DATA ANALYST (MPA III)

Full Job Description

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION IN THE FULTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFIC

DATA ANALYST

POSITION SUMMARY:

The DATA ANALYST is responsible for collecting, compiling, analyzing, and reporting operational and strategic data across the Sheriff's Office.

This includes jail facility issues, maintenance tracking, daily operational metrics, and agency-wide statistics.

The DATA ANALYST develops dashboards, creates databases, improves data workflows, and trains staff on reporting tools and best practices.

This role supports data-driven decision-making and collaborates with jail administrators, command staff, and IT personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Collection & Compilation

• Gather and validate data from jail management systems, maintenance logs, CAD/RMS, HR systems, and external databases
• Monitor and document jail facility issues and maintenance requests
• Compile daily operational metrics including inmate population, bookings/releases, incidents, and staffing
• Collect agency-wide statistics including patrol activity, arrests, and investigations

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze trends in jail operations, staffing, maintenance, and incident rates
• Generate daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports for command staff and stakeholders
• Develop predictive models to identify operational risks or resource gaps
• Support grant applications, audits, and compliance reviews with statistical data

Dashboard & Database Development

• Design and maintain dashboards for jail operations, maintenance, and agency performance
• Build and manage relational databases for long-term data storage and retrieval
• Automate data pipelines and reporting processes
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance

Collaboration & Training

• Work with data stewards to standardize data formats and improve quality
• Train staff on ad-hoc reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, Crystal Reports)
• Liaise with IT to resolve data access or reporting issues
• Participate in cross-functional teams to improve data governance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Information Systems, or related field
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in data analysis, area of assignment and preferably in public sector or justice agency
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Public Policy, or related field
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, R)
• Familiarity with Crystal Reports, SSRS, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of CJIS compliance, HIPAA, and public records standards preferred
• Prior experience in a Sheriff's Office or correctional facility
• Experience with jail management systems and law enforcement databases

Working Conditions

• Office-based with occasional visits to jail facilities or operational units
• May require flexible hours to meet reporting deadlines or support emergency operations
• Must pass background check and maintain CJIS clearance

Requirements

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to coordinate special projects and conduct research and analysis of various departmental functions and operations.

Work at this level is of a responsible, technical or professional level relative to a supporting role in the management of a division, department, or operation, but without supervisory or managerial responsibilities.

Work at this level is of a responsible, technical or professional level relative to a supporting role in the management of the County or a significant department, but without supervisory or managerial responsibilities.

All authority and autonomy inherent in this classification is at the discretion of and delegated by a Department Director or Division Administrator.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Conducts operational research, productivity analyses and management studies to assist in the management of departmental operations, programs, and services: compiles and/or monitors various administrative and statistical data pertaining to divisional operations; researches information pertinent to task or project; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares or generates reports; makes recommendations for changes in policies and procedures to improve operations, provide more responsive service, and/or optimize the use of resources; and develops recommendations for changes in departmental policies and procedures; and provides technical assistance and information to management to aide decision making.

Performs financial reviews and analyses for the department: compiles and evaluates operational data and cost histories; monitors and reviews billing activities, expenditures, and financial reports; conducts detailed cost analysis; makes recommendations to improve cost and operational effectiveness; and participates in budget development.

Coordinates special projects for the department, including the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of moderate construction/maintenance projects, management studies, introduction of new programs, and various professional services: assists in defining the scope of the project; identifies and recommends proper allocation of financial, material, and human resources committed to the project; formulates solutions and resolves problems; facilitates implementation of the project; and provides administrative support to the project as needed.

Work at this level is usually relegated to coordination of the department's participation in major, county-wide projects, and serves in a secondary or subordinate role to the designated construction manager for large capital improvement projects.

Oversees professional contractors and/or consultants providing services for projects: participates in the evaluation and selection of contractors/consultants; interfaces with and monitors the contractors/consultants to ensure timely and quality completion of project; facilitates cooperation with the project throughout the organization; and provides information and support as needed.

Assists the department managers with strategic and long-range planning for departmental operations: participates in planning efforts at the local and regional level; keeps Director apprised of developments at the state and federal level that impact the department; monitors pending legislation for impact on operations; oversee compliance with new legislation.

Administers grants for various state and federally funded programs: compiles and submits grant applications; researches funding sources and program opportunities; assists departments with grant activities; monitors and ensures compliance with all requirements for awarded grants.

Responds to complaints and questions related to county or department operations, activities, or other issues: provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution; and works with supervisors and managers to ensure effective coordination and cooperation across units.

Represents the director and department at various meetings, functions, and events: serves as a liaison to various civic or governmental organizations and committees, taskforces, boards, and commissions; confers regularly with officials from the state, authorities, and commissions; provides information about departmental operations; participates in discussions and decisions; and keeps the director apprised of activities.

Additional Functions:

Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:*All applicants must agree to and successfully pass a background investigation, drug screening and polygraph to be considered for employment with the Fulton County Sheriff's Office.* EXAMINATION:The examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, accomplished by analysis of the application.

Application must document that the applicant possesses the minimum knowledge, skills, education and experience as listed to be rated as qualified.

If selected, an official, accredited college transcript is required, at time of employment, for all degrees/course work used to qualify for this position.ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE SUBMITTED.

PLEASE REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS FOR ACCURACY AND MAKE ALL CORRECTIONS BEFORE SUBMITTAL BECAUSE ERRORS CAN RESULT IN NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data using established criteria. Includes exercising discretion in determining actual or probable consequences and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence over others in coordinating activities of a project, program, or designated area of responsibility.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

Additional Information

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, genetics, age, disability or sexual orientation.