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Job Posting: RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I Department of Water Resources

JC-516144 - RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I

RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I

$4,469.00 - $6,922.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 5/26/2026 Job Description and Duties The incumbent in this Research Data Analyst I position will perform the more independent, responsible, varied and complex data research and analysis for the Department-wide Architectural and Engineering (A&E) Contracts Program, including gathering, mining, populating, manipulating, interpreting, and comparing structured and unstructured data associated with A&E contract costs and rates, as well as organizing, cataloging, and maintaining such data for the program. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-516144 Position #(s): 843-110-5729-XXX Working Title: RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I Classification: RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I $4,469.00 - $5,079.00 A $4,611.00 - $5,495.00 B $5,529.00 - $6,922.00 C New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Division of Engineering/Administrative Services Branch/DWR Architectural & Engineering Contracts Section, Sacramento Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way. At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments. DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Department Website: Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via Special Requirements The Department of Water Resources is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in our commitment to public safety. Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is essential to the successful performance in this position. 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: 5/26/2026 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 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 Water Resources Mailing Address Attn: Division of Human Resources P.O. Box 1079 Sacramento , CA 95812 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Water Resources Submit in Person Certification Desk 715 P Street, 7th floor Sacramento , CA 95814 08:00 AM - 04:30 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 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 required and must be included. Other - Cover Letter 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: Our ideal candidate will have experience in strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and connect insights across multiple datasets. Experience performing statistical analysis, cost modeling, market research, and benchmarking using public and private sector data. Ability to gather, validate, normalize, and analyze structured and unstructured data from diverse internal and external sources. Proficiency with analytical databases, data tools, and financial or contract-related reporting systems such as SAP. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex information to technical and non-technical audiences. Effective presentation skills, including the ability to deliver or support presentations in virtual, hybrid, and in-person settings. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving ability, with initiative to identify improvements in data quality, processes, or workflows. Experienced in creating and managing contract documents for public, private, and/or national entities. Benefits Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees. We are conveniently located right next to a light-rail stop! Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Hiring Unit Contact: Sofia Khan View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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: Office of Civil Rights View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Special Instructions To be considered, submit a completed Standard State Application (Std. 678), resume, and cover letter to the address shown. The cover letter should be a minimum of one page, maximum 3 pages, in length, single-spaced and 12-point Arial font document. A notation or reference to other materials such as a resume or the application, will not be considered. Please reference the SAP Position #50002789 and Job Control #516144 on your application, resume, and cover letter. Failure to provide requested documents and information may result in automatic disqualification from the hiring process. A resume is required but does not take the place of the cover letter. The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section. The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment. You are not required to be on an eligibility list at the time you apply for this position. Simply submit your application today using the provided instructions. List eligibility will eventually be required, however, prior to hiring. You may qualify for list eligibility at any time prior to hiring by clicking the examination link below and completing the exam bulletin. Failure to provide requested documents and information may result in automatic disqualification from the hiring process. Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Click here to complete DWR’s Recruitment Survey . This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status. Examination/Assessment For more information about the State hiring process, click here . To learn more about how to get a State job, click here . List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment. Click the examination(s)/assessment(s) information link: RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of California