Significant Career Lesson From a Data Specialist at the California Department of Justice
Vikram, a Data Specialist at the CA Department of Justice, emphasizes the significance of "being defensible" in every aspect of work, because working for the DOJ means that "every email you sent, every message you sent...can be used against you." Therefore, the lesson learned in this particular career is the importance of being cautious and able to justify every action, as well as being able to "work your way backwards," which has played a huge role in their career.
Defensibility, Communication, Professionalism, Government, Legal Awareness
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Vikram Saroay
Data Specialist
CA Department of Justice
Sac State
MBA from WGU
Engineering - Electrical
Government & Public Sector, Justice, Public Order & Safety
Data and Analytics
Video Highlights
1. Importance of being defensible in all communications, especially in sensitive roles like those at the Department of Justice.
2. The need to be careful about what you say in professional settings, as any communication can be scrutinized.
3. The value of being able to trace your steps and justify your actions, which requires meticulous record-keeping and a clear understanding of your decisions.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
One lesson that I learned that played a huge role is being defensible. When working for the DOJ, you have to be defensible about everything. Every email you sent, every message you sent, can be used against you.
Therefore, you have to be very careful what you say. Being defensible, and being able to work your way backwards and keep track of that, has played a significant role in this particular career.