Plans and directs the activities of a research or statistical unit of a state agency.
Positions in this class normally manage and direct a group of researchers or statisticians. Some positions serve as senior statisticians on very complex projects or as the assistant to the director of a large statistics or research program.
Organizes and plans the programs and activities of a unit involved in research or statistical studies. Designs complex research and/or statistical studies and projects to include the collection, analysis and presentation of data. Supervises statisticians, biostatisticians or researchers in the compilation and publication of agency and state reports. Reviews and approves research designs and methods for data collection, analysis and presentation. Oversees and assists in the development and refinement of computer analysis and display techniques. Analyzes, interprets and forecasts trends in economics, populations, etc. Recruits, orients and trains personnel. Supervises the development and preparation of program budgets in conjunction with planned activities.
Knowledge of research and statistical methods. Knowledge of inferential statistics. Knowledge of computers and computer application software. Knowledge of the compilation, analysis and presentation of statistical and research data. Knowledge of management, organizational and administrative methods and techniques. Ability to interpret agency policies and procedures. Ability to supervise other employees performing research or statistical work. Ability to present information effectively both orally and in writing.
A bachelor's degree and professional experience as a planner, researcher or statistician.A master's degree in statistics or a related discipline may be substituted for the required work experience.