Analyst Trainee at COUNTY OF MERCER – TRENTON, New Jersey

ANALYSTTRAINEE (OPERATIONS& PROGRAM SUPPORT)

DEPARTMENT: Public Health & Safety

DIVISION: Public Health

SALARY: $40,480 – $54,325

SCHEDULE: The regular schedule for thisposition is Monday through Friday, full-time. However, as part of the Divisionof Public Health within the Department of Public Health and Safety, whichfunctions as an emergency response agency, the position may occasionallyrequire work outside of standard business hours in support of public healthemergencies, deliverables, or response activities. This title is represented bya collective bargaining unit, and all schedule practices are subject to theterms and conditions memorialized in the applicable union contract.

LOCATION: Trenton, NJ

POSITION(S) AVAILABLE: 1

POSITIONOVERVIEW:

TheAnalyst Trainee supports the Division of Public Health by assisting withanalytical work, project coordination, data review, administrative research,and operational tasks. Under the direction of supervisory staff, this positionreceives on-the-job training in analytic practices, procedures, and reportingmethods. This role supports continuous improvement, workflow efficiencies, andevaluation of data and process outcomes to advance the County's public healthmission.

Thisopportunity is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented individual with strongcommunication skills, an interest in public health operations, and the desireto build experience in data analysis, regulatory interpretation, programevaluation, and project support within a government environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicantsmust meet one of the following:

• Four (4)years of professional experience relevant to the position
• Possessionof a Bachelor's degree

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assistwith collection, compilation, and review of data and other information neededto support projects and operational decisions.
• Learn tointerpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures and apply them tospecific assignments.
• Preparedrafts of reports, charts, spreadsheets, graphs, and other supportingmaterials.
• Conductresearch and participate in workflow reviews and operational assessments.
• Assist inmonitoring documentation for compliance with state, local, or programrequirements.
• Maintainfiles, records, and documentation in electronic and manual systems.
• Performother related duties as required in support of the Division's public healthmission.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strongorganizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability towork independently and within a team environment.
• Ability tointerpret and evaluate data and information.
• Ability toprepare accurate documentation and reports.
• Strongwritten and verbal communication skills.
• Ability tolearn and utilize electronic and manual information systems.

BENEFITSOF WORKING WITH MERCER COUNTY:

MercerCounty is committed to supporting our employees with a competitive andcomprehensive benefits package, including:

• Access tohealth and wellness coverage
• Enrollmentin state retirement and deferred compensation plans
• Generouspaid time off and leave programs
• Opportunitiesfor training, continuing education, and tuition assistance

ADDITIONALINFORMATION:

For a fulldescription of the New Jersey Civil Service Commission job specification forthis title, please visit: Analyst Trainee .

Mercer County EEO/ Civil Service Statement & Residency Requirements:

Mercer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

As a Civil Service employer under the State of New Jersey, all candidates must comply with New Jersey Civil Service Commission regulations and guidelines. Mercer County residency is required. Non-residents must establish residency within one (1) year of employment.

Mercer County is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws, specifically in accordance with the New Jersey State Policy Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace.