Leidos · 7 hours ago
Data Collections Task Leader/Senior Contributor
Seaside, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $195K/yr
5+ years expLeidos is a company that provides comprehensive scientific, analytic, and operational support to the Department of Defense. They are seeking a Data Collections Task Leader/Senior Contributor to lead planning and execution of data collection operations, ensuring the validity and reliability of personnel testing and assessment programs.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee preparation, coordination, and quality control for assessment administration
Manage human subjects protection and compliance, including documentation and approvals
Lead development of training materials, procedures, and user guides for administration staff
Direct the setup, monitoring, and verification of computer-based and paper-based data collection
Ensure secure handling, processing, and verification of collected data
Qualification
Required
Education: Minimum of a bachelor degree in a behavioral science field plus ten years of related work experience OR a masters in behavioral science field, plus five years of related work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently as a member or leader of a team
Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and manage own work and the work of others
Demonstrated commitment to meeting high standards for product and service quality
Desire to learn and develop inventive methods that respond to client needs
Demonstrated experience leading data collection operations, test administration activities, or large-scale survey/assessment execution
Strong understanding of research protocols, administration procedures, and data quality assurance practices
Ability to develop and implement standard operating procedures, user guides, training materials, and administration instructions
Proven ability to coordinate logistics, scheduling, personnel, and resources to support operational data collection
Experience ensuring compliance with Human Subjects Protection, including knowledge of IRB, HSPP, or OMB-related documentation
Competence in overseeing secure handling, processing, and verification of data from computer-based or paper-based administrations
Excellent communication and facilitation skills for interacting with administrators, test site staff, and technical teams
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple concurrent activities and deadlines
Ability to conduct quality control checks, troubleshoot administration issues, and ensure accurate and complete data capture
Must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) and successfully complete a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint check and a National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI) check. US Citizenship is required
This position is eligible for 75% remote work with occasional on-site work as required by customer and/or contract needs. Candidate must be located or willing to relocate within commuting distance of Seaside, CA
Preferred
Experience working with or within the DoD
Familiarity with DTAC and its mission and objectives
Familiarity with DoD or federal personnel testing, recruiting, or classification processes
Knowledge of military accession, recruiting, and classification processes
Experience coordinating or supervising data collection in military, government, or high-stakes testing environments
Familiarity with standardized test administration principles, proctoring guidelines, or field operations for assessments
Experience preparing documentation for OMB clearance, IRB submissions, or human subjects compliance processes
Experience with data entry verification, scanning systems, digital test delivery platforms, or response processing workflows
Knowledge of project management practices, including task planning, workflow oversight, and performance monitoring
Experience training and supervising field staff, test administrators, or research assistants
Familiarity with basic statistical or analytic tools (R, SPSS, SAS, Excel) used for verifying data completeness and accuracy
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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