Posting number: Y1764B
Department: HEALTH SERVICES
Job classification: SENIOR DATA SCIENTIST
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Health Services
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Y1764B
We welcome applications from anyone.
NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.
The application filing period will begin on October 28, 2026 – Continuous.
We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
LA Health Services is LA County’s integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are.
We serve as the safety net for more than 10 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver outstanding care—from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County.
With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors.
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LA Health Services seeking a dedicated Senior Data Scientist to join our team. Whether you’re working in community clinics or hospitals, this is an opportunity to grow your career while serving diverse communities across LA County.
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing outstanding care.
Under general supervision, leads the development and application of methods to identify, collect, process, organize, and analyze structured and unstructured data using advanced statistical prediction, inference, and optimization; effectively communicates results to County, departmental, and divisional decision makers and provides ongoing support to strengthen data-driven program design and management.
Two (2) years of experience carrying out complex data science projects that included independently developing and applying methods to identify, collect, process, structure, and analyze data using statistical prediction, inference, and optimization to support data-driven program design and management, at a level equivalent to the Los Angeles County class of Data Scientist*. Classification Specification Details
*You may still qualify even if your job title isn’t exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level — meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field of applied research such as Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Psychology, or Public Health that included 12 semester or 18 quarter units of coursework in data science, predictive analytics, quantitative research methods, or statistical analysis** -AND- Six (6) years of experience, including two (2) years in a lead capacity***, applying and overseeing the application of machine learning, predictive analytics, data management, and hypothesis-driven data analysis to make actionable recommendations to support program, policy, and operational decision-making.
A master’s or doctoral degree** from an accredited college or university in a field of applied research such Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Psychology, or Public Health may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience.
***For this examination, lead capacity is defined as assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed and providing technical assistance and training. A lead person is a Senior member of the Data Science team that provides technical assistance to other team members but does not supervise.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Additional credit will awarded to applicants who possess the following:
**In order to receive credit for the required degree, license, and certificate/s from an accredited institution, you must include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization. Your official transcripts from an accredited institution must show the degree conferred, the area of specialization, and the relevant course work specified in the requirements. The required degree should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Include official copies of all relevant documents. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf.
Documents marked as unofficial will not be accepted. We do not accept password-protected documents. Please make sure documents are unlocked.
If you are unable to attach the required documents to your application at the time of filing, you may email them within seven (7) calendar days from the application date to Darlene Beamon-Thomas at DBeamon-Thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov. Please include your full name (as it appears on your application), the exam number, and the exam title in the email message.
Training & Experience (T&E) Evaluation: This assessment type will evaluate the experience you list on the online application and supplemental questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses: Requirements to Qualify, Desirable Qualifications, and Supplemental Questionnaire responses.
Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the eligible list.
We process applications as we receive them. If you pass the assessment, we will place you on a list for 12 months. Hiring managers within LA Health Services will use this list to fill vacancies as they become available.
Successful applicants that were added to the eligible list may not apply for this examination for twelve (12) months following the date of being placed on the eligible list. Applications received before expiration from the eligible list will be rejected.
Applicants who did not meet the requirements may reapply after 30 days of their most recent application if the exam is still open for filing,
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to https://www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and prevent incorrect email addresses.
Please fill out the application completely! The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
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Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
All applicants are required file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.
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.
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. LA Health Services is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
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