Research Specialist III
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onYoung Road, Walker County, Texas, 77320, United States
About the Role
This position performs complex research work within the Texas State Auditor's Office, focusing on the fiscal, administrative, and program functions of offender medical care. The role involves developing, performing, and evaluating specialized research projects while training others. Working under limited supervision, the incumbent exercises moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment to analyze offender medical care grievances and third-party complaint data.
Day in the Life
You will collect, compile, and analyze data sets using statistical methods and relational databases to monitor quality of care and identify trends. A significant portion of the work involves preparing comprehensive statistical reports and analyses regarding the nature of grievances, response timeframes, and quality issues. You will also assist in designing computer programs, maintaining data storage systems, and conducting data quality assurance procedures to ensure the integrity of research projects and responses to legislative inquiries.
Hiring Process
Applications must be submitted through the official state system; handwritten forms, emails, mail, or faxes are not accepted. The application must be completely filled out with a full employment history, including job titles, employer names, dates, supervisor contact information, and a detailed description of duties. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the official application unless explicitly stated.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please inform the hiring representative with sufficient advance notice. Outside applicants selected for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing.
Equal Opportunity
The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Young Road, Walker County, Texas, 77320, United States
Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePrepare statistical reports and analyses related to program functions and response timeframes
- check_circlePrepare and document data structures and definitions for research projects
- check_circleAssist in creating and designing computer programs and maintaining data storage systems
- check_circleAssist with the design, execution, analysis, and reporting of special investigations
- check_circleConduct data quality assurance procedures and maintain quality control of research content
- check_circleUse statistical methods and relational databases for trend analysis and quality of care monitoring
- check_circleCollect, compile, research, and analyze offender medical care grievances and complaint data
- check_circleOrganize, assign, and review the work of others while providing training and technical assistance
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree from accredited college
- verified4 years full-time research, database, data analysis, or technical writing experience
- verifiedKnowledge of public administration principles
- verifiedKnowledge of research design and evaluation methodologies
- verifiedKnowledge of statistical concepts and methods
- verifiedKnowledge of state and federal laws and regulations
- verifiedKnowledge of measurement, testing, and evaluation procedures
- verifiedSkill to communicate ideas clearly
- verifiedSkill to coordinate with staff and agencies
- verifiedSkill to analyze issues and make recommendations
- verifiedSkill to prepare statistical and narrative reports
Nice to Have
Major course work in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Computer Science, Research, or a related field. Health services administration, program administration, research, clinical assessment, or investigative experience. Teaching or training experience. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent. Knowledge of health care services and documentation. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Relational Database, Data Analysis, Technical Writing, Health Services Administration, Program Administration, Research, Clinical Assessment, Investigative Experience, Microsoft Office Suite, Word Processing.
Education: Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Computer Science, Research, or related field.
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A Research Specialist III at Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is responsible for the following: Prepare statistical reports and analyses related to program functions and response timeframes; Prepare and document data structures and definitions for research projects; Assist in creating and designing computer programs and maintaining data storage systems; and Assist with the design, execution, analysis, and reporting of special investigations.
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Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree from accredited college; 4 years full-time research, database, data analysis, or technical writing experience; Knowledge of public administration principles; Knowledge of research design and evaluation methodologies; Knowledge of statistical concepts and methods; and Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations.
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Research Specialist III at Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is based in Young Road, Walker County, Texas, 77320, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Texas Department Of Criminal Justice has listed this Research Specialist III role as on-site.
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Research Specialist III at Texas Department Of Criminal Justice typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Research Specialist III at Texas Department Of Criminal Justice include Relational Database; Data Analysis; Technical Writing; Health Services Administration; Program Administration; Research; Clinical Assessment; and Investigative Experience.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, Computer Science, Research, or related field.
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Research Specialist III at Texas Department Of Criminal Justice is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.
About Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice operates as the largest state agency in Texas, headquartered in Huntsville. Within the government administration industry, the organization oversees a workforce of over 36,000 public servants dedicated to maintaining public safety and managing the state correctional system. The agency currently manages more than 146,000 offenders across state prisons, state jails, and private correctional facilities that contract with the department.
The organization focuses on promoting positive behavioral changes in offenders and facilitating their reintegration into society. In addition to direct incarceration management, the agency provides funding and oversight for community supervision programs. It is also responsible for supervising individuals released from prison on parole or mandatory supervision. The department aims to assist victims of crime while fulfilling its mandate to ensure public safety throughout the state.
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