What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II position at Public Employees Retirement System?
This position will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review: 12/13/2024, 12/28/2024, 1/12/2025, and every two weeks until filled.
Anticipated Interview Dates: Interviews will be conducted in a two-step process. Virtual written exercises are anticipated to be held the week of December 30, 2024, and in person interviews are anticipated to be held the week of January 13, 2025.
Telework Information: This position is eligible for hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days onsite at the Sacramento, CA Headquarters per week.
Are you excited about driving change and implementing creative process improvements? Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment where challenging and rewarding work is the norm? Are you passionate about research and data analytics? If so, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
The Policy Research & Data Analytics (PRDA) Division provides research, guidance, and data analytics to inform retirement-related issues and business decisions. PRDA employs research data techniques to assess the impact of potential retirement policy changes and sustainability of benefits and services, and continuously improve business processes.
Under the general supervision of the Research Data Supervisor II, Lean Operations & Research Analytics, the Research Data Analyst (RDA) II is responsible for designing and conducting iterative research projects and assignments. The RDA II has intermediate knowledge of and experience using a variety of research, analytical, and statistical methods and techniques used in data analysis and to provide comprehensive research. The RDA II manages workload consisting of iterative projects and assignments, completes work under critical timelines to meet project requirements, and writes clear and concise studies and reports. The RDA II exercises a high degree of independence, initiative, flexibility, and tact in performing the duties listed and may perform other team assignments as required and appropriate for this level.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
- This position is designated as office-centered and works primarily onsite at the Sacramento, CA -Headquarters at least three weekdays.
- Workstation is on the 5th floor accessible by stairs and elevator, in a standard office building with artificial light and adjustable office chairs.
- Prolonged reading, typing and data analysis on a laptop, keyboard, and computer screen.
- Various time-critical assignments are part of the typical workload.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website!
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Special Requirements
All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If selected, official transcripts will be required prior to job offer. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."
Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website.
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until FilledWho May 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).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
Desirable Qualifications
- Knowledge of basic process improvement principles
- Expert knowledge of computer and statistical programs (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, Power BI, and PowerPoint; SAS; etc.) for data analysis, report writing, and slide presentations
- Project management skills sufficient to lead enterprise-wide projects of varying complexity and work on multiple projects simultaneously with varying deadlines
- Ability to apply creative and critical thinking skills to problem resolution
- Ability to act independently and take initiative and be proactive in planning and scoping out projects assigned
Benefits
Some added benefits CalPERS offers include:
- Alternate Work Schedules
- Flexible Work Hours
- Onsite childcare facility
- Onsite fitness center
- Onsite café and nearby restaurants
- Free onsite parking available Mondays and Fridays, subject to change
- Free offsite parking available with shuttle service Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
CalPERS HRSD, Selection Services
(916) 795-2444
Recruitment@calpers.ca.gov
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:CalPERS EEO
(916) 795-3675
EEO@calpers.ca.gov
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.
Additional Information
Live Scan
Candidates not currently employed at CalPERS are required to submit to a criminal history review process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.
CalPERS Disclosure Requirements
If employed, you may be subject to rules imposed by Personal Trading Regulations and Conflict of Interest Code that apply to CalPERS team members, which require disclosure of certain investment information and use of a designated trading platform for securities transactions, as well as filing a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700)
Please do not include any confidential information on any documents in your application package. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your social security number, date of birth, marital status, personal photos, a copy of your driver’s license, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP status.
Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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.
