RESEARCH DATA SUPERVISOR I

California Department of Developmental Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services in Sacramento County seeks a Research Data Supervisor I to plan and implement analytics projects, develop visually compelling reports and dashboards, and assess data needs for stakeholders.

As a working supervisor, you will lead a small team, provide guidance, and participate in operational activities to meet unit goals; the role includes hybrid in-office/telework and occasional statewide travel.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SQL and Python for data analysis.
• Experience leading a data analytics team.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement analytics projects for stakeholder needs.
• Develop visually compelling reports and dashboards to inform decisions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the analytics team and collaborate across units.

Skills

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Git

Job description

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction from the Chief of the Program Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research Section, the Research Data Supervisor I (RDS I) is responsible for the planning and implementation of analytics projects, development of visually compelling and informative reports and dashboards, and ongoing assessment of member needs and interests in data products. As a working supervisor, the RDS I provides leadership, guidance, and direction to team members and participates in operational activities to achieve unit goals and objectives.

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.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.research.net/r/ddsadmin

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

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.

Onsite work is performed in an open-spaced, partitioned office environment. Occasional daytime and overnight statewide travel may be required.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-536896

Position #(s):

472-521-5734-003

Working Title:

Research Data Supervisor I

Classification:

RESEARCH DATA SUPERVISOR I

Salary:

$7,530.00 - $9,355.00

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:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Department of Developmental Services

Department Information

The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Department Is Located In a Modern, Sustainable And Innovative Office Building At 1215 “O” Street, Sacramento, California. Some Amenities Of The Building Include:

• First floor retail space (separate access from 12 th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors
• Outdoor seating for meal breaks
• Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• For SQL, Python, and Power BI and/or Tableau, identify your years of experience and level of proficiency (basic, intermediate, or advanced). Describe the most complex data analytics project in which you used SQL and/or Python, highlighting your technical contributions and the project's outcomes
• Describe your experience leading a team of data analysts. Using a specific project as an example, explain your leadership approach, the key challenge you faced in managing the team or project, and how you addressed it.

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.

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.

Note: All foreign transcripts MUST be accompanied by a third-party academic credential evaluation. The link for the commission certification is: Commission Approved Foreign Transcript Evaluating Agencies

If you are not basing your eligibility on an educational requirement, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File). Please redact birthdate and social security number from degree/transcripts.

Final Filing Date

11/12/2026

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.

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).

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 statistical and analytical skills; the ability to manipulate, analyze, and integrate complex datasets using programming languages such as SQL and Python; knowledge of relational databases, data warehouses, data pipeline development, and data integration processes, including extract, transform, and load (ETL); experience in Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools, including the ability to develop interactive dashboards and visualizations to communicate complex information effectively; and familiarity with version control tools such as Git.

Ability to think strategically and anticipate future challenges and opportunities; communicate ideas, expectations, and feedback clearly and concisely while fostering open and transparent communication; adapt to change and uncertainty; make sound decisions and solve problems effectively; and lead and manage projects to achieve organizational goals.

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:

• State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website
• CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026
• CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2027

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 position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact

Alfonso Alejandre

[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

Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

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.