Data Scientist Associate

JEA•Jacksonville, FL

8d•$67,725 - $87,058

About The Position

Professional work that assists in the use of statistical, algorithmic, mining, and visualization techniques to model complex problems and evaluate business challenges and opportunities. Assists in preparing, integrating, and designing large, varied datasets and databases. Assists in scoping, designing, and developing advanced analytical models and algorithms. Partners with internal stakeholders to gather, prepare, and build data sets for use in analytical models. Participates in ongoing training to continuously upgrade technical knowledge and skills. Assists in gathering requirements from business subject matter experts. Assists in calibrating and tuning advanced analyses and models. Solves complex business problems. Participates in ongoing tracking and monitoring of performance of decision systems and statistical models. Presents findings to internal stakeholders and business partners. Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Social Science Research, or related discipline. OR Four (4) year combination of education, training, and/or experience in statistical analysis, machine learning, and predictive modeling using large, varied data sets.
Applicants that are actively enrolled in and attending college and are within the final year of their degree program will be deemed eligible, allowed to test/interview for the position, and if successful, will be placed on the eligibility list.
Successful completion of the degree must be presented prior to hire date.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION : Certification, Registration and/or Training specific to the job may be required during employment.
Sitting Up to 7 hours per day
Walking Up to 2 hours per day
Standing Up to 3 hours per day
Bending Up to 2 hours per day
Squatting Up to 1 hour per day
Stooping Up to 2 hours per day
Reaching Up to 2 hours per day
Climbing Balancing Up to 1 hours per day
Stairs Up to 1 hours per day
Twisting Up to 1 hour per day
PC Use Up to 6 hours per day
This position requires that employees be in compliance with JEA procedure HUMR - Screening Personnel Risk Assessments (pre-hire for “FACTA” designations; pre-hire and recurring for “CIP” designations).

Responsibilities

Assists in the use of statistical, algorithmic, mining, and visualization techniques to model complex problems and evaluate business challenges and opportunities.
Assists in preparing, integrating, and designing large, varied datasets and databases.
Assists in scoping, designing, and developing advanced analytical models and algorithms.
Partners with internal stakeholders to gather, prepare, and build data sets for use in analytical models.
Participates in ongoing training to continuously upgrade technical knowledge and skills.
Assists in gathering requirements from business subject matter experts.
Assists in calibrating and tuning advanced analyses and models.
Solves complex business problems.
Participates in ongoing tracking and monitoring of performance of decision systems and statistical models.
Presents findings to internal stakeholders and business partners.
Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.

Benefits

JEA offers a generous benefits and compensation package, with most benefits starting on your first day of employment .
Paid Time Off: 13 paid holidays plus an exceptional annual leave benefit to be used for vacation, personal and sick time.
Medical: Three comprehensive medical plans offered as options for you and your dependents–including one plan with 100% paid coverage for the employee.
Other Benefits: Exceptional benefits package beginning from first day of employment.
Dental
Vision
Health accounts – employer sponsored HSA and HRA
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability and more.
Retirement: JEA provides a great benefits and retirement package for its employees. Employees may begin participation in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan on day one of employment. Employees have the flexibility to choose from a variety of investment options to help them achieve their retirement goals.
Health & Wellness To encourage our employees to develop and maintain good health, JEA offers access to the Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program as well as 11 onsite fitness centers. From annual flu shots and biometric screenings to health risk assessments and periodic access to an on-site mobile mammography unit, the program offers something for everyone.