Job Description and Duties

RDA II:

Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director, the Research Data Analyst II will perform independent, responsible, varied, and complex research and data analysis of market trends and consumer behavior. The incumbent is responsible for conducting research, reporting, and providing data analytics related to policies for the Department of Cannabis Control's (Department) Policy and Research Division.

RDA I:

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director, the Research Data Analyst I will perform basic research, data gathering and analysis of market trends and consumer behavior, and statistical work utilizing structured and unstructured data from existing reports and resources. Responsible for preparing reports and providing data analytics related to policies and procedures for the Deputy Director's Office, Department of Cannabis Control's (Department) Policy and Research Division.

This position is eligible for telework up to 4 days per week.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
• RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-423566

Position #(s):

592-130-5731-800

592-130-5731-XXX

Working Title:

Data and Research Analyst

Classification:

RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II

$6,265.00 - $7,848.00 A

Shall Consider:

RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I

$4,213.00 - $4,787.00 A

$4,347.00 - $5,180.00 B

$5,212.00 - $6,524.00 C

of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Telework

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Do you enjoy a fast-paced workplace? Are you interested in a ground floor opportunity?

The Department of Cannabis Control is looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual that wants to work in a multi-tasking environment. The Department's mission is to develop and implement progressive cannabis policies and license and regulate commercial cannabis activity in a way that best protects public health, safety, the environment, and local communities throughout the State of California.

Our Headquarters is located in Rancho Cordova, California. FREE PARKING!!

Department Website: https://cannabis.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Conflict of Interest (COI): This position is subject to Title 16, section 3830 of the California Code of Regulations, the Department of Consumer Affairs' Conflict of Interest Regulations. The incumbent is required to submit a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) within 30 days of assuming office, annually by April 1st and within 30 days of leaving office.

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: 4/3/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.

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

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Cannabis Control

Attn: Classification and Recruitment, JC# 423566, FFD 4/3/2024

P.O. Box 419106

Rancho Cordova, CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Cannabis Control

Classification and Recruitment, JC# 423566, FFD 4/3/2024

2920 Kilgore Road

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

The drop off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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.

• Statement of Qualifications -

A Statement of Qualifications (SoQ) is required. Limit responses to one page.

1.Describe your experience analyzing and interpreting results from a robust dataset or database. Include the type of data, software tools used, and conclusions drawn from your analysis.

2.Describe your experience working with report writing or data visualization software. Include the type of products you have used (i.e. SAP, Tableau, SAS, Google Looker, IBM Cognos, PowerBI, etc.)

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.

Desirable Qualifications

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:

The candidate should have:

• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

• Understanding of statistical analysis techniques and principles.

• Experience analyzing large data sets.

We would like the candidate to have:

• Experience with cannabis industry data or business practices.

• Experience using reporting or data warehouse software (e.g.: MS SQL, Oracle, etc.)

• Experience using business intelligence reporting software (e.g.: Tableau, SAS, PowerBI, Google Looker, etc.)

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://cannabis.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:

Human Resources Branch

(844) 612-2322

HR@cannabis.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:

EEO Contact

(916) 891-7478

EEO@cannabis.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 Instructions

If using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Do not include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, and LEAP information.

Applicants who submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD. 678). Applicants who fail to submit the most current version may be disqualified. Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with dates, duties, responsibilities, and contact information for supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in being screened out.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Electronic application packages must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date.

Mail application packages must be postmarked before or on the final filing date. Hand delivered application packages must be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted.

If you have updates to your online application after you have submitted it, contact HR@cannabis.ca.gov. For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, contact (866) 844-8671.

For LEAP information, visit CalHR and DOR. For Veterans' preference information, visit CalCareers.

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.