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County of Los Angeles · 12 hours ago

RESEARCH ANALYST II, BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Los Angeles County, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

The County of Los Angeles is seeking a Research Analyst II in the Behavioral Sciences for their Probation Department. The role involves planning, conducting, and interpreting research projects, as well as analyzing data and preparing reports based on research findings.

CommunitiesGovernmentNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assists in planning, designing, conducting, and interpreting research projects

Collects, processes and analyzes data for approved studies including the use of such techniques as multiple and partial correlation, multiple regression and simple analysis of variance including the use statistical software

Conduct extensive research review with database tools such as Internet based, library, or research databases

Prepares reports and initial recommendations based on research findings and communicates them orally, in writing, or through graphic representations and statistical summaries

Consults with departmental staff to explain procedures for conducting research projects and to obtain information necessary to carry out projects

Assists project supervisor on a team project and supervises trainees assigned to assist with the project or may independently carry out assignments under minimal supervision

Prepares initial recommendations and submit them for review with interpretations of analytical data in appropriate format

May supervise clerical personnel in connection with specific research projects, as needed

Qualification

Research designStatistical softwareData analysisQualitative methodsQuantitative methodsLiterature reviewData visualizationCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeamworkIndependent work

Required

A Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a field of the behavioral or social sciences -AND- one year's post master's research experience in a behavioral or social science field

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field of the behavioral or social sciences -AND- three (3) years full time post bachelor's research experience in a behavioral or social science field

Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved

Preferred

Proficiency in specialized statistical research software such as SAS, SPSS, ArcGIS, and GIS

Experience assisting with planning, developing, and maintaining research, data and related systems databases and systems

Research experience working with qualitative and quantitative methods, trend data, cross-sectional data, conducting predictive analytics, and utilizing research data and data management techniques

Experience conducting literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provide a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases, Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources

Knowledge of survey and administrative data sources from a variety of fields

Ability to contextualize and present data in compelling graphics for Department staff, community stakeholders, and decision-makers

Experience in assisting in the design of community engagement research and policy analysis

Experience in evaluating juvenile and adult justice systems and programs

Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent organizational skills

Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, work in a team, as well as demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment