Researcher 2

Ohio Department of Administrative Services•Columbus, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Independently coordinates research efforts & projects within the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP); Assign, direct, & coordinate projects & set priorities; Decide the type of project & perform necessary research; Conduct product research by contacting vendors or other agencies; Develop testing procedures & timelines; Collect & process data/information from tests. Analyze & summarize information in research paper or inter-office communication format to provide technical expertise/recommendations to senior staff. Setup lines of communication for projects; Schedule meetings with internal customers &/or vendors; Provides updates for project goals & timelines. Maintain & update a project tracking sheet & complete biweekly updates for senior staff. Create & maintain documentation for each product, including research documents, emails, follow up, meeting notes, etc. & respond to requests for information.

Requirements

12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in conducting research studies using operational, mathematical, analytical &/or statistical research techniques & preparing reports, records &/or technical evaluations related to research conducted.
12 mos. exp. as Researcher 1, 66921.
equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

Independently coordinates research efforts & projects within the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP)
Assign, direct, & coordinate projects & set priorities
Decide the type of project & perform necessary research
Conduct product research by contacting vendors or other agencies
Develop testing procedures & timelines
Collect & process data/information from tests.
Analyze & summarize information in research paper or inter-office communication format to provide technical expertise/recommendations to senior staff.
Setup lines of communication for projects
Schedule meetings with internal customers &/or vendors
Provides updates for project goals & timelines.
Maintain & update a project tracking sheet & complete biweekly updates for senior staff.
Create & maintain documentation for each product, including research documents, emails, follow up, meeting notes, etc. & respond to requests for information.