This is statewide recruitment. Reporting location will be the closest OEIS office to the selected candidate’s residence.
Sacramento: 715 P Street, 15th Floor, CNRA Building, Sacramento CA 95814
Oakland Office: 555 12th Street, Suite 425, Oakland, CA 94607
LA Office: 3950 Paramount Blvd, Suite 210, Lakewood, CA 90712
Are you looking to make a difference and join a highly motivated team working on issues critical to ensuring the safety and sustainability of California? The Data Analytics Division is seeking a Research Data Specialist I (RDSI) to help enable data-informed decision making.
Under the general direction of the Research Data Supervisor II, within the Development Unit of the Data Analytics Division, the incumbent will independently perform bulk spatial data processing, updates, quality control, and database ingestion of utility data submissions. The RDSI will work under general direction to develop and implement maps, dashboards, Web Apps, and other tools for analyzing, viewing, and evaluating geographic, demographic, utility infrastructure, excavation, and other data in programmatic analyses of activities associated with wildfire risk mitigation and underground infrastructure safety. The incumbent is distinguished as a consultant and advisor to management on data storage, performance, validation and QA/QC processes, and training non-technical staff to use spatial data products to perform additional workflows.
The Data Analytics Division supports the operational needs of the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety. The division creates, maintains, distributes, and operationalizes information to enable data-supported decisions that are faster, more consistent, and more transparent. Energy Safety values strong analytical and communication skills and seeks individuals who perform well in team environments.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for applicants residing in California, in accordance with Government Code Section 14200 and the Department’s current telework policy. A hybrid schedule typically includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office a minimum of two days per week; however, the specific number of in-office days and the overall telework schedule are subject to change at the sole discretion of the Department based on operational needs, policy changes, or direction from State leadership. Employees may be required to report to their designated work location with minimal notice. Telework does not alter the terms and conditions of employment, essential job functions, or compliance with departmental policies.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

FAILURE TO INCLUDE AND COMPLETE THE SOQ MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR INTERVIEW. RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS WILL NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF THE SOQ.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
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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: 9/23/2025

Please refer the Job description for details