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Annual Salary Ranges: Data Scientist I: $74,422-$115,357 Data Scientist II: $82,077-$127,234 First Review of Applications: September 19, 2025 Expected Start Date: October/November 2025 Description Overview of the Data Science Department The Data Science Department provides SANDAG member agencies, elected officials, other organizations, and the public with information and technical resources for regional planning, funding, and policymaking efforts. The department represents a broad range of expertise from land use and transportation modeling, applied social research, public safety, demographics, economics, and quality assurance. The information the department gathers, analyzes, produces, delivers, and maintains is essential to the success of SANDAG. Overview of the Data Quality Assurance/Quality Control Team The Data Quality Assurance/Quality Control team provides independent verification of data acquired or produced by SANDAG modeling, forecasting, analysis, mapping, and visualization efforts. In addition to conducting data verification steps, the team also develops and implements formalized policies and processes around data quality management. Role The Data Science Department is hiring a Data Scientist in the Data Quality Assurance/Quality Control team. Under supervision from the hiring manager, the position will support the development and implementation of quality control checks on datasets used and produced by teams across the agency to ensure quality and reliability. Typical Qualifications The minimum education, training, and experience include a bachelor’s degree with major course work in data science, computer science, management information systems, regional planning, geography, demography, economics, statistics, mathematics or a related field, and one to two years of professional experience in data analysis and programming.  Intermediate-advanced level programming experience in Python (and other object-oriented program languages) is critical. Knowledge of design principles for relational database management systems; experience creating SQL queries, stored procedures, and data views; familiarity with MS SQL Server or other enterprise relational database systems. Experience using geographic information system software such as ESRI ArcGIS or QGIS. Experience using Business Intelligence/Information Sharing software (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) to create reports and dashboards. Benefits SANDAG offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: Hybrid work options 9/80 flexible work schedule Pay-for-performance merit increases Retirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with Voya Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of service   Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandag ? for information and apply. First review September 19, 2025. EOE.

Chief Data Officer Montana State University Position Information Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 25390 For questions regarding this position, please contact: Ryan Knutson (406) 994-4061 rknutson@montana.edu. Classification Title: Executive Director Working Title: Chief Data Officer Brief Position Overview Montana State University is looking for a Chief Data Officer who will be expected to lead the fulfillment of the mission of University Data and Analytics by supporting and coordinating all institutional research, institutional effectiveness, assessment, accreditation, mandatory reporting, business analytics, and other data-focused decision-support activities. Position Number: 4C2530 Department: University Data & Analytics Division: VP for Information Technology Appointment Type: Professional Contract Term: Fiscal Year Semester: If other, specify From date: If other, specify End date: FLSA: Exempt Union Affiliation: Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE: 1.0 Benefits Eligible: Eligible Salary: Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Contract Type: MUS If other, please specify: Recruitment Type: Open Position Details General Statement The Chief Data Officer (CDO) under the guidance of the Vice President for Information Technology provides strategic oversight of the University’s data strategy and data analysis. The CDO’s primary focus areas are governance, innovation, analytics, and operations. The CDO achieves these goals through the management of University Data and Analytics. The office implements approaches to data analysis, data architecture, data management, and institutional research. The CDO works closely with university leadership along with other departments and offices and acts as a conduit from leadership and others in the institution to identify appropriate analytics to address institutional questions and communicate results to the President and other audiences. The CDO oversees UDA staff, including operations analysts and data scientists who: design and conduct complex analyses of the University and other pertinent external data; regularly interact with and communicate analytical outcomes to University decision-makers, including the President, Vice Presidents, Deans, faculty, staff, and students; develop innovative methods for conveying information; disseminate official results to appropriate agencies/audiences. Duties and Responsibilities • Leads and guides the University Data and Analytics office. • Responsible for governance structures for data and analysis. • Responsible for developing and continuing a strategic vision for data at MSU. • Direct the collection, analysis, and presentation of institutional and/or comparative data used to support and enhance policy formation and decision-making. • Direct reporting of all institutional data required by Federal, State, and accreditation agencies, the Board of Regents, and by campus administrators and committees. • Champion the integration of data sources and develop increased access to data to drive the mission of the University. • Facilitate the analysis of data as a strategic partner for leadership. • Contribute expertise in supporting student success efforts and initiatives. • Contributes expertise in supporting institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. • Increase the ability for key data stewards/stakeholders to effectively use data including areas such as enrollment management, space management, strategic priority action plans, annual operating budgets, institutional effectiveness and efficiency, faculty and staff effectiveness, and assessment of return on program investments. • Collaborate with the MSU System campuses Chancellors and CEOs related to a four-campus need for data analysis and integration. • Consult on survey design and analysis for campus constituents. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills 1. Master’s degree in the social sciences, data science, statistics, higher education, industrial/financial engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. 2. Five or more years of work experience in institutional research or analytics-related contexts. 3. Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating data analysis to organizational leaders and in public settings. 4. Progressively responsible project management experience. 5. Progressively responsible experience in managing staff, including retention, coaching, and performance/discipline management. 6. Demonstrated understanding of data management practices. 7. Advanced knowledge of research design. 8. Experience operating in a complex administrative information system. 9. Demonstrated successful experience applying data visualization tools and software (e.g.Tableau, Argos, Power BI) to facilitate user comprehension. Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills 1. Terminal degree from an accredited university in social sciences, data science, statistics, industrial/financial engineering, social, behavioral, or decision sciences, higher education or related field from an accredited university, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. 2. Progressively responsible experience working in a higher education setting. 3. Experience operating in an Ellucian Banner ERP environment. 4. Experience in data warehousing. The Successful Candidate Will • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with various constituencies, including administrators, diverse student body, faculty, and staff. • Aptitude for identifying process inefficiencies, identifying solutions, and successfully implementing changes. • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments. • Excellent written and oral communication, with demonstrated ability to communicate data and analysis to a lay audience. • Process and outcome orientation – the ability to see how outcomes of projects will impact the organization. • Demonstrated service, and inclusive design orientations – ability to collaborate with and view the process and product from the lens of constituents/end users. • The ability to provide decision support generated through data and informed analyses. Position Special Requirements/Additional Information Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting, and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim a veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but as a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This position has supervisory duties?: Yes Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies: 1 Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search Position End Date (if temporary): Open Date: Close Date: Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on July 7, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Special Instructions EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. Applicant Documents Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6270662

Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) invites applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Scientist position in environmental social science, with a focus on drought adaptation in rural communities. The candidate will be co-mentored by Dr. Elizabeth Koebele, Department of Political Science, and Dr. Loretta Singletary, Extension and Department of Economics. The anticipated start date of the position is June 1, 2025, and the candidate must be available to work in-person at UNR/in northern Nevada. The candidate will work on the multi-state research project “Where We Live”   funded by a National Science Foundation EPSCOR RII Track-2 award. The project investigates perceptions of and experiences with climate impacts and adaptation behaviors in rural communities across Nevada (focus on drought), Idaho (focus on wildfire), and South Carolina (focus on extreme heat). The postdoctoral scholar will be part of the Nevada interdisciplinary team, which includes diverse scholars from UNR and the Desert Research Institute, as well as the broader multi-state project team. We seek candidates with a strong interest in interdisciplinary scholarship, a demonstrated background in social science methods, and prior experience in socio-environmental synthesis for this role. The scholar will co-design and lead qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis for the Nevada team, including primary data collection through interviews in rural communities. They will also co-produce new knowledge in partnership with other scientists, local community stakeholders, and decision makers.  The scholar will also have opportunities for formal and informal mentoring, including the required creation and submission of an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in collaboration with the project mentors and the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at UNR. Additional funding will be made available for the scholar to travel to conferences and in-person team meetings.  Required Qualifications A Ph.D. in environmental studies, sustainability, public policy/public affairs, water resources, sociology, resource economics, urban studies, or a related field by the start date of the position. A strong interest in interdisciplinary scholarship and environmental/rural issues. Experience in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, as documented through course work or previous research. Demonstrated capacity to work independently and lead the development and publication of research results. Excellent written and oral communication skills in multiple venues (academic conferences, stakeholder meetings, etc.) Completion of a doctoral degree in the appropriate discipline is required. The doctoral degree must have been completed within the five years immediately preceding the first date of appointment as a postdoctoral fellow at the University. The individual cannot have held previous positions in the professional ranks  Preferred Qualifications Candidates with the following experience are encouraged to apply: Expertise in relevant topics such as climate hazards, climate adaptation, water resources/drought, and/or agricultural communities. Prior experience with interdisciplinary collaboration and team science. Prior experience working in/with rural communities. Prior experience with knowledge co-production. Perks of Working at UNR! Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance – Faculty Benefits E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.  E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues. Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate No state income tax! Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program Contact Information Search Coordinator Olga Ilchuk oilchuk@unr.edu    Attach the following attachments to your application 1)CV 2) Cover Letter (2 pages max.) 3) Contact Information for Three Academic or Professional References 4) Degree Transcript (unofficial)   This posting is open until filled Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.