Research Analyst III

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:Job Posting closes:November 19, 2025Kansas Department of TransportationAt KDOT, we reward our staff's hard work by providing training opportunities, a family-oriented work environment and service recognition. Promotional opportunities, free parking, and potential hybrid work schedules are also offered. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our teamVerification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9. KDOT does not provide sponsorships for this position.E-Verify: The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here. For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here.About the Position:Who can apply:AnyoneClassified/Unclassified Service:UnclassifiedFull/Part-time:Full-TimeRegular/Temporary:RegularWork Schedule:Monday – FridayEligible to Receive Benefits:YesVeterans' Preference Eligible:YesSearch Keywords:Topeka, Holton, Oskaloosa, Lawrence, Ottawa, Osage City, Eskridge, Alma, WamegoCompensation:Annual Salary Range: $48, $51,549.68Hourly Pay Range:$ $24.78Employment Benefits:Work-Life Balance Programs:Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury DutyEmployee Assistance ProgramFor help managing daily life at no cost to youInfant at Work ProgramVoluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity InsuranceFirst-Day Coverage:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVison InsuranceTax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plansLife Insurance:Employer paid basic group lifeOptional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.Retirement:KPERS and Deferred CompensationOther Benefits:Tuition reimbursementPaid on-the-job training programs.Personal and Professional Development OpportunitiesEmployee discounts with the STAR ProgramAnd moreVisit the Employee Benefits page for more information…Position Summary & Responsibilities:Position Summary:This Research Analyst III position is located in Topeka, at the Eisenhower State Office Building, and is within the Bureau of Transportation Safety. This position exists to locate motor vehicle crashes on the KDOT Linear Referencing System (LRS). Locating crashes is achieved through analysis of Motor Vehicle Crash Reports (MVCRs) and additional methods and tools (i.e., google maps, satellite view, ESRI GIS tools, etc.). The Research Analyst III is also responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and reporting location data errors within the MVCR and making corrections to the data stored within the Kansas crash database. The position will take directions from the Crash Location Supervisor.Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:Serves as a crash locating specialist, including duties such as locating motor vehicle crashes, positively identifying landmarks and/or unique features of an area of interest for motor vehicle crashes, making corrections in the Crash Data Processing application, and developing procedures and methodologies to gather, interpret, and analyze complex crash report location data.Serves as a technical contact for locating crashes in the Safety Data Section. This includes duties such as developing and maintaining an expert level of understanding of MVCR coding and ESRI crash locating software knowledge, developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the road network in the state for locating crashes, and performing operational duties assigned by the supervisor accurately and in a timely manner.Performs problem solving to internal and external users, including interacting with law enforcement, contractors, and data processing staff questions regarding location coding and processing, and conducting research on questions related to location reporting.Attends meetings and conferences with local governments, KDOT Bureaus, State agencies, federal grantor agencies, and the Traffic Records Coordinating Committee as required to discuss and/or become informed of regulations to follow state and federal laws and to continuously aim to improve efficiency or effectiveness of the Crash Locating Process.View the full position descriptionQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Two years of experience in collecting, evaluating, studying, or reporting on statistical, economic, fiscal/budget, legislative or administrative data.One year of experience working with relational databases.Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Transcripts are required for education to be considered.Preferred Qualifications:One year of experience using Esri ArcGIS Online Portal.Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements:Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at . If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at or by email at Recruiter Contact Information:Name: Tulsa WadeEmail: Phone: Job Application ProcessFirst Sign in or register as a New User.Complete or update your contact information on the Careers -> "My Account Information" page. *This information is included on all your job applications.Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and submit when it is complete.Manage your drafted and submitted applications on the Careers -> "My Job Applications" page.Check your email and the "My Job Notifications" page for written communications from the Recruiter.Email – sent to the Preferred email on the "My Account Information" page.Notifications – view the Careers -> "My Job Notifications" page.Helpful Resources at : "How to Apply for a Job – Instructions" and "How to Search for a Job – Instructions"Optional Documents for this Application to be CompleteUpload these on the Careers - My Job Applications pageTranscripts (if substituting education)DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job ApplicationResume (or choose existing if you have one)Cover LetterHelpful Resources at: "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents"How to Claim Veterans PreferenceVeterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.Learn more about claiming Veteran's PreferenceHow to Claim Disability Hiring PreferenceApplicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring PreferenceEqual Employment OpportunityThe State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.