Data Analyst

Introduction The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State’s legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud, environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorily assigned matters. As Maryland’s 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness. GRADE 17 This position offers a salary range of $71,805 – $102,566, with potential for advancement up to $113,243 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $102,566. LOCATION OF POSITION Office of the Attorney General 200 St. Paul Place Baltimore, MD 21202 Main Purpose of Job PID is a dynamic, forward-thinking division dedicated to enhancing the Office of the Attorney General’s effectiveness through strategic innovation, data driven decision making, and special project support. We partner directly with leadership and teams across the office to strengthen operations, advance performance management, and support high impact initiatives that improve public service delivery. Our mission is to provide data driven insights that enhance decision making, foster innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency, and uphold the priorities of the Attorney General’s Office in service to the people of Maryland. With a culture grounded in collaboration, creativity, responsiveness, and precision, PID offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of public sector innovation while working alongside talented legal and administrative professionals committed to equity, transparency, and continuous improvement. This position provides non supervisory analytical support across PID’s performance management and data services portfolio. The Performance & Data Analyst will work with divisions and units throughout OAG to support data collection, analysis, visualization, and reporting efforts, and will contribute to operational and special projects initiated by executive leadership. The analyst will collaborate closely with the Director and Deputy Director of Performance and Innovation, as well as leaders across the office. Because performance management and data needs continue to evolve within a complex legal organization, specific responsibilities and focus areas for this role may shift over time to align with emerging priorities, organizational needs, and the employee’s demonstrated skills and strengths. The analyst’s work is essential to advancing OAG’s commitment to innovation, accountability, and transparency for both Maryland residents and OAG employees. POSITION DUTIES Key Responsibilities The Performance & Data Analyst will play an important role in advancing PID’s work by performing these key responsibilities: Performance Management & Reporting Support the design, development, and maintenance of dashboards, data visualizations, and reports for executive and operational audiences Assist in establishing and tracking key performance indicators in consultation with division and unit leadership Conduct data audits and contribute to improvements in data accuracy, structure, and documentation Help divisions and units build or refine data collection processes to support ongoing performance tracking Data Analysis & Services Provide data consultation and analytical support to divisions and units across OAG, including survey creation and analysis, dataset analysis, and assistance with data tools Analyze data to identify trends, surface insights, and support data-driven decision-making Clean, transform, and manipulate datasets as needed to prepare data for analysis, reporting, or integration into dashboards and other data products Contribute to data quality assurance, cleaning, and validation activities Assist in building data fluency and analytical capacity across the office through direct support and informal training Special Projects & Operational Support Contribute analytical and research support to cross-functional special projects initiated by the Director, Chief of Staff, or Attorney General Prepare written materials including memos, summaries, and briefings in support of division and executive leadership Support rapid-response and ad hoc projects requiring agility and analytical rigor Participate in cross-divisional collaboration efforts aligned with the Strategic Plan and the Attorney General’s priorities Other Duties Other duties as assigned in support of PID’s work Examples Of Work Product May Include Developing and maintaining a dashboard tracking vacancy rates, leave balances, and workforce trends for OAG leadership Conducting a data audit for a division to document existing data collection practices and identify gaps Creating a survey instrument and analyzing results to inform a policy or operational decision Preparing a data summary memo for the Chief of Staff on a time-sensitive operational question Building a data collection template and reporting process for a division launching a new program Supporting a divisional team in defining KPIs and establishing a baseline for performance tracking Analyzing a dataset for a special project and presenting findings to executive leadership Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: Five years of administrative staff or professional work. Notes Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience. Desired Or Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Government and Politics, Statistics, or related field. Experience in government, legal services, or other public sector or regulated environments Familiarity with performance management frameworks, program evaluation, or continuous improvement methodologies Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (examples include Power BI, R, and Python) Demonstrated ability to translate data findings into accessible written products for executive audiences Experience providing direct support or consultation to internal clients or stakeholders Knowledge of data governance principles and best practices The ideal candidate brings professional experience in areas such as data analysis, performance management, research, policy analysis, program evaluation, or a related field. They have demonstrated experience working with data to produce actionable insights and communicate findings to non-technical audiences. They possess strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to present complex information clearly and accessibly. Their collaborative approach enables them to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across all levels of an organization. In addition, they have a track record of managing multiple tasks simultaneously and delivering quality work under deadlines. Their adaptability and intellectual curiosity make them well-suited to thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. SELECTION PROCESS Applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies. Benefits STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS Working for the Office of the Attorney General offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health and well‑being. Annual Leave: 10–25 days per year based on service. Sick Leave: 15 days per year with unlimited carryover. Personal Leave: Up to 6 days per year. Paid Holidays: 12 state holidays. Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans. Retirement Savings: Defined‑benefit pension plan plus 401(k) and 457 supplemental retirement options. Work‑Life Balance: Hybrid and flexible work schedules available for many roles. Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts, free mass transit (eligible areas), Employee Assistance Program, and access to SECU The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested persons to apply regardless of race, color, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, pregnancy, family or parental status, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected category prohibited by local, State or federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr