Project Manager

Under the general direction of the Data Analytics and Reporting Unit Chief and Supervisor, the Research Data Specialist I (RDS I) is responsible for independently planning, organizing, and conducting complicated studies pertaining to all mandated research projects and special executive assignments. The RDS I will be assigned to serve as the senior analyst on insurance related research projects and assignments for the Data Analytics and Reporting Unit.

The RDS I will be required to effectively use multi-tasking techniques, problem solving skills, team building skills, communication skills, and strong organization/planning techniques in a highly complex environment requiring his/her attention on several concurrent projects with multiple deadlines.

The RDS I will be required to develop, compile and produce the master data and report tables, and all materials related to the mandated requirements. This may require the innovative and/or original development of complex data reports, validation tools, and templates.

The RDS I will be responsible for establishing support systems for tracking company submissions; assist staff with responses to the more complex and difficult technical questions pertaining to a research project; work with staff to ensure the timely collection of all company filings mandated by California Insurance Code and/or California Code of Regulations; review/validate master tables; and develop consolidated report tables to close-out a project.

If you have not taken the RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I examination, your eligibility has expired, and/or you have no other type of eligibility, you MUST take the examination to be eligible for appointment for this position. Please click the link provided below for the examination information and instructions:

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Any questions regarding the minimum qualifications, applying for the examination, being scheduled for the examination, reasonable accommodations, the examination components, scoring, etc., may be directed to our Examinations Unit at cdiexaminations@insurance.ca.gov .

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

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in a high-rise building;
• Frequent sitting and use of computer/office equipment required.
• Move up to 25lbs. for meeting set-up and delivery of office supplies.
• Eligible for telework in accordance with CDIs Telework policy. Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants must reside in California. Teleworking employees may be required to report to their headquarters office location on designated telework days.
• Travel expenses are not reimbursed, however other authorized transit subsidies do exist for those who qualify.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-452847

Position #(s):
413-318-5742-901

Working Title:
Project Manager

Classification:
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I $6,752.00 - $8,452.00 A
$6,956.00 - $8,709.00 L

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Los Angeles County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information
Climate & Sustainability Branch
Offices Located in Los Angeles

Would you like to become part of a team of dedicated and talented civil servants whose work impacts the lives of millions of Californians? The California Department of Insurance (CDI) was created in 1868, developing our mission that ensures that consumers are provided with insurance services meeting acceptable standards of quality, equity and dependability at fair rates by establishing and enforcing appropriate service standards. The insurance market place has changed dramatically over time, but consumer protection continues to be the core of CDI's mission, Consumers, insurance companies, and licensees rely on CDI to ensure that insurance products and services are available to consumers timely, and that they deliver fair and equal benefits.

Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov

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: 10/24/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Attn: Classification & Consultations Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Insurance
CDI Jobs Inquiries
Classification & Consultations Unit
Human Resources Management Division
300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications -
  STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS - QUESTIONS:
  
  Question #1 - As a Research Data Specialist-I, you will be working on multiple tasks with different priority levels. In order to help us know more about your ability to effectively manage your time between multiple projects while still meeting your scheduled timelines, please answer the following question:
  
  Please provide an example of how you were able to address a challenge involving your work on multiple projects during the same period with competing deadlines?
  
  Question #2 - The Research Data Specialist-I will be required to demonstrate a strong understanding of research techniques and technical software experience. In order to help us determine your competitiveness in the aforementioned areas, please answer the following question:
  
  Please describe your level of research experience with regards to the projects and reports conducted by the Data Analytics and Reporting Division. In addition, please discuss what computer software and/or analytical tools you used in your experience.
  
  Question #3 - Based on your understanding of the Research Data Specialist-I position, please explain why you are the most qualified candidate for this position?
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Upper division coursework in applied mathematics or bachelors degree in Mathematics. Strong background and/or work experience related data analytics, technical research experience engaged in the collection, compilation, analysis, and interpretation of data; Experience with the understanding and application of complex research methods and principles to research problems of an applied practical nature

Work experience involving planning and executing large scale research and data projects; preparation and presentation of reports and data models; Knowledge of software/applications used to access and process data on large databases, servers and/or cloud based environments.

Experience identifying root causes of data quality issues; Developing data quality checks and procedures.

Experience collaborating and working with stakeholders to resolve data collection and quality issues.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.insurance.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Consultations Unit
(916) 492-3300
CDIJobinquiries@insurance.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 492-3024
OCR@insurance.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

State of Qualifications

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS - QUESTIONS:

Question #1 - As a Research Data Specialist-I, you will be working on multiple tasks with different priority levels. In order to help us know more about your ability to effectively manage your time between multiple projects while still m eeting your scheduled timelines, please answer the following question:

Please provide an example of how you were able to address a challenge involving your work on multiple projects during the same period with competing deadlines?

Question #2 - The Research Data Specialist-I will be required to demonstrate a strong understanding of research techniques and technical software experience. In order to help us determine your competitiveness in the aforementioned areas, please answer the following question:

Please describe your level of research experience with regards to the projects and reports conducted by the Data Analytics and Reporting Division. In addition, please discuss what computer software and/or analytical tools you used in your experience.

Question #3 - Based on your understanding of the Research Data Specialist-I position, please explain why you are the most qualified candidate for this position?

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.

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