Overview
Would you like to work for an energetic, high performing organization? If so, we invite you to come join us at CDPH.
The Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI) is responsible for department-wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of our work through better health information systems, increased application of epidemiologic methods of analysis, strong liaisons with public health organizations and schools of public health, and effective partnerships with local health agencies and professionals. CHSI houses the Office of Vital Records, responsible for registering all California vital events and providing birth, death, and marriage records to the public. In addition, CHSI is involved in many cross-cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.
The Research and Analytics Branch (RAB), Data Analytics Section (DAS) supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission, “To optimize the health and wellbeing of the people of California.” DAS is integral to this mission by collecting data for birth, death, and fetal death vital events, developing data products related to vital events, and creating annual source data files of these data.
The Research Data Specialist I (RDS I) trains internal staff and stakeholders how to utilize the Electronic Death Registration System (EDRS) disaster reporting field and associated data. Independently extracts and creates complex vital statistics data products and tabular reports utilizing various software applications (SAS, R, SQL, Databricks). Works as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders as the disaster-related mortality specialist. Outreaches to local coroners’ offices to improve disaster-related mortality reporting.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I
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:
Self-motivated.
Experience with data analysis, management using programming languages SQL, R, SAS, Databricks or python and creating data visualization tools.
Demonstrate willingness to assume analytical duties of high complexity, manage multifaceted short, medium, and long-term analytical projects, and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
Have excellent communication and interactive skills.
Be extremely proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks.
Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner.
Demonstrate ability to offer succinct, value-added recommendations, exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment.
Perform both independently and in a cooperative team environment.
Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines.
Possess outstanding customer service skills.
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.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=468673
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
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.
