RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

State of California; California; Híbrido; USD 78 000 - 97 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

State of California’s Department of Water Resources seeks a Meteorological Data and Forecast Specialist to join the Division of Flood Operations in Sacramento. The role is a permanent, full-time position offering hybrid telework and a salary range of $6,955 to $8,706 per month.

The candidate will engage in meteorological data analysis, weather forecasting support, and collaboration with research institutions and agencies, applying QA/QC, forecast verification, and data-processing workflows.

Qualificações

• Strong knowledge of California’s meteorology, weather patterns, climatology, and hydrometeorology.

Conhecimentos

Meteorology

Data analysis

Forecasting

Communications

Collaboration

Ferramentas

Python

R

MATLAB

Linux

GIS

Excel

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Teams

Visualization tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Posting:Meteorological Data and Forecast Specialist

Department of Water Resources

JC-535791 -

JC-535791 - Meteorological Data and Forecast Specialist
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

$6,955.00 - $8,706.00 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: 11/9/2026

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 SPECIALIST I

Meteorological Data and Forecast Specialist

Classification:

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I $6,955.00 - $8,706.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Flood Operations, Hydrology and Flood Operations, Hydrology Section, River Forecasting Unit; 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.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Pre-employment eligibility may require passing a security check, as outlined in U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) Departmental Administrative Order (DAO) 207-12: Foreign Access Management Program, NOAA Administrative Order (NAO) 207-12, and NWS Foreign National Access and Technology Transfer Directive (NWSI) 60-704, including any applicable requirements related to access by foreign nationals. Continued access to NWS networks and databases may also require periodic reverification and compliance with applicable security and access requirements.

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 strong knowledge of California’s meteorology, weather patterns, climatology, and hydrometeorology. Experience analyzing and performing statistical analysis of meteorological and climatological data, numerical weather prediction guidance, radar and satellite products, and precipitation and temperature forecasts is highly desirable. Experience with atmospheric river analysis, extreme precipitation, ensemble forecasting, hydrometeorological data collection – including Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) and validation, forecast verification, or research-to-operations activities is preferred. The incumbent should have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to analyze complex information and present results through technical summaries, briefings, maps, charts, and graphics. Experience collaborating with research institutions, universities, or government agencies is desirable. Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams is expected. Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB is preferred. Familiarity with Linux, GIS, automated data-processing workflows, and meteorological visualization tools is desired.

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:
Timothy McDaniel
[phone]
[e-mail]

EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.