RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

Under general direction of the Branch Chief, a Senior Environmental Scientist, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of the more complex geographic information systems (GIS) work. As a member of the North Region Environmental branch the incumbent will perform research and analysis based on geographic information systems (GIS) techniques and methodologies. With an advanced level of knowledge the incumbent will lead and develop projects that study, analyze and develop conclusions based on the spatial analysis of various subjects, some of which are land use, transportation planning, land surveying, environmental resources, and project development. Incumbent develops and performs advanced geographic information systems (GIS) research and analysis on project development and asset management efforts in support of the North Region of Caltrans. This advanced research and analysis is complex in nature, utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) methods and techniques which include python scripting, java scripting, C#, SQL, Arcade, development of geospatial data, imagery, applications, tools and models. Incumbent uses this advanced research and analysis to identify, assess and develop spatial data and application needs. Using sound conclusions the Incumbent develops applications, data management plans, and innovative technology based solutions to meet these needs. 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. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions., The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

• Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.

Statement of Qualifications:

Along with your application, you must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). An SOQ is a discussion of your experience that would qualify for this position. The SOQ should be no more than 2 pages in length, Times New Roman 12 font, addressing the items noted below. Resumes are optional and DO NOT take place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

1. Describe your education and technical skills as they relate to degrees, certifications, geospatial data and information systems, geospatial data software packages you used, tasks, and accomplishments?
2. Describe specific GIS work and your role as it relates to desktop, enterprise, field and web GIS projects?
3. Describe your organizational and analytical skills working on GIS projects from start to finish? Provide examples.
4. Describe your experience training coworkers on the use of geospatial software? 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. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 5/31/2026

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in Research?, 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Position is located at 1031 Butte St Redding CA 96001, Shasta County Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. While at their base of operation, employees will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. Incumbent may be required to travel and work outdoors and when doing so can expect to be exposed to traffic, dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, and extreme heat or cold. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.