Director, People & Decision Science

The Director of People and Decision Science leads the application of economics, statistics, data science, and experimentation to complex workforce decisions. This leader will build and manage a small team of data scientists while serving as the organization’s senior technical expert in workforce decision science.

• What is the causal impact of manager quality on productivity, engagement, and attrition?

• Which skills are becoming more valuable?

• How can we determine whether leadership development programs are producing their intended outcomes?

The ideal candidate combines the quantitative rigor of an economist or decision scientist with the ability to translate sophisticated analyses into practical recommendations for senior business and HR leaders.

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    10+ years of experience. Master’s or doctoral degree in economics, econometrics, statistics, operations research, decision science, quantitative social science, or a closely related field.

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    Deep expertise in several of the following areas: causal inference, econometrics, experimental design, statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization, forecasting, or behavioral economics.

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    Experience leading data scientists, economists, or quantitative researchers.

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    Demonstrated ability to work with large, complex datasets and collaborate effectively with data engineering and technology teams.

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    Strong business judgment and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly to nontechnical executives.

  Our Director-Data Science jobs earn between $241,500.00 - $362,300.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

  Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  
  
  • →Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • →401(k) plan
  • →Tuition reimbursement program
  • →Paid Parental Leave
  • →Paid Caregiver Leave
  • →Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
  • →Adoption Reimbursement
  • →Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
  • →Life and Accidental Death Insurance
  • →Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
  • →Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • →Extensive employee wellness programs
  • →Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
  • →Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
  • →Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays

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