SB125 Transit Data Scientist

Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision, the CalSTA SB125 Transit Data Specialist (RDS II) will independently perform a variety of tasks including data management, complex research development and execution, data analysis/visualization, and reporting on policy impacts and actions to take. The RDS II will lead collaboration with a variety of teams inside and outside CalSTA and the Caltrans Division of Data & Digital Services, translating transit policy into data products with plans for ongoing maintenance and iteration. The RDS II will independently seek and incorporate user feedback, develop and update products in an iterative and agile manner using version control (Github) and statistical/data science programming tools (mainly Python). The RDS II will lead the development of SB125-related data collection, performance metrics and data products for statewide use. The RDS II will be the technical lead for public-facing transit analytics products, including data hosted on the Caltrans Open Data Geoportal or web-hosted visualizations/dashboards supporting the implementation of SB125 and related initiatives by Caltrans including the California Integrated Mobility Program. The RDS II will be part of a community of practice with other data analysts and provide peer support for their work as requested.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Research Data Specialist II exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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Working Conditions

Position is located at 400 Capitol Mall, Suite 2340 Sacramento, Ca 95814

This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.

This position involves teleworking and reporting to the office as needed and/or required. The incumbent is required to comply with telework agreement policies and procedures.

While at their base of operation, employee will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting.

Employee may be required to sit for long periods using a keyboard and video display terminal to review and access information. The employee may also be required to work after hours as needed.

Special Requirements

All applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) as part of their application. This document is intended to highlight your interest in the position, as well as your relevant knowledge and experience.

The SOQ should be typed and no more than two pages in length, utilizing Arial 12-point font, with 1-inch margins. The page should include your name at the top of the page and must include a response to the questions below:

1. Please describe your experience with analyzing quantitative data to answer research questions or business questions. Please describe the specific tools or methods you have used or are familiar with.

2. How do planning decisions made by transit operators and right of way managers, such as Caltrans, affect the experience of riding public transit in California? Which data do you think is most relevant to empower agencies to implement changes that will reduce wait times and speed travel times, and how would you design a tool to present that data?

3. How would you approach assembling a dataset for transit grant making and reporting purposes? What data would you request? On what frequency?

Applications without a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) will not be considered for this position.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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:

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Benefits

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Important Application Instructions:

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

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 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.
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  Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.