DATA SCIENTIST

GRADE


20


LOCATION OF POSITION


MDH Operations
Data Office


201 W. Preston Street


Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job


The main purpose of this full-time contractual Data Scientist position will be to:

• Analyze data using statistical techniques;
• Implement and maintain databases;
• Gather data from primary and secondary sources; and
• Identify, analyze and interpret trends from the data.

Common responsibilities include extracting data using special tools and software, responding to data-related queries, setting up processes to make data more efficient, analyzing and interpreting trends from the data, and reporting trends to add business value.

This position will also assist the data science teams translate raw data into valuable data visualizations that drive organizational goals.

Please Note : This position is hybrid telework eligible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.


Experience : Six years of administrative staff or professional work.


Notes :


1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.


2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.


3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for five years of the required experience.


4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


The desired candidate should possess:

• Experience developing interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI and Tableau, including proficiency in Tableau Calculated Fields and Level of Detail (LOD) Expressions;
• Working knowledge of Python for data analysis, scripting, and automating data processing and pipelines;
• Strong proficiency in writing optimized SQL queries for extracting, transforming, and analyzing data;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, and Lookup functions;
• Experience managing data dictionaries, codebooks, and data validation rules, with a focus on ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and quality across reporting systems; and
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and KPIs, translate them into effective visualizations, and maintain clear documentation of reporting processes, business logic, and data definitions.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS


Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.


SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).


Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.


Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.


Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.


Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.


If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to View phone number on click.appcast.io. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.


For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io.


If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.


Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: View phone number on click.appcast.io or MD TTY Relay Service View phone number on click.appcast.io.


We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.


People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.


As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.