California State Transportation Agency · 10 hours ago
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II
CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$7,640/mo - $9,561/moCalifornia State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) is focused on developing and coordinating California’s transportation policies and programs. The Research Data Specialist II will perform tasks including data management, research development, and data analysis, while collaborating with various teams to translate transit policy into actionable data products.
Freight ServiceGovernmentTransportation
Responsibilities
Independently perform a variety of tasks including data management, complex research development and execution, data analysis/visualization, and reporting on policy impacts and actions to take
Lead collaboration with a variety of teams inside and outside CalSTA and the Caltrans Division of Data & Digital Services, translating transit policy into data products with plans for ongoing maintenance and iteration
Independently seek and incorporate user feedback, develop and update products in an iterative and agile manner using version control (Github) and statistical/data science programming tools (mainly Python)
Lead the development of SB125-related data collection, performance metrics and data products for statewide use
Be the technical lead for public-facing transit analytics products, including data hosted on the Caltrans Open Data Geoportal or web-hosted visualizations/dashboards supporting the implementation of SB125 and related initiatives by Caltrans including the California Integrated Mobility Program
Be part of a community of practice with other data analysts and provide peer support for their work as requested
Qualification
Required
Independently perform a variety of tasks including data management, complex research development and execution, data analysis/visualization, and reporting on policy impacts and actions to take
Lead collaboration with a variety of teams inside and outside CalSTA and the Caltrans Division of Data & Digital Services
Translate transit policy into data products with plans for ongoing maintenance and iteration
Independently seek and incorporate user feedback
Develop and update products in an iterative and agile manner using version control (Github) and statistical/data science programming tools (mainly Python)
Lead the development of SB125-related data collection, performance metrics and data products for statewide use
Be the technical lead for public-facing transit analytics products, including data hosted on the Caltrans Open Data Geoportal or web-hosted visualizations/dashboards supporting the implementation of SB125 and related initiatives by Caltrans including the California Integrated Mobility Program
Be part of a community of practice with other data analysts and provide peer support for their work as requested
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification
Applications without a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) will not be considered for this position
The SOQ should be typed and no more than two pages in length, utilizing Arial 12-point font, with 1-inch margins
The page should include your name at the top of the page and must include a response to the questions provided in the job description
Expertise in data analysis and visualization, including exploratory analysis, trend identification, and descriptive statistical methods
Proficiency in data tools and programming languages such as R, Python, SQL, and Microsoft Excel for preparing reports, charts, and tables
Ability to query, compile, and manipulate complex datasets from multiple sources while ensuring data security and integrity
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions and make sound recommendations
Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Effective time management and organizational skills to prioritize and complete multiple projects under critical timelines
Knowledge of transit data, CalSTA policies, and relevant state/federal regulations, with the ability to apply this knowledge in research and analysis
Benefits
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Company
California State Transportation Agency
CalSTA is a cabinet-level agency that focuses on addressing the state’s transportation issues.
Founded in 2013
11-50 employees
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