Temporary Research Specialist I

The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking a Temporary Research Specialist I to support the Department of Housing & WorkForce Solutions (HWS).

Under general direction, to coordinate and assist in the planning, design, and implementation of complex, specialized research studies through the application of approved research and statistical methods; to perform basic program and project evaluations using advanced statistical methods, including basic process, impact and cost benefit analyses; and to perform other work as required.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated strengths in accountability, reporting and analytical work; can produce accurate, reliable data summaries, charts, and reports; and meet all deadlines.

At least 1 year of experience working with data and databases.

At minimum intermediate level of Microsoft Suites, Power BI, and Adobe Acrobat.

Work Schedule: 9/80 (9-hour workdays with every other Friday off)

Meet the Team!
The County of Riverside's Housing and Workforce Solutions (HWS) Department is a dedicated group that prioritizes delivering services to the County's most vulnerable populations.

Through helpful interventions that meet our county's housing and workforce related needs, HWS is promoting prosperous neighborhoods and healthy communities.

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About TAP
The Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) recruits and hires temporary employees for all County departments.

TAP assignments are a great way to learn about working for the County while working on a temporary, at-will basis.

Click here to learn more about TAP : https://rc-hr.com/temporary-medical-assignment-program-tapmap

TAP Benefits: https://rc-hr.com/files/users/user116/COR_2026_TAP_Guide_FINAL.pdf (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)• Initiates research and statistical investigations and recognize the need for research and statistical investigations in the areas of behavioral health or social service delivery and program planning and evaluation.

• Assists in the coordination with staff and outside agencies to obtain data; designs, organizes and develops research plans and evaluation designs.

• May assist in defining study populations and sample selection criteria; generating databases and writing queries and computer programs to produce ongoing and ad hoc reports; conducts surveys and interviews and administers questionnaire forms; collects and analyzes baseline and administrative data; performs random assignment of study subjects; and, periodically posts reports to the web site.

• Advises administrators of research findings and/or procedures; prepares narrative reports of findings with valid conclusions, projects program impacts, and predicts trends.

• Assists in conducting research to identify needs for new programs, identifies appropriate sources of funding to support new programs and prepares funding applications.Education: Graduation from a recognized college with a Bach...