Part-Time Data Officer (Data Analyst)

The City of Norfolk, VA is seeking a part-time Data Officer (Data Analyst) to support a randomized control trial evaluation in collaboration with the Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney (CWA) office and the Harvard Access 2 Justice Lab (A2J Lab). This onsite role serves as a practical liaison across teams, helping coordinate data collection, secure data transfer, and the development and validation of triage scoring tools.

Working as a member of the CWA-related project effort, you will help identify variables for classification and allocation decisions, manage retrospective case and court record data, and maintain clear documentation of project milestones. The position is part time and is based in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate interviews between A2J Lab and NCA key decision-makers to identify variables for classification and allocation decisions.
• Collect retrospective case file information and corresponding court record data from previous cases, then securely identify and share relevant data with A2J Lab.
• Manage secure file transfer mechanisms for all data exchanges, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with agreements.
• Assist with development and execution of confidentiality agreements between NCA and A2J Lab, and facilitate conversations with other entities (including courts) as needed.
• Collect and transmit additional data points as identified during the project using secure methods.
• Maintain accurate records of data collection, data transmission, and project milestones.

Requirements

• Broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field.
• Knowledge normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience performing professional-level data analysis or related analytical work.
• Experience with data manipulation, analysis, visualization, and use of analytical or business intelligence tools.
• Experience in data management, research coordination, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with confidentiality protocols and secure data transfer methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Proficiency with relevant software and secure file transfer tools.

Work Details

• Location: Norfolk, VA (onsite)
• Job Type: Part time
• Salary: USD 22.00 per hour
• Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Additional Information: This position works at the will of the Commonwealth's Attorney
• Departmental Hiring Salary: $22.00 per hour

The City of Norfolk, VA offers this role to support secure, coordinated data work for the CWA and A2J Lab trial evaluation, including classification-related variable identification and triage scoring tool development and validation.