Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Director, Administrative Services Division, the incumbent is responsible to determine the scope and parameters of research criteria and perform the most complex research and data analysis projects; methods for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data; identify new strategies or sources for collecting data; assessing patterns to forecast future impacts and trends.

This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications:

• December 18, 2023
• December 28, 2023
• January 8, 2024
• January 18, 2024
• January 29, 2024
• February 8, 2024
• February 19, 2023
• February 29, 2024
• March 11, 2024
• March 21, 2024
• April 1, 2024
• April 11, 2024
• April 22, 2024
• May 2, 2024

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-383857

Position #(s):

192-403-5770-XXX

Working Title:

Research Data Specialist III

Classification:

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST III

$7,315.00 - $9,155.00 A

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) is conveniently located in the downtown area near many popular restaurants, shops, public transportation, and affordable parking options. The purpose of the CTC is to ensure integrity and high quality in the preparation, conduct and professional growth of the educators who serve California's public schools. Its work shall reflect both statutory mandates that govern the Commission and research on professional practices.

Telework may be considered for this position.

Department Website: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

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 Filled

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:

Commission on Teacher Credentialing

Attn: Office of Human Resources

1900 Capitol Ave

Sacramento, CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Commission on Teacher Credentialing

Office of Human Resources

1900 Capitol Ave

Sacramento, CA 95811

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 - SEE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS SECTION.

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:

Knowledge of software, research methods and techniques; application of computerized models to research data; statistical and other methods used in the analysis and projections of data; survey methods and analytical techniques; operations research methods.

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://www.ctc.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:

Casey Martino

(916) 323-7157

cmartino@ctc.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:

Rhonda Brown

(916) 322-6253

RBrown@ctc.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.

Statement of Qualifications

Statement of Qualification(SOQ) is required. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered and excluded from the hiring process as this is a requirement of the application.

The SOQ needs to describe how your education, training, experience, and skills qualify you for this position.

The SOQ cannot be more than two (2) pages, using 12 point font size.

• What is your background in research, education, or related fields?

• Describe what experience you have in software research methods and techniques

• Describe your experience working with state agencies and/or educational entities.

• Describe your experience in presenting statistical data either verbally or written communications.

• Explain about a time when your data analysis helped inform policy decisions.

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.