RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all.

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.

Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager II, the Research Data Specialist I (RDS I) works with Cal OES program staff to identify and resolve database-related issues, provide enhancements to applications and dashboard products, make recommendations for process improvements and new solutions for effective program management, and deliver analytical products for both program-specific areas and general emergency response and recovery.

Works with external agencies on data sharing, distribution, modeling capabilities, and integrates data sharing capability within a web environment.

The incumbent is responsible for researching, assessing, and preparing applications and geospatial services, and recommending adoption of applications and authoritative data services.

Plans for and performs data creation and preparation for applications for the Cal OES Common Operating Picture (COP); Concepts of Operations for situational awareness in major disasters;

and other products as necessary.

• The incumbent performs these duties within various federal and state disaster assistance grant programs within the Cal OES Recovery Directorate including, but not limited to : the Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Grant;
• California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA); Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG); Individual Assistance (IA), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP);

Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness grant (HMEP); Pre-Disaster Mitigation program (PDM); Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA); and other grant programs.

The incumbent is well versed in data analysis tools and platforms within an enterprise environment with related experience in application development, integrations, data conversion, RDBMS, and web technologies.

Under general direction, the incumbent independently develops and designs data schemas and databases for emergency management sources and resource data.

Evaluates available data and makes recommendations for additional databases needed within Cal OES. Conducts technical research and provides advice regarding application of software and data.

Gathers, compiles, analyzes, and interprets data for database updates and maintenance.

In alignment with CalOES Recovery strategic guidance and leadership intent, the incumbent is a customer-focused problem solver, and is innovative in researching and offering recommendations for potential consideration to management.

This position is located in the Recovery Analytics Unit in Mather, CA.

Training and Development (T&D) assignments are temporary assignments to provide an employee training and experience to move to a different occupational field.

A T&D assignment is a formal agreement between the employee, the current supervisor, and the new supervisor. The duration of agreements can vary in length but shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.

The duration may also be the length of experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications. Please note they are only available to current California State employees who have permanent status.

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Working Conditions

Telework

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule which includes up to two days of remote work per week. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

Conflict of Interest

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment.

Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Special Requirements

Application Package Requirements To have your application considered for this job opportunity :

• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the EMPLOYMENT HISTORY section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the From and To dates with the month, day and year, the Hours Per Week that you worked and the Total Worked (Years / Months).

You may include overtime hours.

• You must complete the DUTIES PERFORMED on the State Application (do not note see attached resume in this section) . Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.

If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required.

Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course / degree equivalency.

NOTE : Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678.

Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.

A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies. All hires may be subject to a criminal background check. We encourage applicants to apply electronically.

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