Initial Posting Date:

11/19/2025

Application Deadline:

12/01/2025

Agency:

Employment Department

Salary Range:

$6,123 - $9,409

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Performance Reporting Information System (PRISM) Coordinator (Research Analyst 4)

Job Description:

Are you an experienced research professional with a proven track record using advanced statistics or quantitative analysis methods? Do you have a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy coordinating projects, building relationships, and facilitating discussions with staff at all levels? If so, please consider joining our team and apply today!

At the Oregon Employment Department, we actively support a workforce that is representative of the people we serve including people from various races, genders, abilities, cultures, language skills, geographic locations, and justice system involvement. We value your life experiences and encourage everyone to apply with your transferable skills and qualifications from your work, school, and volunteer experiences. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As the Performance Reporting Information System (PRISM) Coordinator, you will provide coordination, leadership and technical direction to the Performance Reporting Information System (PRISM) and to Oregon’s participation in the State Wage Interchange System (SWIS). You will also conduct a wide variety of special analyses, primarily relating to performance measurement by workforce and training related entities.

This position provides technical leadership and expertise both within the Employment Department and to representatives of all other public and private entities that participate in PRISM, SWIS, or customized performance analyses.

In this role, you will:

• Market and promote PRISM to potential members.
• Develop and implement program policies and technical standards; develop data sharing agreements with the partners.
• Increase the number of PRISM reports, publications, and web information available.
• Work with partner agencies to ensure success of the program.
• Track expenditures and provide status updates to management.
• Chair and/or participate in meetings of various advisory groups.
• Write and/or oversee the writing of reports and analyses related to Oregon’s workforce system.
• Perform data analyses, including statistical testing and modeling, as required for program evaluations and other research studies.
• Be responsible for developing, writing, and executing data sharing agreements with public entities requesting confidential wage and related data.

For a complete review of the position and responsibilities, please click here.  

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Required Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three (3) years experience using advanced statistics or quantitative analysis computer applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex social, economic, or industrial research projects; OR
• Five (5) years of research experience using advanced statistics or quantitative analysis computer applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex social, economic, or industrial research projects.

Desired Attributes

• Commitment to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion.
• Experience coordinating projects involving internal and external partners in a collaborative setting, including planning, facilitating, and following up on productive meetings.
• Proactive and innovative mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and take initiative to move projects forward.
• Ability to effectively communicate the value and purpose of PRISM to diverse audiences using creative and engaging strategies.
• Demonstrated skill in data analysis and visualization, including organizing, interpreting, and presenting large datasets in Excel, Tableau, or other visualization tools. Able to translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations. Experience with performance measure data is preferred but not required
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to prepare, manage, and oversee data sharing contracts with public partners.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• A workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment and encourages learning and mentoring.
• Rewarding work in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service.
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!
• Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Required: Attach a resume and cover letter. Your cover letter must not exceed two (2) pages. Please make sure your cover letter clearly addresses the desired attributes and minimum qualifications you have under the “What We Are Looking For” section above. Please upload your documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of the application. In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the desired attributes and required minimum qualifications to determine who to interview.
• External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link above to fill out the online application and submit by the posted closing date. Please use your preferred name on application materials.
• Current State of Oregon employees (this includes temporary employees): Apply through your employee Workday account. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up-to-date and reflects your current position.
• Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. Immediately after you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
• This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• This recruitment may be used to fill current and future Permanent, Limited Duration, Job Rotation and Temporary vacancies as they occur.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS‑qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
• Salary Determination: The information in your Workday profile will be used to complete an equal pay assessment to determine salary placement upon hire.
• Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.
• United States Employment Eligibility: The Oregon Employment Department does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I‑9 acceptable documents (See page 2) for employment verification.

IN-STATE HYBRID WORK INFORMATION:

Candidates may be approved for hybrid work. Hybrid work suitability is evaluated based upon business needs at the time of hire. Hybrid work approval can be revoked at any time. Candidates are expected to:

• Reside within (or be willing to relocate to) Oregon, or one of its bordering states within a reasonable commuting distance (e.g. Vancouver, Washington) within 30 days from date of hire.
• Be able to report to the office location listed in the job posting, as necessary.
• Demonstrate access to a broadband internet connection that meets or exceeds the minimum acceptable requirements; Click Here to view the minimum acceptable requirements. OED IT Services will provide the necessary hardware to employees who are approved for remote work.
• Have a private workspace.
• Maintain good standing (i.e., no performance or attendance issues).

CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK:

The Employment Department is committed to being a leader in providing its employees with fair and equal employment opportunities and recognizes that as a best practice in equity and inclusion, criminal background check policies shall be job related and consistent with business necessity. For positions with authorized access to FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) information, a separate criminal records check is conducted by the Oregon State Police. If you would like further information on how each criminal records check is conducted, please read our Criminal Record Check Policy or contact us at the number below with any questions. To verify identification, the successful candidate will be subject to a criminal background check which may require a fingerprint-based background check as a condition of employment.

CONTACT INFORMATION & HELPFUL LINKS:

If you have questions about the position or need an alternate format to apply, please contact us at 503‑947‑1289; humanresources@employ.oregon.gov. Please be sure to include the job requisition ID number.

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