Research Data Specialist II (JC-431084) 05/22/2024

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Link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=431084

Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers after the job closes on 5/22/2024. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.

The State Water Resources Control Board’s Office of Research, Planning, and Performance has an opening for a Research Data Specialist II in the Water Conservation Unit. Join a team doing exciting work to implement a new way of managing urban water use across the state. You would lead efforts to evaluate water conservation impacts on water, wastewater, and recycled water systems, support the implementation of water conservation and efficiency actions and regulations, and serve as a resource to the unit for statistical analysis, survey design, data science, and quality assurance.

Learn more about our program here:

Telework may be possible. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 13th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

Duties:

The Research Data Specialist (RDS) II is responsible for performing complex and analytical duties. Duties include performing quality assurance and quality control on various datasets, evaluating the effectiveness of existing and proposed urban water conservation requirements, and making recommendations for how to best carry out data collection and analysis. The RDS II is required to work independently, communicate effectively, and manage multiple tasks. The RDS II must have a strong working knowledge of data science and data visualization. The RDS II should help support an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives and experiences, and is free from discrimination. The RDS II is expected to provide all members of the public with equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Salary information – CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.

Be sure to take the Research Data Specialist II exam found on the CalCareers exam search main web page.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $7,201.00 - $9,013.00 per month

The Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.