Overview
Job Description and Duties
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by providing expert technical consultation associated with conducting complex analytical studies and the management of vital statistics data.
The Research Data Specialist II (RDS II) develops and refines data governance and normalization standards, analyses methodology, and programming procedures to improve the quality of vital records data. Develops coding procedures and standards to automate data file production and quality assurance procedures. Provides support for all Research and Analytics Branch (RAB) journey level analysts and technicians in the analyses, processing, organization, preparation, and dissemination of vital statistics information. The incumbent will also represent the Branch at various data committees, task forces, and workgroups.
About The California Department of Public Health
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
