About the Role
Fire Program Analyst (Job No. 106 / Position 309) — Overland Park Fire Department, OPFD Administration. Reports to the Risk Management Officer. Full-Time, Non-Exempt.
JOB SUMMARY STATEMENT: Develops, researches, prepares, and presents reports; performs map creation and GIS data analysis, provides timely and relevant information on patterns and trends, assists operational and administrative personnel in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention and suppression of fire and emergency medical services incidents; conduct policy research and analysis to help ensure responsiveness to emerging issues; provides complex support to the Risk Management Officer and occasionally to other fire department managers and the Fire Chief. Under direction, to lead and manage the development of fire department data analytics strategy and to provide statistical analysis, research, evaluation and planning related to fire department administration and operations programs. Research and develop outcome-based performance management metrics that communicate the progress on fire department goals and priorities, and to coordinate these efforts with other city departments and teams, and community partners. Actively participate in establishing continuous quality improvement processes and assist the department in fire service accreditation management.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Utilizes tools to collect and compile data relevant to the administration of fire department programs.
Applies a variety of statistical methodologies & geographical analysis techniques.
Creates reports and graphical/geospatial representations of fire service program data.
Participates in the development of fire service program performance metrics.
Participates in the analysis of fire service program performance metrics.
Conducts research as directed by supervision to support fire service programs.
Participates in continuous quality improvement functions of the fire department.
Coordinates with stakeholders regarding fire service program delivery and performance metrics.
EDUCATION & SPECIAL LICENSE(S)/CERTIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in the following field(s) of study: Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years experience in analyzing data and developing charts, graphs, and reports. Experience in public safety or medical data analysis is preferred. Computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, WEB-based information sharing, database mining, graphics, and Geographic Information Systems (ArcView/ArcGIS preferred), are preferred. Experience using Business Intelligence specific software is preferred.
SKILLS: Strong analytical skills. Attention to detail. Computer software skills in database, spreadsheets, web page maintenance, word-processing and internet programs. Human relations/interpersonal skills. Good written and oral communications skills. Good reading skills. Good listening skills. Project management skills. Time management skills.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
Application window closes Oct. 16th per Overland Park Fire Department careers announcement directing applicants to https://www.opkansas.gov/careers. Official class description: https://www2.opkansas.org/files/job-descriptions/Fire-Program-Analyst-106.html