The Research Data Specialist I (RDS I) independently performs technical research and statistical work, with primary responsibility for a wide range of research and analytical duties for the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Research, Audits, and Evaluation Branch, Program Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Section, including complex statistical data generation, manipulation, and analysis. The RDS I provides expert consultative services to DDS management, staff, regional center representatives, community members and other stakeholders, informing of pertinent issues and proposing corrective courses of action as needed. The RDS I must have strong analytical, critical thinking, organizational, and writing skills, extensive experience with complex data, and be able to establish and nurture collaborative relationships with internal and external entities in order to build, monitor, and manage highly complex projects through their lifecycles. The RDS I must also serve as a resource for staff and regional center for questions regarding official program statistics for developmental services.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office and/or by telework. This position is eligible to participate in DDS’ hybrid telework schedule. Participation in telework is subject to DDS’ guidelines.
Onsite work is performed in an open-spaced, partitioned office. Work requires the use of a personal computer 75-85% of the time. This position requires the incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively; develop and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and adhere to departmental policies and procedures.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

THE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) MUST BE NUMBERED IN THE SAME ORDER AS THE FOLLOWING AREAS, TYPED IN 12-POINT ARIAL FONT, SINGLE SPACED, AND BE NO MORE THAN THREE PAGES IN LENGTH. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONS OR SUBMIT AN SOQ MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED.

• Describe how your education, training, experience and skills make you an ideal candidate for this position.

• Provide examples of any technical projects you have worked on and what tools or methods you used to ensure your analyses for those projects were accurate.

• Describe your experience generating and reporting actionable data to inform policy or program development.

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may NOT be considered for the position. Note: All foreign transcripts MUST be accompanied by a third party academic credential evaluation.
The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 2/14/2025

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Please refer the Job description for details