Artificial Intelligence Analyst

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT EXTERNAL LINK PROVIDED

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, information sciences, or a related field, and two years of progressively responsible experience in artificial intelligence, data analytics, machine learning model development, or application system analysis and design; or any equivalent combination of related education, training and experience.  Applicants within six months of meeting the education or experience requirements may be considered for trainee status.

Successful completion of a drug screen and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.
Position Summary:
This is responsible, advanced technical work in the design, development, and implementation of artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions to support County departments and elected officials. The position focuses on applying machine learning, predictive analytics, and automation tools to enhance decision-making, improve service delivery, and streamline operations across the organization.

An employee assigned to this classification evaluates the needs of County departments and elected officials and translates those needs into AI-driven solutions. These solutions may involve predictive analytics, machine learning models, natural language processing, or intelligent automation, and are implemented using available data sources, cloud platforms, application software, and computing infrastructure in a secure, scalable, and cost-effective manner.

Work is performed under the general direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained.
Examples of Duties:
This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work.

Exudes a positive customer service focus.

Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County’s core values.

Designs, develops, trains, tests, and deploys machine learning and AI models to support data-driven decision-making and business process automation.

Analyzes large and complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for predictive insights.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define AI use cases, gather requirements, and develop prototypes.

Develops and maintains documentation for AI models, workflows, algorithms, and results to ensure transparency and reproducibility.

Integrates AI and data science solutions into existing enterprise applications and platforms, including Microsoft Azure and Power BI.

Monitors model performance and accuracy over time, retraining and refining algorithms as needed.

Stays current with emerging technologies and industry trends in AI, machine learning, and data analytics.

Ensures AI solutions adhere to ethical, legal, and security standards including data privacy and transparency.

Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Extensive knowledge and understanding of data modeling, data wrangling, and exploratory data analysis. Familiarity with artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) frameworks.

Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning principles, including unsupervised learning, neural networks, and natural language processing.

Knowledge of ethical AI practices, data governance, and model interpretability standards.

Proficient skills in cloud platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure, including Azure Machine Learning and Azure AI services.

Skills in managing projects and documenting workflows, models, and outcomes clearly and accurately.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into AI-driven solutions.

Ability to interpret complex datasets and produce visualizations using tools such as Power BI.

Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including the preparation of written reports and memoranda.

Ability to develop long and short-range goals and ensure they are properly implemented.

Ability to conduct meetings.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, fellow employees, constitutionals and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and bend.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is primarily performed in an office setting.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.