Data Scientist 2

Posting number: 27-00433

Department: 532 Iowa Department of Management

Job classification: Data Scientist 2

Posting type: Open

Categories: IT and Computers, Program Management

Summary

This is a non-merit position. Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.

The Department of Management (DOM), Division of Data, Planning, and Improvement is seeking a Data Scientist 2 to join our team!

This role is responsible for overseeing the strategic vision, development, and daily operations of the Iowa Justice Data Warehouse (JDW), a critical enterprise data and analytics resource supporting justice-related decision-making across the state.

What You Will Do

• Lead the enterprise-wide Iowa JDW program, including strategy, operations, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement data governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations.
• Manage large-scale data sharing initiatives with key partners including the Judicial Branch, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Department of Corrections (DOC), and DOM.
• Oversee the ingestion and integration of new datasets to enhance the JDW’s value and robustness.
• Administer Business Objects for the JDW, including user access, security groups, and report development.
• Monitor and troubleshoot the JDW’s cloud environment and web applications, ensuring data integrity and system reliability.
• Lead the production of Correctional Impact Statements (approx. 115 per legislative session) and data validation for the annual Prison Population Forecast.
• Drive the development of public-facing dashboards and internal analytics tools to promote transparency and data accessibility.
• Respond to data requests from a wide range of stakeholders including the public, media, legal professionals, and policymakers.
• Compile, clean, and standardize complex datasets for analysis and reporting.
• Utilize SQL, R, and Excel for data transformation, analysis, and visualization.
• Serve as a backup resource to the Iowa Data Hub, supporting broader enterprise data initiatives.

What We Are Seeking

• Proven leadership experience in data analytics, program management, or a related field.
• Strong technical expertise in data governance, data integration, and analytics tools.
• Proficiency in SQL, R, Excel, and data visualization platforms.
• Experience working with justice system data or public sector data is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to think strategically while managing complex, detail-oriented projects.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment
• Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings options (RIC)
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Why Work with Us?
At the Iowa Department of Management (DOM), we help government agencies across the state perform at their best by managing financial resources, technology, and information. Our mission is rooted in service—we provide efficient, innovative, and strategic solutions that empower agencies to fulfill their goals.

We’re guided by four core values:

• Integrity – We act with honesty and accountability.
• Teamwork – We collaborate to achieve shared success.
• Service – We are committed to excellence in public service.
• Partnership – We build strong relationships to drive results.

Working Arrangement
This position requires onsite work in Des Moines, IA each week. Employees meeting all expectations of their work responsibilities may request remote work and develop a hybrid/remote schedule collaboratively with their manager.

Please note, candidates for this position must reside in the state of Iowa at the time of starting the role.

Background Check Requirements

• After a conditional offer of employment has been made, and as the final step in the hiring process, candidates for this position will be subject to a background investigation, which may include but may not be limited to a verification of a candidate’s education, previous employment/work history, contact of personal references, motor vehicle records, and a criminal history check (including through Federal, State, or Local criminal justice agencies).
• Information gathered as part of such background inves