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Job Description and Duties This position may be located in Sacramento or Vacaville. This is a 12-month limited term position which may be extended, cancelled, or made permanent at any time. Job Description and Duties OneAdmin Planning & Operations has an opening for an opportunity as a Senior OneAdmin Planning & Operations Professional at the Research Data Analyst II level. Under the general direction of the Senior OneAdmin Planning & Operations Manager, this position is responsible for performing statistical work, including: developing in depth analysis on Workforce Capacity studies and creating Workforce Capacity models; researching, collecting, completing and analyzing surveys that include compensation for classifications at various levels; conducting literature searches using industry best practices, assisting in identification of metrics, organizing, merging, and analyzing data using appropriate statistical techniques; building and enhancing data visualizations such as dashboards with the use of Business Intelligence tools; Cost Benefit Analysis for major projects; Benefit Assessments; writing project summaries, executive summaries, research reports, and fact sheets in support of leadership initiatives. The incumbent will also be responsible for reporting on Workday, which includes designing, generating, and interpreting reports within the Workday platform to support workforce planning and operational decision-making. This role would develop custom dashboards and analytics to track key workforce metrics, monitor trends, and provide recommendations for process improvements.
The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:
- Translate business problem statements into practical hypothesis.
- Identify relevant statistical and modeling methods.
- Gather, compile, and provide analysis and interpretation of data in support of data projects.
- Extract, prepare and organize data sets for modeling and analytical consumption.
- Suggest and evolve a variety of numerical models and evaluate their performance.
- Perform ad hoc analysis on demand to understand ongoing business issues.
- Create and maintain documentation of all analytical work during the project.
- Work with Analytics managers and other analysts on model evaluation and review exercises.
- Effectively communicate analytical processes and results (e.g., oral and written presentations).
- Perform data quality checks to ensure high accuracy and integrity of modeling input data.
Desirable quantitative and qualitative skills include, but are not limited to:
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and writing skills.
- At least one year experience building numerical models or at least 3 years of progressive work experience in financial services or related areas.
- Advanced computer skills especially in MS Excel (e.g., formula/validation statements, charts/graphs, macros, etc.) and various databases, including data applications and management.
- Intermediate experience with Business Intelligence tools such as Power BI, MicroStrategy, Tableau, etc.
- Expert level proficiency using Microsoft Suite, e.g., Word, PowerPoint or equivalent.
- Understanding of database concepts; reason logically and creatively to analyze and explain data.
- Develop statistical methodologies and assumptions.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; present information and results of research using a variety of applications.
- Establish and maintain project priorities; analyze situations accurately and take effective action.
- Work professionally with other public and private entities. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Selected candidate(s) hired may be required to attend in-person Onboarding at our Vacaville office with expenses for attendance paid by State Fund. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement Department Information State Fund is California’s largest provider of workers’ compensation insurance. Established in 1914 by the state legislature, we offer diverse and comprehensive products and services that provide a strong and stable option for employers and injured employees with fast, reliable claims service and medical and indemnity benefits. Our culture centers on our purpose and values. We exist to provide fairly priced workers' compensation insurance, make workplaces safe, and restore injured workers. To fully represent California, we are committed to our employees by embracing and celebrating our diverse workforce and fostering inclusion to make the workplace a dynamic environment for all. We recognize and reward high performance, yet value a healthy work/life balance.
Department Website:
http://www.statefundca.com Special Requirements Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 application and resume. If a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this posting, it must also be submitted as instructed in the “Required Application Package” section. Alternative documents submitted in lieu of required Application, Resume, or Statement of Qualifications will not be accepted. Completed STD 678 must include duties performed, start and end dates, and hours worked per week for each position held. If this posting requires an SOQ, Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers can be helpful in researching responses to the SOQ; however, by submitting your application for this position, you understand and acknowledge the SOQ you submit is your own work, in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. Submitting a document that is not your own may be cause for disqualification from the hiring process.
Benefits
State Fund employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Our benefit package includes: Health Benefits Program (CalPERS) Retirement (CalPERS) Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions Dental, Vision 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans Employee Assistance Program Group Legal Services Insurance Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave Flex Elect Reimbursement Program Wellness and Recognition Alternate Work Schedules Transit Pass Program Tuition Reimbursement Dependent Scholarship Program Leadership Training Mentoring Program https://www.statefundca.com//Home/StaticIndex?id=https://content.statefundca.com//careers/Index.asp Background Investigation Prior to employment with State Compensation Insurance Fund, a background investigation (BI) will be initiated. Acknowledgement Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. By applying to this position, you are also acknowledging that you have received the following information:
- California State benefits
- Duty statement/Job Description
- Salary ranges and steps for the classification(s) advertised