Research Data Specialist II - Hybrid Telework

This limited term position may be extended up to 24 months and has the possibility of becoming permanent.
Under general direction of the Research Data Supervisor lI (RD Sup II) in the Specialized Litigation Reporting Team, within the Research Evaluation and Data Insights Division, the Research Data Specialist lI (RDS lI) will serve as the specialist on specialized and complex projects in areas related to the Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST) patient population, data analytics and IST litigation, court reporting and data governance. The Specialized Litigation Reporting Team is responsible for the research, analytics and data management necessary to submit court status reports and respond to court data inquires; develop and maintain methodologies across reported metrics; and develop data driven solutions to complex questions and reporting challenges. RDS lI responsibilities include methodology development, development of standardized reporting tools, data examination and auditing, specialized research, conducting data inquiries and collaboration and coordination with internal and external partners. Incumbent will collaborate and communicate regularly with executive management, DSH facility staff, Sacramento based staff, DSH-Legal and external stakeholders


Independence of action and the ability to manage time and multiple priorities is required. This position will require a background check via Cal DOJ Live Scan to fulfill the responsibilities of the job. Use of technology, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Zoom and other virtual platforms is required.


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

Working Conditions

• This position reports to the Allenby Building in Sacramento. A hybrid Telework schedule, consistent with the State of California's in-office requirement, may be considered with prior approval from management. The incumbent may also be required to travel throughout California as needed, with prior notice.
• Minimal travel (5%) may be required.
• DSH-Sacramento is located at an 11-floor high rise building.
  
  

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

• RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-520039


Position #(s):
461-535-5758-008

Working Title:
Research Data Specialist II - Hybrid Telework


Classification:
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II $7,640.00 - $9,561.00 A
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:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time


Department Information
Department of State Hospitals
1215 O Street, MS 17
Sacramento, CA 95814

The mission of the Department of State Hospitals is to provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, seeking innovation and excellence in hospital operations, across a continuum of care and settings.

DSH-Sacramento is in a modern, sustainable and innovative 11 story office building located at 1215 "O" Street, Sacramento, California. Some of the amenities of the new building include the following:

• First-floor retail space (separate access from 12th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors available to the public
• Outdoor seating with pedestrian walkways
• Large, shared conference room on the first floor with a maximum capacity of 162 individuals
• An employee fitness center with a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with a kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms
• More conference rooms and collaborative working spaces available throughout the building - small, medium and large
• Shared Terrace space on the 10th floor with indoor/outdoor seating and views of the Capitol
• Mobile computer equipment, cloud-based technology and Wi-Fi for all staff

Department Website:


Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

***While US mail applications are still accepted, applying electronically through your CalCareers account is strongly encouraged.***


NOTE: If applying by mail, please do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 10) with your completed State Application (STD 678). This page is for examination use only.


Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Failure to complete the STD 678 in its entirety may result in disqualification, resumes and/or Statements of Qualifications do not take the place of the STD 678. You must clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (i.e., list, transfer, SROA/Surplus, reinstatement, etc.), classification title, position number, and job control number in the Examination/Job Title section.


*** Foreign Degrees or Transcripts - Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DSH accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the services listed on these webpages:

• National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
• Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or

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: 6/13/2026
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).


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 State Hospitals
Juneli Ganguly
Attn: Juneli Ganguly
1215 O Street, MS-17


Sacramento , CA 95814


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


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


Department of State Hospitals
Juneli Ganguly
Juneli Ganguly
1215 O Street, MS-17


Sacramento , CA 95814
Application drop-off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.
08:30 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 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.
• School Transcripts
• Statement of Qualifications -
  Please see the Statement of Qualifications section at the bottom of this job advertisement for more details.
  Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ, as requested (i.e. respond to questions asked), may be disqualified.
  

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.


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

Benefits include: Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, 11 Paid State Holidays, one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday and two (2), (16) hours, Paid Professional Development Days (PDD) per fiscal year; excellent Health, Vision and Dental insurance plans; Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; Alternate Workweek Schedules and Flextime; and, enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system.


Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Juneli Ganguly
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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 Human Rights
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Statement of Qualifications
In Arial 12pt font and 2 pages or less describe your experience and education in the following areas:

• Designing, managing, analyzing, and interpreting complex data using statistical, database, and reporting tools (such as SQL, R, SAS, Python, Tableau, Power BI, Excel, or similar software). Include examples of research, data analysis, dashboard development, program evaluation, or reporting projects you have completed, and describe your role, methods used, and outcomes.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, or leadership to support organizational goals and decision-making. Include examples demonstrating your ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences, manage competing priorities and deadlines, work effectively with people who have different backgrounds and skillsets, exercise independent judgement, and produce clear, accurate written or verbal recommendations.

Applicants that fail to respond to the exact Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) prompt will be eliminated. Generic SOQ responses will not be considered, and applications will not be scored. Response should include a distinct answer to each numbered question within the SOQ prompt.


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.