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RESEARCH ANALYST III, BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

County of Los Angeles Probation Department Job Role Overview Responsibilities and expectations for the Research Analyst III in Behavioral Sciences, focusing on complex behavioral and social science research projects to improve County services. Essential Job Functions Develop original research hypotheses directed toward the improvement of County services in areas such as mental health, probation, welfare services and human relations. Plan, design, conduct and evaluate 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. Prepare reports and recommendations based on research findings. Consult with other departmental professional and administrative personnel in the development of study designs, the execution of the studies and the practical application of the results of research projects. Consult and maintain collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g., Universities, Colleges, RAND Corp.) concerning research problems, studies and developing a research agenda. Train and supervise technical and clerical personnel in connection with research projects. Use statistical research software such as SAS, SPSS, ArcGIS, and GIS to perform complex data analysis and produce reports. Define data requirements, gather and validate information, apply judgment and statistical tests. Plan, develop, and maintain research, data and related databases and systems. Plan and design complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods. Conduct extensive literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodology of a topic and provide a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases, Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources. Contextualize and present data in compelling graphics for Department staff, community stakeholders, and decision-makers. Evaluate juvenile and adult justice systems and programs to ensure quality and effectiveness of services provided. Requirements Option I: Ph.D. or other doctoral degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in a field of the behavioral or social sciences AND at least one year of post-doctoral research experience including responsibility for the design, evaluation, and implementation of research projects in a behavioral or social science field. Option II: Master’s degree in a field of the behavioral or social sciences and any combination of relevant education and/or experience totaling five (5) years. Physical Class 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, cross-sectional data, conducting predictive analytics, and utilizing research data and management techniques. Published research in peer-reviewed 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 decision-makers. 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 fast-paced environment. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: EEO Programs . Testing Accommodations For Applicants The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: Accessibility . Fair Chance 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr County of Los Angeles

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