Research Data Supervisor II

Under general direction from the Research Specialist III (Supervisor), the Research Data Supervisor II has supervisory responsibility for outcomes, performance measures, mandated reporting, special projects and program evaluation for the Special Projects, Research and Evaluation unit. The Research Data Supervisor II may work independently and collaboratively to perform quantitative and qualitative data-driven research and statistical analysis related to CDCR’s populations. The Research Data Supervisor II uses Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Microsoft Power BI and other tools to support complex data analyses and visualization; and uses spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software (e.g., Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) to prepare charts, tables, presentations, and research reports for a variety of audiences., The position(s) is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Regular and consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this position. You must be regularly available and willing to work the hours necessary to meet business needs., We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. Commitment, 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 required and must be included.
• Other - A Supplemental Questionnaire is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Supplemental Questionnaire based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Please refer to the “Supplemental Questionnaire” section below for specific requirements. For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supplemental Questionnaire, please visit Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting., The completed Supplemental Questionnaire is to be typed and completed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, with 1-inch margins, and shall be no longer than 2 pages. Place your name and job control number in the upper left corner, number and restate the questions. Applications submitted without the Supplemental Questionnaire or with a Supplemental Questionnaire that does not respond to the request will not be considered.

1. Based on the Duty Statement, explain how your knowledge and relevant work experience qualifies you for this position. Please, describe your expertise related to the research/analytical demands of this position as well as your supervisory experience.
2. Please describe a time you led a multidisciplinary team to complete a research project. Include an overview of the project, your role, and the scope of your responsibility. Identify the challenges you faced during the project, actions you took to overcome the challenges, and the outcome. Be specific about the analytical tools used and the steps you took to complete the project.

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred., 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)., 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:

• Experience with programs and services related to the incarcerated and parole populations.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with Program, Research and Information Technology staff. Demonstrate interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment.
• Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines.
• Expertise communicating data in written and verbal formats, including developing and presenting data visualizations, data reports, and other tools for presenting and interpreting data.
• Experience working with complex data management information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead research projects and data requests, as well as the team responsible for producing high-quality research.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting, take initiative, assume a high level of responsibility, and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to learn complex data systems and datasets, and research and evaluation techniques.

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.calhr.ca.gov, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov.

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.

CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.

This position is in CDCR’s Office of Research, located at 1920 Birkmont Drive, Rancho Cordova CA 95742

Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of offenders, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies to successfully reintegrate offenders into our communities.