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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Scientist (Data Science & Informatics Specialist 2) - **Company:** Inc Washington - **Location:** Olympia, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $95,676.0 - $128,652.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Training Data, Microsoft Access, Databases, Data Integration, Data Sharing, Data Visualization, Relational Databases, SPSS (Software), Logistic Regression, Oracle (Applications), SAS (Software), SQL Databases, Stata, Multivariate Regression, Information Technology - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us8598217237ac17b29e07bcf701a79913/eaa ## About the Role * Eight (8) years of combined related education and/or experience. * Related experience includes experience as a researcher in the social science field, and/or experience using quantitative research methods which include multivariate regression analysis. * Related education includes education in quantitative social science, or related field. * Two (2) years of professional experience using statistical software like SAS, SPSS, STATA, or R. * One (1) year of experience using relational databases like Access, Oracle, or SQL. * Demonstrated leadership experience in team and project management. * Experience designing, managing, and working with complex administrative, demographic, and multi-source longitudinal databases. * Experience with applying advanced statistical methods, including linear and logistic regression models, to analyze complex data sets. * Experience communicating complex findings clearly through concise summaries and data-focused presentations for diverse audiences. Preferred Qualifications: * One (1) year of experience analyzing aggregate employment or training data. * Experience with design and analysis of survey data. * Experience in cost estimation for research projects and activities. ## Description As a Data Scientist, you will independently design and execute complex, statewide research projects that directly inform state policymaking and impact critical state and federal funding streams. Utilizing advanced statistical techniques, sophisticated systems, and rigorous analytical models, you will drive performance management, program evaluation, and survey design, translating data into actionable findings and strategic recommendations for executive leadership, board members, and external stakeholders. Beyond research execution, you will serve as the primary lead for agency data sharing agreements (DSAs), represent the agency on cross-agency data integration workgroups, and present findings at conferences and partner networks to foster collaboration and continuous process improvement. Duties Some of What You'll Enjoy Doing Includes: * Serve as one of the agency's Data Scientists, designing advanced statistical models for performance management, program evaluation, and survey design to inform state policymaking. * Direct multidisciplinary project teams and lead comprehensive economic and statistical research initiatives. * Translate complex data analyses into strategic findings and actionable recommendations for executive management and board members. * Develop statistical business procedures while ensuring agency databases and policies comply with state and federal regulations. * Lead multidisciplinary research teams as the primary researcher, overseeing projects from execution to final presentation. * Translate complex results into data visualizations and present key findings and recommendations to executive leadership, board members, and stakeholders. * Manage and maintain compliant agency data sharing agreements (DSAs) by identifying research data needs and collaborating with partners to ensure strict confidentiality and security. * Represent the agency on cross-agency workgroups to drive data integration solutions and streamline DSA processes. * Other duties as needed., Please provide the following documents in order to be considered; failure to do so may result in you not being considered for the position: * A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position * A current resume, detailing experience, and education * A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.). Please Note: By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed. A resume will not be substitute for completing the "duties summary" section of the online application. Please do not refer to the resume for detail or your application may be disqualified. Union Inclusion: This position is in a bargaining unit and falls under the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the state of Washington and the Washington Federation of State Employees. The Workforce Board is a small agency with a big mission! Its success is a critical component of our state's economic recovery and the future success of Washington's businesses and workers. Every position is necessary, and every employee is expected to meet very high standards of performance and productivity in order to fulfill the Board's obligations to the state's citizens and employers. We aim to be the workplace of choice for professionals in our fields of practice. Additionally, all Workforce Board employees are stewards of the public trust and are expected to model this behavior and attitude, and work to ensure that the public trust in the Workforce Board never falls into question. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. 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