Statistician III / 61128859 Job at State of South Carolina, Columbia, SC

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  • State of South Carolina
  • Columbia, SC

Job Description

Salary: $46,655.00 - $66,488.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 172443

Agency: Department of Social Services

Division: Accountability, Data, and Research

Opening Date: 01/10/2025

Closing Date: 1/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement: No

Class Code:: BB57

Position Number:: 61128859

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 6

Hiring Range - Min.: $46,655.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $66,488.00

Opening Date: 01/10/2025

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities


Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you!

Job Duties:

  • The Statistician III performs senior level professional inferential statistical functions in the design, analysis and presentation of complex, non-routine research and statistical studies; plans and designs surveys, experimental designs and research projects.
  • Develops statistical models; develops and refines techniques for computer analysis and presentation of data.
  • Prepares charts, tables or other graphic presentations as well as narrative reports.
  • Designs complex research and statistical studies from the hypothesis development stage through the final analysis and presentation of findings.
  • Forecasts future trends for policy implementation.
  • Provides technical expertise to management. Serves as leader on large research projects.
  • Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duties/services as directed.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A Bachelor's Degree with statistical courses and experience in statistics.

Preferred Qualifications


A Master's Degree in Math, Statistics, or other related degree preferred.

Additional Comments


This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.

Must have a valid driver's license and access to motor vehicle. Ability to enter information into computer. Must have a high tolerance for noise or irate clients. Must be able to travel to attend regional and/or state meetings and training.

If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.

The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
  • 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
  • 15 days sick leave per year
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
DIVISION: Accountability, Data, and Research / Richland County

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01


Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.

02


I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of the official application. Any misrepresentation will result in disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application may be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
  • Yes
  • No

03


I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
  • Yes
  • No

04


I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
  • Yes
  • No

05


If you selected "Yes" that you are a veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
  • Yes
  • No

06


Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency/agencies.

07


How did you hear about this job opportunity?
  • HR Recruiter
  • DSS Employee
  • Careers Website
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • SCWORKS
  • College/University Job Portal
  • Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
  • Radio/TV/Billboard
  • Other

08


If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.

09


Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate
  • None of the above

10


What is your area of study?

11


Do you have experience in statistics?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question State of South Carolina

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Remote job, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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