This position is assigned to the Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services. The purpose of this position is to collect, analyze, and report data to provide operational support to command staff for use in planning and resource allocation.

Functions in and advanced-level capacity through on-the-job-training and participation in in-house and related training to learn and master the essential functions of data analysis and management as it relate to the fire service.

May lead and coordinate daily work activities of assigned crew or co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; confers with co-workers, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.

Receives, responds to and investigates data requests: performs data analysis and interprets findings.

Prepares and submits a variety of reports and documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: ensures accuracy and completeness; ensures adherence to standards for proper language, grammar, and spelling, as well as appropriate methodology compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains confidential computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Monitors and tracks information through data repositories for the purpose of identifying and evaluating any unusual trends.

Interacts with various other professional, judicial, investigative, insurance, the media, and public and private agencies through support of data requests, to ensure accurate and thorough information exchanges.

Maintains current knowledge of trends and developments in the field for application to functional areas of responsibility.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required; supplemented by seven years of data and statistical analysis, with at least four years in a public safety agency with knowledge of fire operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Preferred skills, experience, or training in one or more of the following:

• GIS Geospatial Analysis using ESRI software
• SQL Database & SSRS Reporting
• SharePoint O365
• R Language or similar analytical software
• Accreditation or Center for Public Safety Excellence Fire Accreditation
• Fire Department Records Management Systems
• TeleStaff or similar staff scheduling system

Must obtain Certification in Applied Statistics within one year of hire.

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.