DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY

3003 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Salary: $35.1443 hourly / $73,100.144 salary 

Grade: 22

The Analyst Manager assigns and supervises the work of the Office of Child Welfare Investigations (OCWI) Investigative Analysts conducting detailed research and analysis of investigative information. In addition to supervising the team, the Analyst Manager functions as a subject matter expect for OCWI on matters related to A/CJIS and NCIC functions, policy and law. In this capacity, the Analyst Manager functions as Departments (DCS/OCWI) System Security Officer or Assistant System Security Officer.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Provides direction & supervision of the OCWI Investigative Analysts to ensure quality, accuracy and thoroughness of investigative analysis, research, training, and assessments.
  
• Function as security officer for agency specific sources as well as the Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS), System Security Officer. Ensure proper access, use and dissemination of confidential information. Maintain staff compliance via training and audits.
  
• Attend inter-agency meetings as a representative of the analytical unit for the purpose of education, information sharing, MOUs, and for the clarification of roles and responsibilities of OCWI analysts.
  
• Database and SharePoint development for qualitative and quantitative analysis and task tracking and task outcomes (e.g. Kanbans and Huddle Charts).
  
• Keep abreast of new developments, technology, and training in the intelligence/investigative analyst community.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge Of:

• Federal, state and local laws, rules and DCS policies pertaining to investigative duties and responsibilities
  
• Principles and practices in administration and supervision
  
• Child Welfare practices
  
• Assisting with high profile, complex and sensitive investigations
  
• Interpersonal relations; team building; leadership and group problem solving techniques
  
• Long range planning
  
• Executive communication techniques
  
• ACJIS rules and regulations
  
• Dissemination guidelines as it pertains to internal and external databases, such as LiNX, CrimeTracer, and ACJIS
• Current technological trends and advancements, particularly relating to database creation and management, research, and analysis

Skill In:

• Community and public relations/public speaking
  
• Strong verbal and written communication-preparing executive reports
  
• Planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and evaluating complex service programs
  
• Organizational management
  
• Training techniques
• Research and Data Analysis

Ability To:

• Manage/supervise staff with effective leadership and communication
  
• Analyze large volumes of information
  
• Recognize issues/concerns at the inception and take appropriate action
  
• Demonstrate critical thinking
  
• Analyze day to day operations
  
• Problem solve; conflict resolution; resource allocation and usability
  
• Develop, implement and evaluate strategic plans

• Selected candidate must possess: A minimum of (2) years experience as a law enforcement analyst or OCWI Investigative Analyst.
• A minimum of (2) years (sixty credit-hour) post high school education.
  
• Preferred experience: (6) months, or more, as an OCWI Analyst Assistant Manager.

In-state travel is required.

The ability to secure and maintain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and the ability to secure and maintain clearance from the DCS Central Registry.

The ability to secure and maintain level B terminal operator certification for A/CJIS from the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
  
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
  
• 10 paid holidays per year
  
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
  
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
  
• Deferred compensation plan
  
• Wellness plans

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-3141 or by email at ADA@AZDCS.GOV. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.