Under direction of the Research Data Supervisor II, the Research Data Specialist I (RDS I), is a member of the Research Unit performing a variety of research functions to support the Board of State and Community Corrections' (BSCC's) research mission. Research functions include evaluation of criminal and juvenile justice programs, design and implementation of special research projects, and the collection and analysis of community corrections-related data.
This position works in conjunction with Field Representatives for the four (4) BSCC divisions: Standards and Training for Corrections (STC), Corrections Planning and Grant Programs (CPGP), Facilities Standards and Operations (FSO), and the County Facilities Construction (CFC). Experience in the criminal and juvenile justice system is helpful, however not required. High-level knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel is required; tasks also require knowledge and use of Tableau, Smartsheet, R, Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), and Microsoft's Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Visio software.
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 I
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-520179
Position #(s):
917-101-5742-006
Working Title:
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I
Classification:
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I $6,955.00 - $8,706.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information The Board of State and Community Corrections provides statewide leadership, coordination, and technical assistance to promote effective state and local efforts and partnerships in California's adult and juvenile criminal justice system, including providing technical assistance and coordination to local governments related to realignment.
For more information about this position, see JOB posting
http://www.bscc.ca.gov/s_careers/
Special Requirements The Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is a narrative that serves as documentation of candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Responses must be no more than 1 page in length, size 12-point Arial font, and address the following questions. The questions must also be included in your SOQ submission. Grammar, spelling, and punctuation will also be factors in evaluating the SOQ.
Provide an example describing how you have developed training materials for internal or external stakeholders. This example must be related to an activity in your resume. Provide an example of how you have collaborated across internal teams and with external stakeholders to validate data, exchange insights, and contribute to system enhancements. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 6/16/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
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:
Board of State and Community Corrections
N/A
Attn: Human Resources Office - IG
C/O - SCO Human Resources Office
300 Capitol Mall, Ste. 300
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Board of State and Community Corrections
N/A
Human Resources Office - IG
C/O - SCO Human Resources Office
300 Capitol Mall, Ste. 300
Sacramento , CA 95814
Application must be received in HR, postmarked or submitted online, by final date.
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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Statement of Qualifications -
In addition to your application, you are required to submit a statement of qualifications, please see the special requirements section or visit http://www.bscc.ca.gov/s_careers/ for more details.
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:
- Grant proposal evaluation design and implementation
- Strong internal/external communication skills, including public presentations
- Data collection and grant reporting for grant activities including organizing and managing research project files
- Social science and/or criminal justice research design, literature review, and analysis
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
BSCC HR
(916) 341-6891
BSCCHR@bscc.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:
SCO EEO Officer
(916) 324-2223
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.
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.
