Data Science & Informatics Specialist 3
Dept. of Corrections · Multiple Locations Statewide, WA · Washington
- Role
- Data scientist
- First seen
- Aug 20, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Permanent - $105,612.00 - $142,020.00 Annually
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Summary
The Data Science Informatics Specialist 3 is a senior expert role within the Washington State Department of Corrections' Research and Data Analytics division. This telework/hybrid position leads high-impact data science projects that advance public safety by translating complex business questions into rigorous analytical strategies, designing data pipelines, and developing scalable solutions. The role also mentors junior staff and establishes data governance frameworks and best practices across the agency.
Key qualifications
- Master's degree in data science, informatics, mathematics, computer science, statistics, or related quantitative field plus 1 year of professional data science experience; OR Bachelor's degree plus 3
- Ability to design rigorous analyses, identify risks to accuracy, and set evaluation criteria based on organizational needs
- Skilled in data exploration, feature engineering, and using R, Python, SQL, or SAS to build automated processes and conduct analyses
- Experience discovering business needs, building organizational relationships, and presenting technical results to diverse audiences
- Leadership and mentoring experience with junior data science staff and involvement in data science communities
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