OCERS
Supervising Research Analyst (Law Enforcement)
OCERS, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
SUPERVISING RESEARCH ANALYST (LAW ENFORCEMENT)
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate’s qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days, closing on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
PROBATION DEPARTMENT OC Probation assists the criminal justice system in Orange County, California by making a safer Orange County through positive change. Under the direction of the Chief Probation Officer, the Probation Department is comprised of three bureaus: Adult Operations, Juvenile Operations, and Operations Support. As a public safety agency, the Department serves the community using efficient and research‑supported corrections practices to reduce crime, assist the Courts in managing clients, promote lawful and productive lifestyles, and assist victims.
OPPORTUNITY OC Probation is seeking a highly‑skilled Supervising Research Analyst, who will supervise, coordinate, and design research and evaluation projects. The position will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing research‑supported projects; designing and selecting analysis and data management methodologies; and generating reports with appropriate interpretation, findings, and recommendations for quality improvement. This position requires extensive research skills, knowledge of the unique limitations in conducting research on potentially vulnerable populations, and a background in criminal justice.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise, train, assign projects, and conduct performance evaluations for all Research Analysts within the Probation Department
Oversee Research Analyst and Senior Research Analyst research projects; write and approve evaluation plans, and develop business intelligence reports
Represent the Probation Department in multi‑agency collaborative programs with research components
Conduct project management for new, high‑profile, and/or major research projects, in addition to managing quality assurance of deliverables such as evaluation and statistical reports prior to release
Act as data manager for key programs involving multiple agencies, and coordinate the collection of data for responses to Public Records Act requests (as applicable)
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in conducting applied research, preferably in a criminal justice or social science setting, and will possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in criminal justice, mathematics, sociology, psychology, or other related field. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of evaluation methods, research design, and statistical analysis, as well as the ability to organize statistical information at both the program and individual client levels.
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Understanding of and hands‑on experience with complex statistical analysis, research design, and methods of organizing information into reports using tables, charts, and graphs
Conduct complex professional/technical research and analysis, such as descriptive and inferential statistics, including probability theory, sampling techniques, statistical correlation, frequency distribution, reliability and variability criteria, and regression analysis
Manage large quantities of data and multi‑level outcomes across diverse programs with attention to detail regarding data accuracy, quality, and integrity
Analyze, interpret, and report program/participant data for various audiences
Methods of data extraction, quality assurance, and management
OC Probation’s Integrated Case Management System (ICMS), including underlying tables
Evidence‑based practices as they relate to criminal justice
Utilize SPSS or other statistical software to perform complex statistical analysis
Utilize the following software applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Power BI, ArcGIS, and Microsoft SQL Server
Knowledge of current Federal, State, and local legislation, policies, regulations, and issues that pertain to the Probation department
SUPERVISION & LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Providing technical guidance to support staff in conducting statistical analysis and reporting
Holding self and staff accountable for high‑quality and timely work
Applying a comprehensive perspective to achieve division goals and objectives
Identifying team roles and taking responsibility for appropriate staffing and staffing duties under minimal direction
Acting as a lead to staff, projects, and/or workgroups with a high degree of self‑motivation
Supervising, training, and evaluating the performance of subordinate staff
Working independently with minimal supervision
PROBLEM SOLVING & ANALYTICAL SKILLS
Detecting, analyzing, and resolving issues in a timely manner, using good judgment, technical expertise, and decision‑making skills, while dealing with changing priorities
Balancing a large number of projects and consistently delivering timely and accurate results while addressing changing priorities
Selecting appropriate performance measures and outcomes to track and measure results
Developing and proposing solutions and implementing practices that meet business needs
Demonstrates good judgment; accurately defines problems/issues, and evaluates and recommends solutions
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Communicates and interacts clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with all levels of staff
Builds and maintains productive relationships with various levels of management, peers, and staff
Disseminates information in a logical, clear, and concise manner to explain research methodologies to various types of audiences
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Supervising Research Analyst classification.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS The Probation Department requires that all candidates undergo an extensive background investigation process to the satisfaction of the Department. Candidates must successfully clear it prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of the background investigation.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify the most qualified applicants. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required.
CONTACT INFORMATION For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Aerie de la Cruz at (714) 645‑7051 or patricia.delacruz@prob.ocgov.com.
EEO STATEMENT Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Veterans Employment Preference – The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration to veterans and their eligible spouses. Please click here (download PDF reader) to review the policy.
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This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days, closing on Friday, November 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
PROBATION DEPARTMENT OC Probation assists the criminal justice system in Orange County, California by making a safer Orange County through positive change. Under the direction of the Chief Probation Officer, the Probation Department is comprised of three bureaus: Adult Operations, Juvenile Operations, and Operations Support. As a public safety agency, the Department serves the community using efficient and research‑supported corrections practices to reduce crime, assist the Courts in managing clients, promote lawful and productive lifestyles, and assist victims.
OPPORTUNITY OC Probation is seeking a highly‑skilled Supervising Research Analyst, who will supervise, coordinate, and design research and evaluation projects. The position will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing research‑supported projects; designing and selecting analysis and data management methodologies; and generating reports with appropriate interpretation, findings, and recommendations for quality improvement. This position requires extensive research skills, knowledge of the unique limitations in conducting research on potentially vulnerable populations, and a background in criminal justice.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise, train, assign projects, and conduct performance evaluations for all Research Analysts within the Probation Department
Oversee Research Analyst and Senior Research Analyst research projects; write and approve evaluation plans, and develop business intelligence reports
Represent the Probation Department in multi‑agency collaborative programs with research components
Conduct project management for new, high‑profile, and/or major research projects, in addition to managing quality assurance of deliverables such as evaluation and statistical reports prior to release
Act as data manager for key programs involving multiple agencies, and coordinate the collection of data for responses to Public Records Act requests (as applicable)
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in conducting applied research, preferably in a criminal justice or social science setting, and will possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in criminal justice, mathematics, sociology, psychology, or other related field. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of evaluation methods, research design, and statistical analysis, as well as the ability to organize statistical information at both the program and individual client levels.
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
Understanding of and hands‑on experience with complex statistical analysis, research design, and methods of organizing information into reports using tables, charts, and graphs
Conduct complex professional/technical research and analysis, such as descriptive and inferential statistics, including probability theory, sampling techniques, statistical correlation, frequency distribution, reliability and variability criteria, and regression analysis
Manage large quantities of data and multi‑level outcomes across diverse programs with attention to detail regarding data accuracy, quality, and integrity
Analyze, interpret, and report program/participant data for various audiences
Methods of data extraction, quality assurance, and management
OC Probation’s Integrated Case Management System (ICMS), including underlying tables
Evidence‑based practices as they relate to criminal justice
Utilize SPSS or other statistical software to perform complex statistical analysis
Utilize the following software applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Power BI, ArcGIS, and Microsoft SQL Server
Knowledge of current Federal, State, and local legislation, policies, regulations, and issues that pertain to the Probation department
SUPERVISION & LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Providing technical guidance to support staff in conducting statistical analysis and reporting
Holding self and staff accountable for high‑quality and timely work
Applying a comprehensive perspective to achieve division goals and objectives
Identifying team roles and taking responsibility for appropriate staffing and staffing duties under minimal direction
Acting as a lead to staff, projects, and/or workgroups with a high degree of self‑motivation
Supervising, training, and evaluating the performance of subordinate staff
Working independently with minimal supervision
PROBLEM SOLVING & ANALYTICAL SKILLS
Detecting, analyzing, and resolving issues in a timely manner, using good judgment, technical expertise, and decision‑making skills, while dealing with changing priorities
Balancing a large number of projects and consistently delivering timely and accurate results while addressing changing priorities
Selecting appropriate performance measures and outcomes to track and measure results
Developing and proposing solutions and implementing practices that meet business needs
Demonstrates good judgment; accurately defines problems/issues, and evaluates and recommends solutions
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Communicates and interacts clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with all levels of staff
Builds and maintains productive relationships with various levels of management, peers, and staff
Disseminates information in a logical, clear, and concise manner to explain research methodologies to various types of audiences
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Supervising Research Analyst classification.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS The Probation Department requires that all candidates undergo an extensive background investigation process to the satisfaction of the Department. Candidates must successfully clear it prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of the background investigation.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify the most qualified applicants. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the County may be required.
CONTACT INFORMATION For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Aerie de la Cruz at (714) 645‑7051 or patricia.delacruz@prob.ocgov.com.
EEO STATEMENT Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Veterans Employment Preference – The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration to veterans and their eligible spouses. Please click here (download PDF reader) to review the policy.
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