Consumer Research Data Analyst

California Lottery; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

California Lottery is seeking a Research Data Analyst I to support evaluation of marketing initiatives and enterprise programs. You will conduct consumer research and analytics to guide business and marketing strategy decisions, and collaborate with a supportive team while working independently.

Applicants should hold a degree in statistics or related field and demonstrate experience with quantitative analysis, SPSS/Power BI/R, and data manipulation.

Qualifications

• Degree in statistics, economics, data analysis, quantitative research, or psychology.
• Experience with quantitative analysis on programs or initiatives.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Experience manipulating and analyzing structured and unstructured data in Excel.
• Familiarity with SPSS, Power BI, R, or survey data analysis software.
• Ability to communicate technical data to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Statistics

Excel

SPSS

Power BI

R

Data manipulation

Communication

Education

Degree in statistics, economics, data analysis, quantitative research, or psychology

Tools

SPSS

Power BI

R

Excel

Job description

Interested in digging into why people do what they do? Like to work independently but with a supportive team to bounce ideas off of and learn from? Want to actually see the value you add to a business? The Business Planning & Research Unit at the California Lottery is dedicated to maximizing sales and contributions to California public schools through thoughtful evaluations of marketing initiatives and enterprise programs, and conducting consumer research and analytics to drive key business and marketing strategy decisions. And we need another creative, analytical thinker to join our team!

This position requires a current Research Data Analyst I exam.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: "telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?

People are drawn to the Lottery because we:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

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

Working Conditions

• a. Schedule: The RDAI is expected to primarily work between the business hours of 7:30am-5:30pm.
• b. Travel: Periodic travel may be required dependent on research needs.
• c. Other: Required to work a minimum of two days in the headquarters office (climate controlled high-rise office building under artificial lighting).

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:

• Degree in statistics, economics, data analysis, quantitative research, or psychology.
• Knowledge and experience conducting quantitative analysis on programs or initiatives.
• Knowledge and experience with the design and execution of both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Knowledge and/or experience conducting data manipulation, aggregations, and analysis of structured and unstructured data using Excel.
• Experience using SPSS (or other statistical software), Power BI (or other visualization tool), R (or other predictive modeling software), and/or survey data analysis software.
• Knowledge of utilizing the scientific method for research.
• Knowledge of time management and organizational techniques to provide for efficient prioritization and completion of competing work assignments.
• Experience writing technical reports and presenting data and statistical analysis to others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to convey and explain complex problems and solutions to a technical and non-technical audience.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see Statement of Qualification instructions below.