Data Scientist

Office of Governmental Accountability; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Governmental Accountability in Hartford seeks a Data Scientist to support oversight through research, data analysis, and performance measurement of the state’s correctional system. The role includes collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources, developing databases, tracking systems, and preparing reports for internal and external audiences.

Based in Hartford with Monday–Friday, 40-hour weeks, the position may include occasional travel to correctional facilities and remote

Qualifications

• Seven years of professional experience in data analytics, quantitative methods, or geographic information systems involving statistical modeling or spatial data analysis
• One year of experience at the junior working level assisting with data management, analysis, and predictive activities
• Knowledge of research design, statistical analysis, and data management principles
• Ability to conduct statistical analysis, prepare data visualizations, and summarize findings for reports
• Experience with relevant software tools, programming languages, and spatial analysis platforms
• Strong oral and written communication skills to translate data findings into recommendations

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data from multiple sources to support oversight of the correctional system
• Develop databases and tracking systems to monitor performance metrics
• Conduct statistical analyses to identify systemic issues and trends
• Prepare reports for internal and external audiences translating data into actionable insights
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders and policy makers

Skills

Data analytics

Quantitative methods

Geographic information systems

Research design

Statistical analysis

Communication

Tools

GIS software

Statistical tools

Job description

The Data Scientist supports the Connecticut Office of Correction Ombudsman's oversight mission through research, data analysis, and performance measurement related to the state's correctional system. The role involves collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources, developing databases and tracking systems, conducting statistical analyses to identify systemic issues, and preparing reports for internal and external audiences. Based in Hartford with Monday-Friday, 40-hour weeks, the position may include occasional travel to correctional facilities and remote work as permitted by state policy.

Key qualifications:

• Seven years of professional experience in data analytics, quantitative methods, or geographic information systems involving statistical modeling or spatial data analysis


• One year of experience at the junior working level assisting with data management, analysis, and predictive activities


• Knowledge of research design, statistical analysis, and data management principles


• Ability to conduct statistical analysis, prepare data visualizations, and summarize findings for reports


• Experience with relevant software tools, programming languages, and spatial analysis platforms


• Strong oral and written communication skills to translate data findings into recommendations