The incumbent works under the general direction of the Chief, Data and Integrity Branch, Research Scientist Supervisor II (RSS II). The Research Scientist II (RS II) conducts data analysis and scientific research studies of moderate scientific scope and complexity to investigate, detect, and mitigate fraudulent activity against the WIC program to develop and monitor participant-based high-risk indicators, and apply behavioral modeling and data analytics to protect the fiscal health of WIC. The RS II theorizes and tests various hypotheses to identify suspect WIC participant and staff activity within the WIC program; ensures the WIC certification process conforms to federal guidelines and evaluates fiscal, program, and health outcomes. The RS II develops data tables, figures, written summaries, reports, presentations, and articles for internal and external stakeholders, and may provide expert testimony at administrative hearings.
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