RESEARCH ANALYST II, BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

JOB COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENTEXAM NUMBER:F8972CFIRST DAY OF FILING: February 28, 2020 AT 8:00 A.M.THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IF THEY WISH.TYPE OF RECRUITMENTOPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITYDEFINITION: Assists in planning and conducting research projects involving experimental designs, field studies and surveys in the behavioral or social science. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Assists in planning, designing, conducting, and interpreting research projects.Collects, processes and analyzes data for approved studies including the use of such techniques as multiple and partial correlation, multiple regression and simple analysis of variance including the use statistical software.Conduct extensive research review with database tools such as Internet based, library, or research databases.Prepares reports and initial recommendations based on research findings and communicates them orally, in writing, or through graphic representations and statistical summaries.Consults with departmental staff to explain procedures for conducting research projects and to obtain information necessary to carry out projects.Assists project supervisor on a team project and supervises trainees assigned to assist with the project or may independently carry out assignments under minimal supervision.Prepares initial recommendations and submit them for review with interpretations of analytical data in appropriate format.May supervise clerical personnel in connection with specific research projects, as needed. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION EXAMINATION CONTENT:The examination will consist of an Evaluation of Experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and Supplemental Questionnaire weighted 100%.Candidates who do not achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Evaluation of Experience will be notified by mail. SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the weighted test part in order to be placed on the eligible register.ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.SPECIAL INFORMATION: FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCEA thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on the employment application, resume, and during the examination process is subject to verification.All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.Copies of supporting documentation of selection requirements and qualifications, including relevant research experience, such as research projects, peer review publications, research papers, including published research project(s) may be requested for review at any point of the recruitment process and subject to verification and rejection of application.Candidates who are found unsuitable for employment will be removed from the eligible register pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.04.All applicants must enter a current/updated EMAIL AND MAILING address at the time of filing as NOTICES MAY BE SENT BY EMAIL OR MAIL. Entering an invalid mailing/email address may result in the rejection of your application during the examination process. To update information, applicants must make changes to their profile at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty VACANCY INFORMATIONThe resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County Probation Department. AVAILABLE SHIFT: AnyAPPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online via NEOGOV electronic submission ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.To apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. Visit the NEOGOV website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachment(s) at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email [email protected] 15 calendar days of online application submission or your application may be rejected. Please include your name, examination number, and examination title on the email.Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification.SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application.The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have CLEARLY shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Please fill out the application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, date completed, and number of credit and/or certificates earned. All information and records are subject to verification. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the selection process.FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION INCLUDING THE NAME(S) AND ADDRESS/ES OF YOUR EMPLOYER(S), YOUR JOB TITLE(S); BEGINNING AND ENDING DATES; THE FUNCTIONS PERFORMED INCLUDING A DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ROLE, LEVEL OF INVOLVEMENT, INDEPENDENCE, AND INFORMATION ABOUT THE SIZE OF YOUR ORGANIZATION, COMPLEXITY AND LEVEL OF ACCOUNTABILITY RELATED TO YOUR EXPERIENCE MAY IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.Department Contact Name: Probation Examinations & Recruitment Unit, Non-Sworn ExamsDepartment Contact Number: (562) 940-2659Department Contact Email:[email protected] Services Phone: (800) 735-2922ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 367-4950Teletype Phone: (877) 988-7800