Junior Data Scientist

Job Posting Title Junior Data Scientist Agency 290 EMPLOYMENT SECURITY COMMISSION Supervisory Organization BPC-Investigations Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Annual Salary - $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 (based on education and experience) Job Description If applicable, please upload a copy of your two most recent performance reviews along with your resume. Job Type/Salary/Location Full-time Vacancies: One Salary: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 annually (based on education and experience) Primary Working Hours: M-F; 8:00am - 5:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Oklahoma City, OK Benefits The State of Oklahoma offers a comprehensive Benefits Packet, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. Position Essential Functions Collecting, cleansing, and validating data to ensure accuracy and consistency for analysis. Search for patterns, trends, and relationships in data sets to inform business strategy. Developing, training, and deploying algorithms to predict outcomes and automate decisions (e.g., neural networks, decision trees). Proficiency in SQL (tSQL, pSQL, GoogleSQL) for data analysis and interpretation. Use of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau or Power BI), and/or statistical analysis/programming (e.g., Python or R) Prepare administrative, statistical and/or fiscal documents pertaining to departmental activity. Plan and organize a component of an agency or institutional program or a major division, program, or function established to accomplish a basic goal or mission of the agency. On-site attendance is an essential function of the position, as the role requires direct interaction with staff, clients, and on-site office resources. These job functions, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Valued Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the methods of organization and management; of public administration; of agency policies and procedures; of grant or contract program requirements; of the legislative process; of basic research and statistical techniques; and of federal and state laws and regulations relating to administration of assigned programs. Ability is required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to evaluate potential outcomes and design ways to use data to prove or disprove perspectives; to exercise good judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions; and to organize and present facts and opinions. Physical Demands/Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires regular periods of sitting or standing and daily use of computer and phone. It also requires the occasional use of the office machinery in accordance with safety and security protocols. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education. Special Skills/Requirements Computer Skills – Employee must be capable of proficiently using the OESC’s standard software (Microsoft Office - Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Teams), and the Internet, as well as proficiency to learn other software as needed. Employee must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving objects of up to 25 pounds. Accommodation Statement OESC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here. Industries: Government Administration Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment. Visit the webpage for additional details and information on how to apply.