This information is for reference only. These classifications are no longer valid and were replaced 7/1/2020.
- Research Analyst I
- What will I be doing?
- Do I qualify?
- Can I be successful?
- Benefits
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This is entry-level technical and professional work involving research, analysis, and reporting of statistical data.
Directs questionnaires to private businesses, institutions, individuals, and others from whom data is needed; assembles data for analysis.
Edits raw data for accuracy, completeness, and comparability.
Tabulates raw data and assembles summary statistical information; reviews material for consistency and applies basic statistical methods to its analysis.
Examines reports and abstracts pertinent data in order to show specific activity trends in local offices or other organizational units.
Maintains contact with field personnel explaining the purpose and completion method of standard reporting forms.
Prepares periodic and special reports in rough draft, including summary tables, graphs, charts, and explanatory texts based on tabulated data and analyses.
Assists in the analysis of socio-economic data with respect to employment problems, general economic activity, public assistance, etc.; prepares summary analyses of limited complexity.
Assists in the analysis of operational statistics, vital statistics, demographics, and related socio-economic information.
Analyzes data utilizing statistical software ; assists in preparing information for data processing.
Exercises judgment in data analysis and trend deviations while following established procedures; receives general administrative direction.
Performs other related work as assigned.
(The following minimum qualifications will determine merit system eligibility. Allowable experience and education substitutions are provided in italics below the corresponding minimum qualification statement; no other substitutions will be permitted. These minimum qualifications may also be used to evaluate applicants for Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System positions not requiring selection from merit registers.)
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by three earned credit hours in statistics or research methods.
(Technical or professional experience in statistical analysis and research may substitute on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the required college education.)
(Experience as a Senior Office Support Assistant or Administrative Office Support Assistant providing clerical support of statistical analysis and research functions with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System may substitute on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the required college education.)
Please note that documentation that supports your eligibility (i.e. transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process. If you do not possess the minimum qualifications, please consider one of many other employment opportunities with the State of Missouri.
Do you possess the key skills which are considered essential for successful employment in this classification?
Introductory knowledge of basic mathematical and statistical methods and their application to the analysis and evaluation of health, social, economic, and other data.
Introductory knowledge of common sources of statistical information, methods of securing such information, and statistical research techniques.
Introductory knowledge of the use of graphic presentations.
Introductory knowledge of computer information systemsand statistical software.
Ability to make routine analyses and interpretations of statistical and socio-economic data, and to clearly present analyses and conclusions in written and graphic form.
Ability to follow complex instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, outside agency personnel, and the general public.
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