State of Ohio · 2 hours ago
Social Sciences Research Specialist
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through various programs. In this role, you will track, analyze, and report data for state and federal workforce programs, assisting job seekers and employers in connecting effectively.
GovernmentOffice Administration
Responsibilities
Serve as a data and reporting expert within the Office of Workforce Development. Provide leadership and staff with clear reports, data analysis, and summaries to support decisions
Offer data-based recommendations related to program operations, performance, and policy
Complete required federal reports for multiple grants, including managing and cleaning very large data files with millions of participant records
Work closely with program staff, system vendors, and monitoring teams to check data accuracy and improve program results
Help develop statistical models and tools that fairly measure how well workforce programs are performing
Qualification
Required
Completion of graduate core coursework in social science or public administration with at least 6 courses in advanced statistics & statistical analysis & research theory, design & methodology, (i.e. earned an undergraduate or graduate level)
18 mos. exp. in application of advanced statistics & statistical analysis & research theory, design & methodology
12 mos. exp. in use of computer hardware, software used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis & graphics presentation & work processing
6 mos. exp. as Social Sciences Research Analyst, 65261
Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above
Preferred
Knowledge of data analytics/data science
Knowledge of government systems and associated processes
Research methodology and statistics
Communication (communicating complex information clearly)
Problem solving, decision making, and process improvement
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Company
State of Ohio
State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – is a privilege to serve families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
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