Research Consultant II
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluates all aspects of research projects, project findings, and operational data regarding technical merits and implications, including usage analytics, adoption metrics, and post-launch ROI.
- Designs, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects; determines appropriate methodologies, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools, such as designing stakeholder feedback surveys and extracting system data.
- Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations for the Feedback & Improvement stage to inform future project intakes.
- Facilitates 5 Whys root cause analysis sessions to diagnose system or process bottlenecks.
- Affords assistance to the Systems & Decision Lead in calculating and maintaining RICE priority scores (Reach, Impact, Confidence, Effort) for the project pipeline.
- Regularly presents final recommendations and issues directly to senior management, division leaders, and T&I process owners.
- Develops and recommends approaches for implementation of policies, position papers, programs, regulations, etc.
- Interprets, clarifies, explains and applies agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc.
Qualifications
- Evaluates all aspects of research projects, project findings, and operational data regarding technical merits and implications, including usage analytics, adoption metrics, and post-launch ROI.
- Designs, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects; determines appropriate methodologies, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools, such as designing stakeholder feedback surveys and extracting system data.
- Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations for the Feedback & Improvement stage to inform future project intakes.
- Facilitates 5 Whys root cause analysis sessions to diagnose system or process bottlenecks.
- Affords assistance to the Systems & Decision Lead in calculating and maintaining RICE priority scores (Reach, Impact, Confidence, Effort) for the project pipeline.
- Regularly presents final recommendations and issues directly to senior management, division leaders, and T&I process owners.
- Develops and recommends approaches for implementation of policies, position papers, programs, regulations, etc.
- Interprets, clarifies, explains and applies agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc.
About The Role
Location – 8523 South Redwood Rd West Jordan, Utah, 84088 United States
Background Check Required – A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Benefits
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Agency
The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.