This position supports the CDPH mission and strategic plan by advancing the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. As an employee of the Data and Integrity Branch, the incumbent serves as part of a team that collects, analyzes, monitors, and leverages data, research, and policies to benefit, optimize and protect the WIC program and its participants, local agencies, and vendors.
The incumbent works under the general direction from the Division Chief, Career Executive Assignment (C.E.A.). The Research Scientist Supervisor II (RSS II) manages the Data and Integrity Branch which includes the Program Integrity and Audits Section, the Participant Analysis, Research, and Evaluation Section, and the Vendor Analysis, Research, and Evaluation Section. The RSS II represents California’s perspective in communications with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), National WIC Association (NWA), and research partners to identify WIC research and program evaluation needs, data collection and analysis requirements, and program integrity strategies: evaluates and guides opportunities to participate in national and statewide research projects. Provides technical assistance necessary to complete the more complex and highly sensitive assignments related to WIC research, monitoring, and program evaluation activities; leads efforts to improve program integrity activities via advanced data analytics. Assures compliance with state and federal policies and data reporting requirements. The RSS II actively participates as a member of the WIC Division’s Management Team and Senior Leadership Team.
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