RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II

Role overview

Duties

• Develop robust fiscal estimates that account for factors such as funding environment, political considerations, and data integration.
• Contribute to state budget development and fiscal analysis of proposed legislation.
• Work with minimal direction and develop relationships across department branches.
• Mentor junior staff, lead complex assignments, and act as manager when required.
• Present work subject to review by senior management, executive staff, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematics, statistics, research, and analytical experience.
• Strong research background from academia and/or work in a data-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and reason logically.
• Understanding of social services policy and experience applying statutes, regulations, and procedures are desirable.
• A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted with the application as instructed.

Workplace and schedule

• The position is listed as hybrid and may require in-person attendance based on operational needs and applicable telework policy.
• The successful candidate must reside in California at appointment; proof of residency may be required.

Compensation

• Research Data Analyst II salary is $6,647–$8,325 per month.
• The posting also lists Research Data Analyst I alternate ranges of $4,469–$5,079, $4,611–$5,495, and $5,529–$6,922 per month.
• New-to-state candidates are hired at the classification minimum or applicable alternate-range minimum.

Application requirement

• Final filing date listed as October 16, 2026.