RESEARCH & STATISTICS CONSULTANT - 71000688

Requisition No: 854636 

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: RESEARCH & STATISTICS CONSULTANT - 71000688

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 71000688 

Salary:  $66,950.00 

Posting Closing Date: 06/11/2025 

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RESEARCH & STATISTICS CONSULTANT

CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROFESSIONALISM

OFFICE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE EXCELLENCE

**Open-Competitive Opportunity**

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Research and Statistics Consultant will play a critical role in providing data-driven insights and analysis to enhance operations, inform decision-making, and improve overall effectiveness. The Research and Statistics Consultant will collaborate closely with various departments within the agency and external to the agency under the guidance and supervision of the Manager of Criminal Justice Excellence. The Consultant will design research initiatives, collect and manage data utilizing tools such as SQL and SAS, and develop interactive dashboards using Tableau or Power BI to clearly communicate findings. Proficiency in data manipulation, dashboard creation, and effective data presentation is essential for transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive organizational performance.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Performing analytical work requiring ability to capture, clean, analyze and interpret data;
• Creating and maintaining dynamic, interactive dashboards in Tableau or Power BI;
• Translating analytical findings into clear, actionable reports and visualizations that effectively communicate trends and insights to all levels of the organization;
• Creating queries; perform technical programming (SQL/SAS);
• Utilizing a variety of sources to gather relevant data, including internal databases, external repositories, surveys, and interviews;
• Implementing data collection protocols and procedures to maintain data integrity and accuracy;
• Document analytical methodologies, data pipeline workflows, and dashboard development processes to facilitate reproducibility and continuous improvement;
• Monitoring ongoing data trends and recommend enhancements to optimize data collection and reporting practices;
• Providing analytical support for research projects in collaboration with researchers, analysts and other stakeholders as needed; and
• Presenting findings to internal stakeholders, including command staff, officers, and specialized units.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of methods for collection, analysis, and organization of data;
• Ability to manage and organize large datasets, ensuring data integrity, and implementing data quality control measures;
• Ability to analyze complex data sets, identify patterns, and draw conclusions from various sources of information;
• Able to efficiently extract, clean, and analyze complex datasets using SQL and SAS, transforming raw data into meaningful insights;
• Skilled in designing, developing, and maintaining interactive dashboards and visualizations using tools such as Tableau and Power BI;
• Adept at presenting complex data findings through clear, comprehensible charts, graphs, and maps that facilitate informed decision-making;
• Ability to collect, compile, organize, visualize and analyze data-familiarity with databases, statistical software, and other technological tools to manage and analyze large volumes of data efficiently;
• Ability to prepare reports and to visualize data-present complex statistical findings and analysis in clear and comprehensible charts, graphs, maps, and other visualizations;
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing to translating technical data findings into concise reports for non-technical audiences; and
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to align analytical insights with organizational goals.

BASE SALARY:

• $66,950.00

HOW YOU WILL GROW

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:

Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
• Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
• Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 1,900 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

HIRING PROCESS:

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting.  You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

BACKGROUND:

FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting.  This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

NOTES:

Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

REMINDERS:

1. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.
2. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.