is in the DPS Headquarters building at 5700 E Tudor Rd, Anchorage. The successful applicant will enjoy a team environment, supportive coworkers, encouragement to explore intellectual curiosity, and opportunities to develop and improve hard and soft skills.

The Chugach Mountains provide the backdrop for the building and ample parking is available, public transportation drop points are located directly in front of the building and paved trails are located next to the building.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Customer Service

: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

Written Communication

: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.

Adaptability

: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.

The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team.

More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website:

http://dps.alaska.gov/

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in

Analysis and Assessment:

Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.

Problem Solving:

Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Technical Competence:

Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

equivalent to those typically gained by:

Education and/or progressively responsible experiencewhich included investigativeresearchor statistical analysis.

Special Note:

“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.

“Typically gained by” means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.

“Training” and “education” in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.

“Progressively responsible” means indicating growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.

Additional Required Information

C

OVER LETTER

A cover letter is NOT required for this position.

Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

AT TIME OF INTERVIEW:

Copies of all college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), if being used to meet the minimum qualification

A list of three (3) professional references including daytime telephone number and email address; at least two (2) of these must be from a current or former supervisor.

Professional is defined as a supervisor or an individual who has direct knowledge of your work performance.

BACKGROUND CHECK

This position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.

CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT

The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university rep