Research Data Specialist I
Sacramento, California
Employer: State Of California
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Are you interested in a meaningful and impactful career? Would you like to contribute to protecting people and the environment and accelerating a statewide transition to sustainable pest management? The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) could be the place for you!
DPR has an opening for a Research Data Specialist I (shall consider Research Data Analyst II) position in the Department's Pesticide Registration Branch. This position works on a multidisciplinary team and will serve as a program resource during development, implementation, and ongoing program maintenance of the statewide electronic pesticide registration submission tracking and data management system, California Pesticide Electronic Submission Tracking (CalPEST), and serve as a CalPEST program administrator. CalPEST is based on Microsoft Dynamics and uses Microsoft Power BI. This position supports implementation of and monitors CalPEST; helps guide and supports change management for CalPEST; independently develops and performs statistical analysis of data and ad-hoc research for use in the resolution of multiple pesticide registration program related issues; and provides consultative advice based on program data analysis.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
The candidate must possess the ability to:
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-451168
Position #(s):
814-510-5742-XXX
Working Title:
Research Data Specialist I
Classification:
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I $6,752.00 - $8,452.00 A
Shall Consider:
RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
$6,453.00 - $8,083.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information Appointment to this position is pending administrative approval.
DPR is part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), and our vision is for pest management that is safe, effective, and sustainable for all Californians and our environment. Our core values include accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity. We are innovative and passionate about the work we do.
DPR values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect human health and the environment by fostering sustainable pest management and regulating pesticides. Come join our team at DPR to improve the lives of all Californians.
The DPR Pesticide Registration Branch (PRB) ensures that pesticide product labels are acceptable before the product can be sold in California and coordinates post registration evaluation activities. We offer a family friendly, cooperative work environment that values innovative thinking, collaborative approaches, enthusiasm for learning and continued job growth.
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov
Special Requirements
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: 10/19/2024
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 Pesticide Regulation
N/A
Attn: L. Texeira
Human Resources Branch
1001 I Street, P.O. Box 4015
Sacramento , CA 95812-4015
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Pesticide Regulation
Human Resources Branch
L. Texeira
1001 I Street, MS 4B
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:
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:
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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Lauren Texeira
(916) 322-9941
lauren.texeira@cdpr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Austin Eaker
(916) 324-3548
austin.eaker@cdpr.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 Office
(916) 445-3979
melissa.paden@cdpr.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.
Critical Job Competencies
Change Management: Recognizes the forces/signals that cause change. Promotes a consistent "outside the box" culture that embraces new and better ideas. Responds to changing circumstances while remaining committed to the department's vision, mission, values, and goals. Facilitates acceptance and implementation of change (change champion) even if ambivalent. Addresses change resistance.
Effective Communication: (oral, written, organizational, and non-verbal) Actively listens to others and communicates in an effective manner. Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups. Facilitates open exchange of ideas/opinions. Informs, persuades, builds consensus. Applies business writing principles to all written communications.
Takes Action and Shows Initiative: Self-motivated to take action to meet critical program goals. Sets and monitors own objectives and standards. Demonstrates a strong work ethic. Views mistakes as opportunities for growth/positive learning experience.
Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, policies, and regulations related to specialized expertise. Integrates technology into the work to improve program effectiveness.
Analytical Thinking: Approaches a problem by using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach.
Customer Service Orientation: Puts in place systems and processes to ensure clients receive high quality information, that their feedback is acted upon, and that their complaints are handled effectively. Develops trust and credibility with the client.
Flexibility/Adaptability: Readily integrates changes midstream into work processes and outputs; demonstrate openness to new organizational structures, procedures, and technology; shift gears comfortably.
Teamwork: Facilitates and maintains cooperative working relationships. Works toward accomplishment of group goals. Fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, and trust.
Problem Solving: Employs analytical abilities, pragmatism, and other tools necessary to resolve complex problems in a variety of situations. Shows enthusiasm for tackling technical and intellectually complex issues.
Organization and Planning: Prioritizes tasks, establishes sequential activities, and set a reasonable pace. Coordinates realistic timeframes and delivers services in a timely manner.
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.
DPR has an opening for a Research Data Specialist I (shall consider Research Data Analyst II) position in the Department's Pesticide Registration Branch. This position works on a multidisciplinary team and will serve as a program resource during development, implementation, and ongoing program maintenance of the statewide electronic pesticide registration submission tracking and data management system, California Pesticide Electronic Submission Tracking (CalPEST), and serve as a CalPEST program administrator. CalPEST is based on Microsoft Dynamics and uses Microsoft Power BI. This position supports implementation of and monitors CalPEST; helps guide and supports change management for CalPEST; independently develops and performs statistical analysis of data and ad-hoc research for use in the resolution of multiple pesticide registration program related issues; and provides consultative advice based on program data analysis.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
The candidate must possess the ability to:
- Use a computer monitor, mouse, and keyboard within an 8-hour day
- Lift and carry data volumes weighing up to 10 pounds
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I
- RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-451168
Position #(s):
814-510-5742-XXX
Working Title:
Research Data Specialist I
Classification:
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I $6,752.00 - $8,452.00 A
Shall Consider:
RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
$6,453.00 - $8,083.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information Appointment to this position is pending administrative approval.
DPR is part of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), and our vision is for pest management that is safe, effective, and sustainable for all Californians and our environment. Our core values include accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and integrity. We are innovative and passionate about the work we do.
DPR values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect human health and the environment by fostering sustainable pest management and regulating pesticides. Come join our team at DPR to improve the lives of all Californians.
The DPR Pesticide Registration Branch (PRB) ensures that pesticide product labels are acceptable before the product can be sold in California and coordinates post registration evaluation activities. We offer a family friendly, cooperative work environment that values innovative thinking, collaborative approaches, enthusiasm for learning and continued job growth.
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- If education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must include a copy of your degree and/or unofficial transcripts in order to verify you meet the minimum qualifications. If you use unofficial transcripts to verify you meet the minimum qualifications, you must provide official transcripts prior to your start date, if selected for the position.
- In order to apply for this position, you are required to provide your complete employment history on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) form. A complete employment history must include, for each position listed, accurate dates, job title or State classification, hours worked per week (please indicate an average if hours worked per week varied), company or agency name, and a full description of duties and responsibilities held. A resume or other materials will not take the place of the complete STD. 678.
- Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to: basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, marital status, age, national origin, medical conditions, and use of medical leave.
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: 10/19/2024
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 Pesticide Regulation
N/A
Attn: L. Texeira
Human Resources Branch
1001 I Street, P.O. Box 4015
Sacramento , CA 95812-4015
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Pesticide Regulation
Human Resources Branch
L. Texeira
1001 I Street, MS 4B
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.
- School Transcripts
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:
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to successfully collaborate with various levels of department staff and management to achieve Pesticide Registration Program objectives
- Ability to organize, set priorities on multiple assignments, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work and solve problems independently
- Ability to be adaptable to changing work priorities
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Power BI, and Visio
- Ability to communicate respectfully and with sensitivity
- Knowledge or experience working with diverse cultural communities
- Awareness of diverse communities and regional demographics
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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.cdpr.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Lauren Texeira
(916) 322-9941
lauren.texeira@cdpr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Austin Eaker
(916) 324-3548
austin.eaker@cdpr.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 Office
(916) 445-3979
melissa.paden@cdpr.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.
Critical Job Competencies
Change Management: Recognizes the forces/signals that cause change. Promotes a consistent "outside the box" culture that embraces new and better ideas. Responds to changing circumstances while remaining committed to the department's vision, mission, values, and goals. Facilitates acceptance and implementation of change (change champion) even if ambivalent. Addresses change resistance.
Effective Communication: (oral, written, organizational, and non-verbal) Actively listens to others and communicates in an effective manner. Makes clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups. Facilitates open exchange of ideas/opinions. Informs, persuades, builds consensus. Applies business writing principles to all written communications.
Takes Action and Shows Initiative: Self-motivated to take action to meet critical program goals. Sets and monitors own objectives and standards. Demonstrates a strong work ethic. Views mistakes as opportunities for growth/positive learning experience.
Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies procedures, requirements, policies, and regulations related to specialized expertise. Integrates technology into the work to improve program effectiveness.
Analytical Thinking: Approaches a problem by using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach.
Customer Service Orientation: Puts in place systems and processes to ensure clients receive high quality information, that their feedback is acted upon, and that their complaints are handled effectively. Develops trust and credibility with the client.
Flexibility/Adaptability: Readily integrates changes midstream into work processes and outputs; demonstrate openness to new organizational structures, procedures, and technology; shift gears comfortably.
Teamwork: Facilitates and maintains cooperative working relationships. Works toward accomplishment of group goals. Fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, and trust.
Problem Solving: Employs analytical abilities, pragmatism, and other tools necessary to resolve complex problems in a variety of situations. Shows enthusiasm for tackling technical and intellectually complex issues.
Organization and Planning: Prioritizes tasks, establishes sequential activities, and set a reasonable pace. Coordinates realistic timeframes and delivers services in a timely manner.
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.
Created: 2024-10-04
Reference: JC-451168
Country: United States
State: California
City: Sacramento
ZIP: 95820
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