Data Scientist - Newmarket, Canada - York Regional Police

York Regional Police

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Newmarket, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Date:
Apr 19, 2023

Location:
CA, L4G 0S7

Company:
York Regional Police

REFERENCE:
#23-18E (REPOST)

POSITION TITLE:
Data Scientist

DEPARTMENT:
Business Intelligence & Data Analytics

SALARY:
$106,385 - $111,724 per annum

STATUS:
One (1) permanent position, 40 hours per week

LOCATION:
York Regional Police Headquarters

OPENING DATE:
September 6, 2023

CLOSING DATE:
September 19, 2023

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties for this position may involve but are not limited to:

Researches, develops and implements data models and methodologies to analyze and forecast crime trends and staffing requirements etc.
Provides support, advice and cross functional team training as required.
Identify innovative ways to solve problems by working with a variety of data sets.
Perform largescale data analysis to identify root cause.
Provide strategic advice and guidance on data science to BI Management and YRP senior leadership in support of achieving service priorities.
Develop tools and methodologies to more efficiently interpret large data sets.
Maintain an awareness of new technologies within the realm of data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence and big data analysis.
Produce reports, presentations and data visualizations.
Prepare project plans, status reports and updates for BI Management.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of a four (4) year university degree in data science, computer science, machine learning, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of previous experience in data science, machine learning or artificial intelligence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High level of expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning, predictive modelling/forecasting and data mining techniques.
Experience with relational and nonrelational databases Oracle, SQL and NoSQL.
Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, SQL, NoSQL and experience. automating tasks to clean, integrate and prepare data for analysis.
Strong knowledge of geospatial analytics using the Esri platform.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal members at all ranks, external vendors to explain technical information in easy to understand terms.
Flexible and innovative approach to complex issues.
Experience working in a teamoriented collaborative environment.
Strong written and technical documentation skills.
Effective organizational and prioritization skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong critical thinking, problem solving and decisionmaking skills.
Data Scientist certification or Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) designation is an asset.

HOW TO APPLY:

Only those selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.

York Regional Police has implemented a Hybrid Remote Work option that is offered to various positions in the organization. Further detail can be discussed during the recruitment process.

York Regional Police is committed to fairness and equity in our recruitment and selection process, and in building and retaining a talented and diverse workforce representative of the community we serve.

All York Regional Police employment policies and procedures are intended to be non-discriminatory and barrier-free.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with differing abilities upon request.

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