Social Sciences Research Specialist at Ohio Department of Administrative Services

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

33.52

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analytics, Data Science, Research Methodology, Statistics, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Process Improvement

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Office of Workforce Development The Office of Workforce Development (OWD) administers several federal workforce programs and oversees a network of local OhioMeansJobs centers, which provide free job training and other services for Ohioans looking for work and employers seeking workers. OWD also assists job seekers through OhioMeansJobs.com, an online job matching system that brings both employers and job seekers to one easy-to-use website. Learn more about the office by visiting the ODJFS OWD webpage. What You Will Do: In this role with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS), you will work on a team that tracks, analyzes, and reports data for several state and federal workforce programs, including the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and the Combined Case Management and Employment Program (CCMEP). These programs help job seekers, youth, and displaced workers find jobs and training, and they help employers connect with workers. Your team is responsible for reporting program results to the U.S. Department of Labor and helping state and local workforce partners understand how their programs are performing. You will regularly create data reports and share insights with program leaders and other stakeholders. · 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. Recommended Skills: · 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 Schedule: Full-time Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Location: James A. Rhodes State Office Tower 30 East Broad St., Floor 37, Columbus, Ohio 43215 Travel: · In-state trainings and all-staff meetings occur approximately three to four times a year. · Travel to out-of-state training or conferences may occur. PN(s): 20042047 The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following: OPTION 1: 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). AND 18 mos. exp. in application of advanced statistics & statistical analysis & research theory, design & methodology. AND 12 mos. exp. in use of computer hardware, software used for spreadsheets, statistical analysis & graphics presentation & work processing. OR Option 2: 6 mos. exp. as Social Sciences Research Analyst, 65261. OR Option 3: Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. OPTION 1: Tips For Your Application When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered. Pay Information This position is in the State of Ohio’s OCSEA Pay Schedule, Pay Range 33. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $33.52 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below. Pay Range 33 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Hourly $33.52 $35.15 $36.90 $38.70 $40.59 $42.62 $44.66 $46.87 $49.18 Annual $69,722 $73,112 $76,752 $80,496 $84,427 $88,650 $92,893 $97,490 $102,294 Months of Employment At Hire 6 Months 18 Months 30 Months 42 Months 54 Months 66 Months 78 Months 90 Months

Responsibilities

The role involves tracking, analyzing, and reporting data for state and federal workforce programs. The specialist will create data reports and provide insights to support decision-making.