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• Performs professional work in support of State Bar programs and services within the various State Bar divisions/units, as assigned, involving the knowledge, interpretation, and application of State Bar policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Research information by identifying, locating and extracting relevant data in order to obtain sufficient, valid and reliable data for analysis and decision making purposes.
• Reviews processes and maintains program transactions, records, and other documents; assists in the preparation and maintenance of statistical data, reports, correspondence, special studies, and conducts research.
• Participates in a variety of complex and detailed programmatic responsibilities involving problem solving.
• Evaluates program effectiveness by comparing outcomes to goals to determine whether to take corrective actions or recommend modification to processes and procedures.
• Performs research into program and quality control regulations and procedures; prepares reports on findings; identifies problems of non-compliance; recommends corrective action regarding discrepancies.
• Conducts audits to determine if there are program inconsistencies or non-compliance.
• Provides input in developing and evaluating program policies and procedures and evaluates and proposes changes concerning the methods of operation.
• May perform a number of other similar or related duties which may not be specifically included within this position description, but which are consistent with the general level of the job.

• Operations, services, and activities of the assigned program, departmental programs, policies, procedures, and terminology.
• Codes and regulations as related to assigned program responsibility.
• Principles of data analysis and research tools.
• Problem identification, analysis and evaluation.
• Problem solving and conflict resolution methods and techniques.
• Computer information systems, including personal computer applications, word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Principles of effective writing and verbal presentation.
• Working knowledge of the State Bar Offices and their functions and a general knowledge of other agencies and their interface with the State Bar.
• Computerized information and database recordkeeping systems.

• Apply the policies and practices of a department.
• Review and analyze complex qualitative and quantitative data.
• Audit records and accurately gather, record, and evaluate data; analyze and interpret information and adopt effective courses of action.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer hardware, software, and internet and web-based applications.
• Make fine visual distinctions upon proofreading written documents and viewing information on a computer screen.
• Compile data and prepare narrative and statistical reports.
• Appropriately respond to requests and inquiries from the public, State Bar members, or other departments.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels as well as with the public.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information.

• Bachelor's degree in a field that develops skills related to essential duties, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

• Two (2) years of experience in data collection and evaluation, research or performance or financial analysis, grant compliance in a public sector, legal or nonprofit environment, or equivalent.

• Special Qualifications including specialized knowledge, abilities, education, experience, or license may be established for individual positions.

• Provides expertise and guidance to other professional, and/or administrative staff in complex program analysis and solutions.
• Performs advanced research, conducts studies to determine needs, prepares reports, and recommends implementation procedures for a variety of program needs.
• Serves as a primary communication liaison with State Bar committees, members, financial institutions, vendors, contractors, general public, other departments and employees.
• Evaluates existing and alternative policies and makes recommendations toward establishment of revised policies and procedures.
• Performs advanced professional work in support of State Bar programs and services involving the knowledge, interpretation, and application of State Bar policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Reviews processes and maintains program transactions, records and other documents; assists in the preparation and maintenance of statistical data, reports, correspondence, special studies, and conducts research.
• Provides input in developing and evaluating program policies and procedures and evaluates and proposes changes concerning the methods of operation.
• Provides lead direction over programs, staff or special projects, which involves assigning, reviewing and coordinating the work of staff.
• Trains staff in program policies, rules, regulations and procedures; assesses workloads, assigns employees as necessary to ensure the proper level of support for ongoing activities of the department. Assists with the selection, training, direction, and evaluation of staff.
• Implements guidelines to ensure adherence to the State Bar rules and regulations governing the administration of State Bar programs, services, and membership.
• Represents the State Bar at programs and functions, and responds to inquiries from board members, management, attorneys and the public.
• May perform a number of other similar or related duties which may not be specifically included within this position description, but which are consistent with the general level of the job.

• Principles of office management, budgeting, administration and supervision.
• Problem identification, analysis and evaluation.
• Problem solving and conflict resolution methods and techniques.
• Computer information systems, including personal computer applications, word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Interviewing and investigative techniques.
• Principles of effective writing and verbal presentation.
• Coordination and operation of programs.
• Working knowledge of the State Bar Offices and their functions and a general knowledge of other agencies and their interface with the State Bar.
• Personnel selection and supervisory principles, practices, and procedures.
• Computerized information and database recordkeeping systems.
• Office procedure, budget preparation and maintenance techniques. Ability to: Apply the policies and practices of a department.
• Understand, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations related to assigned programs.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and evaluate programs under conflicting deadlines and demands.
• Analyze material and problems and identify solutions.
• Analyze problems and complaints, and identify solutions in a timely manner.
• Mentor, assign and prioritize work assignments of staff in support of meeting program goals.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer hardware, software, and internet and web-based applications.
• Compile data and prepare narrative and statistical reports.
• Appropriately respond to requests and inquiries from the public, State Bar members, or other departments.
• Communicate clearly, concisely and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels as well as with the public. Maintain the confidentiality of information.

• Bachelor's degree in a field that develops skills related to essential duties, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

• Minimum of three (3) years of journey-level professional experience in data collection and evaluation, research or performance or financial analysis, or grant compliance in a public sector, legal or nonprofit environment, or equivalent.

• None required.