Research Analyst Iii Behavioral Sciences
Research Analyst Iii Behavioral Sciences
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENTTYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job OpportunityEXAM NUMBER:F8973DFILING DATES:Filing will start effective: Thursday December 2 2021 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICETHIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD.
DEFINITION:
Plans conducts interprets and evaluates original research projects involving complex experimental designs in the field of behavioral and social sciences.Essential Job Functions
- Develops original research hypotheses directed toward the improvement of County services in areas such as mental health probation welfare services and human relations.
- Plans designs conducts and evaluates research projects involving complex experimental designs such as univariate and multivariate analysis of variance standard and inverse factor analysis and discriminant function.
- Devises data processing procedures that make use of high speed computers and works with computer personnel in the programming and processing of data.
- Prepares reports and recommendations based on research findings.
- Consults with other departmental professional and administrative personnel in the development of study designs the of the studies and the practical application of the results of research projects.
- Consults and maintains collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g. Universities Colleges RAND Corp. concerning research problems studies and to develop a research agenda.
- Trains and supervises technical and clerical personnel in connection with research projects.
- Uses statistical research software such as SAS SPSS ArcGIS and GIS to perform complex data analysis and produce reports.
- Defines data requirements gathers and validates information applies judgment and statistical tests.
- Plans develops and maintains research data and related databases and systems.
- Plans and designs complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Conducts extensive literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provides a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources.
- Contextualizes and presents data in compelling graphics for Department staff community stakeholders and decisionmakers.
- Evaluates juvenile and adult justice systems and programs to ensure quality and effectiveness of services provided.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Option I:A Ph.D. or other doctoral degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in a field of the behavioral OR social sciences* AND One years postdoctoral research experience including responsibility for the design evaluation and implementation of research projects in a behavioral or social science field.
Option II:Masters degree in a field of the behavioral or social sciences and any combination of relevant education and/or experience totalingfive 5 years.
2 Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:- Proficiency in specialized statistical research software such as SAS SPSS ArcGIS and GIS.
- Experience planning developing and maintaining research data and related databases and systems.
- Research experience working with qualitative and quantitative methods trend data crosssectional data conducting predictive analytics and utilizing research data and management techniques.
- Published research in peer review publications related to public administration behavioral sciences or social science.
- Experience conducting literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provide a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources.
- Knowledge of survey and administrative data sources from a variety of fields.
- Strong ability to contextualize and present data in compelling graphics for Department staff community stakeholders and decisionmakers.
- Experience in designing and conducting complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis.
- Experience in evaluating juvenile and adult justice systems and programs.
- Experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g. Universities Colleges RAND Corp. to develop a research agenda.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent organizational skills.
- Strong ability to prioritize multiple assignments supervise and manage the work of a team of researchers work proactively and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:*In order to receive credit for any degree such as aMasters degree Ph.D or other doctoral degree you must indicate on the job application and attach a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization and degreeawardedand conferred date with Registrars signature and/or school seal with your application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days ofonline application submission oryour application may be rejected.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Experience based on application information desirable qualificationsand supplemental questionnaire weighted 100.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Candidates who do not achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on the Evaluation of Experience will be notified by mail. SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on theEvaluation of Experiencein order to be placed on the eligible register.
Applications will be processed on an asreceived basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve 12 months following the date of promulgation.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve 12 months.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCE
A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on the employment application resume and during the examination process is subject to verification.All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Copies of supporting documentation of selection requirements and qualifications including relevant research experience such as research projects peer review publications research papers including published research project(s) may be requested for review at any point of the recruitment process and subject to verification and rejection of application.
Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible register pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04.
All applicants must enter a current/updated EMAIL AND MAILING address at the time of filing as NOTICES MAY BE SENT BY EMAIL OR MAIL. Entering an invalid mailing/email address may result in the rejection of your application during the examination process. To update informationapplicantsmust make changes to their profile at
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Any
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Applications must be filed online via NEOGOV electronic submission ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail Fax or in person will not be accepted.
To apply for this examination click on the Apply button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m. PST on the last day of filing. Visit the NEOGOV website at may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree certification etc. as attachment(s) at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing you may email to within 15 calendar days of online application submission or your application may be rejected. Please include your name examination number and examination title on the email.
Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education training and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application.
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have CLEARLY shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Please fill out the application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education training and job experience. In the space provided for education include the names and addresses of schools attended titles of courses completed date completed and number of credit and/or certificates earned. All information and records are subject to verification. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION INCLUDING THE NAME(S) AND ADDRESS/ES OF YOUR EMPLOYER(S) YOUR JOB TITLE(S); BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES; THE FUNCTIONS PERFORMED INCLUDING A DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ROLE LEVEL OF INVOLVEMENT INDEPENDENCE AND INFORMATION ABOUT THE SIZE OF YOUR ORGANIZATION COMPLEXITY AND LEVEL OF ACCOUNTABILITY RELATED TO YOUR EXPERIENCE MAY IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.
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The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
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Employment Type
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