RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans (District Traffic Safety Branch Chief), the Research Data Analyst II (Research Analyst) independently performs the more difficult, varied, and complex research, statistical, and analytical assignments supporting the District 11 Traffic Safety & Operations Branch. The incumbent collects, validates, analyzes, and interprets transportation data from multiple sources to support traffic operations, safety programs, statewide reporting, and management decision-making.

This position develops analytical tools, reports, dashboards, and data visualizations; evaluates program performance and data quality; and provides recommendations that support operational planning, continuous process improvement, and compliance with Department policies and program objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, analyze, and interpret transportation data from multiple sources.
• Develop analytical tools, reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Evaluate program performance and data quality.
• Provide recommendations supporting operational planning, continuous process improvement, and compliance with Department policies and program objectives.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required, addressing the following:
  • How your education and experience have prepared you for the responsibilities of a Data Analyst II position.
  • A project where you gathered and analyzed large, complex datasets, including examples of data quality verification, preprocessing, or use of tools such as Access, GIS, or data visualization software.
  • A situation where you identified a data integrity, workflow, or reporting issue, including steps taken to diagnose and resolve the problem, and how the outcome supported improved decision-making or enhanced operational efficiency.
• If basing eligibility on education, unofficial transcript(s)/diploma must be included for verification. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a U.S. equivalency report evaluation.

Qualifications

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Research Data Analyst II or Research Data Analyst I exam. For those new to state civil service employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.

Consideration will be given for the following classifications:

• Research Data Analyst II: $6,647.00 - $8,325.00 per month
• Research Data Analyst I:
  • $4,469.00 - $5,079.00 (Range A)
  • $4,611.00 - $5,495.00 (Range B)
  • $5,529.00 - $6,922.00 (Range C)

Pay

• Research Data Analyst II: $6,647.00 - $8,325.00 per month
• Research Data Analyst I:
  • Range A: $4,469.00 - $5,079.00 per month
  • Range B: $4,611.00 - $5,495.00 per month
  • Range C: $5,529.00 - $6,922.00 per month

Schedule

• Permanent, Full Time
• Hybrid telework

Location

San Diego County, California