Job Posting: Data Scientist I

State Compensation Insurance Fund

JC-120791
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Data Scientist I
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST (GENERAL)

$3,063.00 - $4,980.00

Final Filing Date: 8/7/2018

Job Description and Duties

The Actuarial Analytics department has an opening for a Staff Services Analyst in our Pleasanton offices. The position assists the predictive modeling team and is ideal for someone interested in the field of data science. Job duties include but are not limited to: 

1.  Extract, organize and prepare data sets for a variety of modeling, analysis, and reporting activities
2.  Support model development, maintenance, documentation, implementation and evaluation activities
3.  Prepare reports and presentation materials to communicate results to management, stakeholders and auditors

• Bachelors degree or higher in mathematics, statistics or related field. 
• Ability to learn how to make complex statistical computations.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively verbally and in writing.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-120791
Position #(s):
402-400-5157-XXX
Working Title:
Data Scientist I
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST (GENERAL)
$3,063.00 - $3,838.00 A
$3,317.00 - $4,152.00 B
$3,977.00 - $4,980.00 C
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Alameda County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

State Fund is California’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance. Established in 1914 by the state legislature, we offer diverse and comprehensive products and services that provide a strong and stable option for employers and injured employees with fast, reliable claims service and medical and indemnity benefits.

 

Our culture centers on our purpose and values. We exist to provide fairly priced workers' compensation insurance, make workplaces safe, and restore injured workers. To fully represent California, we are committed to our employees by embracing and celebrating our diverse workforce and fostering inclusion to make the workplace a dynamic environment for all.  We recognize and reward high performance, yet value a healthy work/life balance.

 

Department Website: www.statefundca.com

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 8/7/2018

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Compensation Insurance Fund
Attn: JC-120791 VL
PO BOX 659015
Sacramento, CA 95865

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

JC-120791 VL
2275 Gateway Oaks Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Degree and/or School Transcripts
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

State Fund employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Our benefit package includes:

 

Health Benefits Program (CalPERS), Retirement (CalPERS ), Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions, Dental, Vision,  401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Group Legal Services Insurance, Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave, Flex Elect Reimbursement Program, Wellness and Recognition, Alternate Work Schedules, Transit Pass Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Dependent Scholarship Program, Leadership Training, Mentoring Program

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Vanessa La
(800) 499-8668

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Rosa Gil-Robles
(800) 499-8668
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Background Investigation

Prior to employment with State Compensation Insurance Fund, a background investigation (BI) will be conducted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.