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The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs.

Our Values:

• Integrity

• Common Sense

• Innovation

• Accountability

Position Data:

Program Analyst I-J23-U10-H

Regular

Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)

Overview:

Pay Range: $32.40 - $41.10 per hour (AFSCME-87 Pay Plan, C42 Step 1-13)
Hiring Range: $32.40 - $34.39 per hour (AFSCME-87 Pay Plan, C42 Step 1-4 DOQ)

Job Closing Date: January 27, 2025

There is a Program Analyst I vacancy with Yakima County District Court (DUI Unit).The Community Resource Specialist participates as a member of the DUI Supervision Unit, who are responsible for supervising clients who are on community supervision for DUI and are at a high risk of re-offending. This position is split between tasks involving data analysis and the other half involving work directly with clients and in coordination with other staff members in the Unit, to identify services necessary to ensure successful program participation and transition out of the Unit. These services include, but are not limited to, education, job readiness, job placement, life skills etc. Additionally, the Community Resource Specialist researches and maintains an updated list or database of community resources to meet needs of the clients served by the Unit. Relatedly, it is imperative that the Community Resource Specialist become a subject matter expert in the available resources and how to access those resources from a client perspective. The successful candidate in this position will develop educational and informational materials about the Unit for clients, other law and justice partners and the general public.

In addition to providing services and support to clients, this position will be responsible for collecting data related program activities. Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining data collection systems, performing data analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement, and producing reports that communicate findings to senior leadership, stakeholders, and policymakers. The Data Analyst will also monitor performance metrics, assess the impact of community supervision programs on recidivism rates, and contribute to continuous program improvements based on evidence-based practices.



Benefits included in position:
Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD)
Retirement Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave

Note: This is a AFSCME 87-Master Contract Bargaining Unit position

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections)

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties:

Develops and maintains data collection systems, performs data analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement, and produces reports that communicate findings to senior leadership, stakeholders, and policymakers. Monitors performance metrics, assess the impact of community supervision programs on recidivism rates, and contribute to continuous program improvements based on evidence-based practices.

Collaborates with probation counselors, case managers, and other program staff to understand operational needs and ensure data collection methods align with program objectives. Ensure data integrity, confidentiality