Job Posting: Data Scientist

Office of Systems Integration

JC-198501
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Data Scientist
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$5,297.00 - $8,570.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 6/1/2020

Job Description and Duties

Re-advertisement:  If you applied for this position previously, you do not have to reapply.  Your application will be considered.

At CWDS we emphasize user-centered design, collaboration, and innovative thinking as we iterate and continuously improve in an Agile environment. Our employees enjoy working in a modern, open-concept environment with many collaborative spaces. Be a part of this exciting team and work on a ground breaking initiative to design a new system that promotes the safety and well-being of children in California.

Under the direction of the Product Chief (ITM I), the Data Scientist (ITS I) will collaborate with a diverse set of internal teams and external stakeholders to design and maintain domain models, event models, metric specifications, transformation/calculation logic, statistical models, report specifications and other artifacts supporting the delivery of CARES. The Data Scientist will support Data Engineers in implementing and deploying these models. The Data Scientist will also build, generate and interpret reports supporting data quality monitoring, product analytics and outcome analytics.

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-198501
Position #(s):
791-753-1402-020
Working Title:
Data Scientist
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
$5,297.00 - $7,099.00 A
$5,825.00 - $7,807.00 B
$6,395.00 - $8,570.00 C
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Office of Systems Integration (OSI) provides project management, oversight, procurement and support services for a multi-billion dollar portfolio of high criticality projects. We are passionate about the people of California who receive vital health and human services by the successful delivery of our large, complex IT systems. We are a trusted leader and work toward common goals, by sharing knowledge, learning and building consensus to implement solutions.

Whether you’re interested in the field of IT or administrative support services, we offer excellent opportunities and a collaborative work environment. So, come build a career at the OSI!

Headquartered in the Natomas area of Sacramento, we offer free parking, many convenient shopping and dining options, a comfortable work environment and beautiful office facilities.

Check out our jobs website and social media sites:
 OSI Jobs Site
 LinkedIN
www.osi.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Sealed Official transcripts are required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 6/1/2020

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:

Office of Systems Integration
Attn: Nancy McElroy - JC 198501
2495 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 655
Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Nancy McElroy - JC 198501
2495 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 515
Sacramento, CA 95833
Monday - Friday place in drop-off box in Suite 515 due to the state of emergency COVID-19 pandemic.
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 required and must be included.
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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Experience with Salesforce.
  • Extensive knowledge of various platform as a service (PAAS) tools.
  • Experience with large data extractions and consequent reporting.
  • Experience with State and Federal Stakeholders.
  • Extensive experience with data monitoring.
  • Experience building reports and models.
  • Ability to translate research findings into consumable artifacts and project materials.
  • Experience with data conversion and cleansing logic.
  • Knowledge of Agile Methodology.

Benefits

Click here to view the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is designated as required to file a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700) under the California Health and Human Services Agency Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for the making, participating in the making, or using his or her official position to influence the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on his or her personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete a Form 700 within 30 days after his or her appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

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.