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Research and Planning Director

The Research and Planning Director is responsible for leading and overseeing the research, analysis, and planning functions within a state government department. This critical role involves developing and executing strategic plans, conducting policy analysis, coordinating research efforts, and providing data-driven insights to inform decision-making, enhance program effectiveness, and guide the department's future direction. The Research and Planning Director ensures that research and planning activities are aligned with state priorities, legal requirements, and best practices, contributing to the agency's long-term success and public service goals.

Class Code:

PRQ01C

Job Grade:

SPC06

Special Job Requirements:

Typical Functions:

Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of long-term strategic plans for the department, ensuring alignment with the state’s goals and priorities. Collaborate with department leadership and external stakeholders to set objectives and define the strategies required to achieve them. Conduct needs assessments and analysis to inform strategic planning and policy development. Oversee and direct comprehensive research efforts to collect, analyze, and interpret data relevant to the department’s programs and services. Identify key data points and trends to inform decision-making, policy recommendations, and program evaluations. Develop research methodologies and frameworks that ensure the collection of high-quality, reliable data. Conduct impact assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs and suggest improvements. Prepare reports with policy recommendations and insights based on research findings, providing actionable solutions to leadership and external stakeholders. Ensure that the department’s programs meet established performance benchmarks, and make recommendations for enhancements based on evaluation results. Lead a team of researchers, analysts, and planners, providing direction, mentorship, and support to enhance the team’s skills and performance.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Strong ability to conduct complex research and analysis, synthesizing data from various sources to provide insightful and actionable recommendations. Excellent problem-solving skills to address challenges and identify opportunities for improvement based on research and data findings. Skilled in resource management, prioritization, and decision-making to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. Skilled in crafting clear, concise reports, policy recommendations, and presentations for stakeholders at all levels, including department leadership, elected officials, and the public. Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders, government agencies, and other departments. Highly detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accuracy in research, data analysis, and reporting. Ability to ensure that all planning processes, documentation, and records are complete and accurate.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, planning, economics, statistics, or a related field, plus 4 (four) years of experience in research, strategic planning, policy analysis, or program evaluation is required.

Required Certificates:

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Exempt:

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