Senior Research Data Analyst II (Hybrid)

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services seeks a Research Data Analyst II to join the Fiscal Forecasting Branch. The role involves developing robust fiscal estimates, working with multiple bureaus, and influencing the state budget.

Candidates should have strong math and data analysis skills, the ability to mentor junior staff, and capacity to work with senior management and external stakeholders. Hybrid work arrangement with California residency required.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematics and statistics background.
• Ability to conceptualize and develop fiscal estimates that consider multiple variables.
• Mentor junior staff and lead complex assignments.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust fiscal estimates for the State Budget.
• Collaborate with multiple bureaus and branches across CDSS.
• Analyze data, interpret statutes/regulations, and prepare technical reports for senior management.
• Present findings to executive staff and external stakeholders.

Skills

Mathematics and statistics

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Mentoring/leadership

Job description

The California Department of Social Services seeks a Research Data Analyst II to join the Fiscal Forecasting Branch. The role involves developing robust fiscal estimates, working with multiple bureaus, and influencing the state budget.

Candidates should have strong math and data analysis skills, the ability to mentor junior staff, and capacity to work with senior management and external stakeholders. Hybrid work arrangement with California residency required.