RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Telework eligible

Job summary

The State of California's Department of Public Health seeks a Research Data Specialist II to serve as a lead technical analyst for the CalREDIE Help Desk Unit. You will perform advanced data analysis, conduct complex research, and troubleshoot CalREDIE system issues.

This 12‑Month Limited Term position offers a monthly salary range of $7,640.00 to $9,561.00, with a 3% PLP pay reduction through June 2027, and telework eligibility with hybrid arrangement.

Qualifications

• Advanced data analysis and complex research activities.
• Expert level troubleshooting for the CalREDIE system.
• Strong communication to engage stakeholders and ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analyst for the CalREDIE Help Desk Unit.
• Oversee development and evaluation of performance metrics.
• Recommend strategic enhancements to strengthen statewide disease surveillance operations.

Job description

Department of Public Health

PRIME Helpdesk Tier 2 Support

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

$7,640.00 - $9,561.00 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: 9/9/2026

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by optimizing data and technology by improving collection and reporting of data through the surveillance system administered by the Public Health Reporting InforMation Exchange (PRIME) Branch.

The Research Data Specialist II (RDS II) serves as a lead technical analyst and subject‑matter expert for the CalREDIE Help Desk Unit. The incumbent independently performs advanced data analysis, complex research activities, and expert level troubleshooting for the California Reportable Disease Information Exchange (CalREDIE) system. Provides high level technical management, oversees the development and evaluation of performance metrics, and recommends strategic enhancements that strengthen statewide disease surveillance operations. Demonstrates advanced communication and consolation skills to effectively engage stakeholders, translate complex information, and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction across diverse user groups.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Supervisor II of the CalREDIE Help Desk Unit (CHDU).

This is a 12-Month Limited Term position that may be extended or become permanent.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

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

Working Conditions

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II $7,640.00 - $9,561.00 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:

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

At the California Department ofPublicHealth (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well‑being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by optimizing data and technology by improving collection and reporting of data through the surveillance system administered by the Public Health Reporting InforMation Exchange (PRIME) Branch.

The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.

TheCDPH is currently an E-Verify employer.

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts official or un-official and/or Degree for education verification.

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

A completed State application (STD 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # (529845) and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.

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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.

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.

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

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact: Human Resources Division [phone] [e-mail]

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: EEO Office [phone] [e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice). TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.