Research Data Supervisor I

Job Description and Duties

The Research Data Supervisor I (RDS I) supervises staff responsible for the management, aggregation, analysis, and reporting of Special Incident Reporting (SIR) and other Risk Management data. The RDS I is a working supervisor who personally performs the most complex, sensitive, or precedent-setting data analysis and reporting within the unit, particularly for the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Access Final Rule compliance and other high visibility Risk Management deliverables. The position oversees day-to-day data activities and analytical support related to incident reporting, trend analysis, system performance, risk identification, and performance monitoring across statewide data systems and platforms, including the San Diego Information System (SANDIS), Regional Center portals, internal resource sites, and activities supporting the development and implementation of the Life Outcomes Improvement System (LOIS).

The RDS I directs staff developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards, reports, and other data products; and establishing and monitoring data metrics used to support Risk Management Branch and Department of Developmental Services (Department) priorities. The position ensures the accuracy, consistency, integrity, security, and usability of data used for risk oversight, quality improvement, operational and programmatic decision-making, and state and federal reporting requirements. The RDS I oversees complex analyses to identify trends, patterns, emerging risks, system performance, and opportunities to support positive outcomes for individuals served. The RDS I provides direct supervision, technical guidance, and quality assurance for the data management, research, analytical, and reporting activities necessary to support Risk Management and broader departmental initiatives.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave. 

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Working Conditions

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. 

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Work is performed in an open-spaced, partitioned office environment. The position requires managing tight timelines and multiple priorities, frequent interaction with staff and management, and sitting for extended periods while using a personal computer or reviewing documents and working papers. There is up to 5% statewide travel.

Special Requirements

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be numbered in the same order as the following area s, typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the questions or submit an SOQ may not be considered. 
1. Describe your ability and experience in applying complex statistical data and data models to healthcare, social services or service delivery programs and or/services.

2. Describe a project where you had to deliver results with limited guidance or in an unfamiliar subject area. How did you quickly build the necessary programmatic or technical knowledge, and how did you ensure the work supported sound decision-making? 

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position. 

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

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:

Knowledge of: The Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act; departmental service delivery systems; public administration, program and project management, supervision, staff development, and training; statewide incident management, compliance monitoring, risk mitigation, and operational oversight; legislative and regulatory processes; departmental policies and procedures related to Risk Management and Special Incident Reporting; state and local government functions; community partnership and technical assistance; equal employment practices; research and analytical methods; statistical analysis and interpretation; data management, validation, governance, privacy, confidentiality, and security; planning, policy, systems and program evaluation; database development and maintenance; data visualization and business intelligence tools; collaborative technologies; information management; and Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to: Plan, organize, direct, and review the work of research and analytical staff; provide technical guidance and quality assurance for complex data management, research, and analytical activities; manage multiple projects and priorities to meet Branch and Department goals and objectives; manage and analyze large and varied data sets to identify trends, patterns, risks, performance, and opportunities for improvement; oversee the development and maintenance of Power BI dashboards, statistical reports, data visualizations, metrics, and other analytical products; ensure appropriate data quality, integrity, access, confidentiality, and security; communicate complex data and analytical information effectively, verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support the appropriate use and interpretation of data; develop and maintain cooperative relationships with Department staff, regional centers, contractors, other state agencies, the public, and other partners; apply analytical concepts and logical reasoning to develop and recommend solutions; use Microsoft Word, Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other applicable analytical tools proficiently; represent Department, as requested by management; and work independently and as part of a team. 

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below: 

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

Additional Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged. 

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list. 

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: . 

If you have not taken the Research Data Supervisor I exam/assessment you may find the exam for this classification at the link below. You must take and pass the exam/assessment to obtain eligibility for hire. Click here to gain list eligibility.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. SEE “SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS” ABOVE FOR INSTRUCTIONS.