Data Team Supervisor (Research Data Supervisor I)

Job Description and Duties **This is a re-advertisement. Candidates who previously applied for JC-534535 need to submit a new application package to be considered for interviews.** Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Chief of the Disaster Cost Analysis and Reconciliation (DCAR) Office, the incumbent is a working level supervisor that performs the most complex analytical and sensitive work and project management tasks pertaining to the data gathering, manipulation, maintenance, and reporting, and is expected to use various data management systems and technology tools and software. In collaboration with various stakeholders and unit staff, the candidate participates in various disaster cost analysis and reconciliation processes and provides recommendations on potential process improvements and technology updates. The incumbent provides supervision to the unit staff and ensures compliance with all state-mandated personnel management and supervision processes and procedures. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Application Package Requirements To have your application considered for this job opportunity: • List the Job Code (JC)and Position Number for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678. • List your most current employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the STD. 678. • Provide the “From” and “To” dates with the month, day and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours. • You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED” on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete. • SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter. • Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service. If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail. **A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.****All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.****We encourage applicants to apply electronically.** 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: • Ability to adapt to changing priorities. • Use creativity and innovation to resolve issues. • Proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and willing to learn new technological tools and incorporate them in daily tasks. • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner. • Experience in analyzing and interpreting various documents and types of data. • Demonstrate ability to follow directions, protocols, and procedures. • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment. • Perform both independently and in a cooperative team environment. • Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines. • Possess excellent customer service skills. Statement of Qualifications All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses may disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration. Please review the Duty Statement and the Desirable Qualifications for the Research Data Supervisor I. The SOQ should specifically outline how you meet any or all of the desirable qualifications outlined in the Job Posting and Duty Statement. SOQ FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS: • The SOQ shall be no more than two pages, single sided, in 12-point Arial font. • Must number and restate verbatim each question before the corresponding response in the same order as listed on this job posting. PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING: • Describe your experience with leading a team to complete a data research project and briefing findings to leadership. Provide one specific example, including the type of data collected, how the information was used to identify trends and/or anomalies, how you ensured the project stayed on track, and the outcome of the project. • How do you ensure the quality of the data being used? Provide an example where you identified quality control concerns and how you addressed those to ensure the accuracy of the project. For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog: Upload SOQ to your Application Package