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GSD Data Scientist 1
Riverton, UT, United States (Híbrido)
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To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Job Description
The Global Services Department is a service organization dedicated to supporting leaders, members, and the workforce.
The Data Scientist 1 position supports the Global Service Department (GSD) in its mission to invite souls unto Christ by providing insightful analysis and support for GSD reporting tools and products. Responsibilities include developing reports, analyzing data, and designing dashboard solutions tailored to end-user needs. The role involves working both independently and collaboratively to deliver reporting solutions ranging from simple to complex, utilizing platforms such as Business Objects, Tableau, Power BI, and Microsoft Access. Additionally, the position conducts User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for deliverables completed by ICS or the Global Services Department.
Under the current Alternative Work Arrangement (AWA) for this position, the incumbent is required to work at least 1 day in the office each week (may be more based on business needs); therefore, must live close. Please note that this hybrid arrangement is subject to an approval process and may change at any time based upon business, team, division, and department needs.
Learn more about the GSD HERE! Enjoy our on-site building amenities that include a cafeteria and gym!
Responsibilities
The Data Scientist will work with structured data from single source and will provide strategic data models using machine learning algorithms to deepen insights. This person will be analytical with the ability to communicate, interpret and visualize the outcomes for the Department.
- Understand the Data
- Defining what the data is, where it is coming from, how it will be captured, and how it will be received
- Organize the Data
- Address usability, data modeling & structuring, aggregation, and statistical validity
- Configuring Data for Accessing
- Channeling the data to where it is needed, for predictive/statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and forecasting
- Reporting
- Using business requirements to tell the story, developing dashboards & reports that are actionable and measurable
- Security & User Acceptance
- Audience access, viewing including how the data will be received, communications, instruction on data use
- Outcomes/Insights
- Data that enables business leaders to make informed decisions
Non-Responsibilities
- Data warehousing and architecture
Qualifications
Required:
- BS/BA Degree in data science, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field
- Minimum 0-2 years performing Data Scientist or related role
- Knowledge of R, SQL and Python; familiarity with Scala, Java is an asset
- Experience using business intelligence tools (e.g. Tableau) and data frameworks
- Understanding of machine-learning and operations research
- Works with moderate oversight and meets established deadlines
- Delivers defined projects with frequent oversight
- Problem solving, debugging/troubleshooting and the designing and implementation of solutions to complex technical issues
- Thrive in both a team environment and as an individual contributor
- Inherent curiosity while applying scientific methodology to learning and discovery
- Effective Data Visualization and teaching
Preferred
- Data Analytics
- Data Science or AI/Machine Learning Certification
In addition to the qualifications listed, the ideal candidate is someone who:
- Able to confidently engage with senior leadership, communicate in a way that resonates with their priorities, and tailor strategies that foster alignment and support
- Maintains professionalism and stability under pressure, serving as a calming and reliable presence during challenges or change. Handles setbacks with maturity and keeps momentum moving forward
- Brings sharp thinking and comfort with complexity, quickly grasping new concepts and contributing thoughtful, strategic insights
- Approaches work with energy and determination, consistently pushing through obstacles to deliver results and see initiatives through to completion
About Us
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
- Job Identification 370766
- Job Category ES - Engineers and Scientists
- Posting Date 09/15/2025, 03:19 PM
- Locations 3740 W Market Center Dr, Riverton, UT, 84065, US (Híbrido)
- Apply Before 09/26/2025, 02:00 PM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Regular or Temporary Regular
- Worker Type Employee
- Number of Openings 1
- Qualificação de dignidade Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy.
- Anúncio/Mais informações Please note that this job posting may close at any time without prior notice. Find out more about the many benefits of Church Employment at https://careers.churchofjesuschrist.org.
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