Limited Duration Employee Engagement Research and Evaluation Analyst

THE POSITION

This is a limited-duration opportunity with a projected end date of December 31, 2026.

The Human Resources Department of Washington County is recruiting for an Employee Engagement Research & Evaluation Analyst to join our team.

The Employee Engagement Research and Evaluation Analyst designs, implements, and analyzes employee engagement surveys to assess perceptions and overall satisfaction of employees within Washington County. This role involves collecting data, providing insights, and recommending strategies to improve employee engagement, retention, and countywide and department-specific organizational culture.

For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link: Research and Evaluation Analyst

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have an understanding of employee survey best practices, strong analytical skills, experience with survey design, and the ability to evaluate, interpret and effectively present and communicate complex data with multiple audiences and stakeholders.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience in survey design and development, especially in creating and customizing employee engagement surveys.
• Proficiency in utilizing data collection and analysis tools to identify trends and patterns and address areas of concern, including the use of statistical methods and data visualization tools.
• Knowledge of developing and presenting clear, concise reports with actionable insights and recommendations for enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Strong collaboration skills to effectively work closely with Human Resources, leadership and various stakeholders to support engagement initiatives and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Benchmarking experience to compare internal survey results with industry standards and benchmarks to assess the County’s performance.
• Understanding of continuous improvement to stay current in best practices of employee engagement and survey methodology.
• Knowledge of demographic data measurement and subgroup analysis.
  
  

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in business or public administration, criminal justice, health administration, economics, social work, psychology, social sciences, an ethnic-studies applied research-related discipline, or related field; AND
• Five (5) years of pertinent professional research experience which must include responsibility for the determination of research design and method for a complete research project.
  
  

Preferred Experience : PhD in business or public administration, criminal justice, health administration, economics, social work, psychology, social sciences, or an ethnic-studies applied research-related discipline.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant, including your volunteer experience.

Next Steps

• Apply today! In lieu of a resume, you are required to complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
• MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes - after November 24, 2024.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs, a SME panel may perform an in-depth evaluation of your application materials, including your responses to the supplemental questions. This process will begin after December 1, 2024.
• Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME review as soon as possible.
• Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment.
• Post-Offer Check: The successful candidate(s) will undergo reference checks.
• Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
  
  

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time vacancies in the same classification, or job family, that may become available within the next six-month period.

Our Commitment to You

We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Veterans' Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to request veterans' preference points for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points
• Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: A reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-846-8606 or [email protected] at least 48 hours before the step(s) of the selection process for which you feel you need an accommodation.
  
  

Additional Resources

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