Are you passionate about transforming data into meaningful insights that drive real impact? If so, the Research Data Analyst II role at the Department of FI$Cal might be the perfect opportunity for you.
In this role, you’ll work under the guidance of our Data Analytics Section Chief and take the lead on high-level analytical projects. As our Business Intelligence Analyst, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop compelling data visualizations, dashboards, and narratives that highlight key trends and performance metrics. You’ll play a central role in shaping how data is used to support decision-making across the department and beyond.
This position is all about curiosity and creativity—digging into complex datasets, crafting user-friendly tools, and continuously refining your work based on feedback in an agile, iterative environment. You’ll also contribute to the ongoing development of Open FI$Cal, our public-facing transparency site, and support special projects, audits, and high-visibility reports for leadership and oversight bodies.
Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Research Data Analyst II classification, you must take and pass the examination. The exam can be accessed by clicking here.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees currently required to work in-person at least two days per week. In alignment with Executive Order N-22-25, FI$Cal employees will be required to work in-person at least four days per week. FI$Cal’s office is located at 2000 Evergreen Street, Sacramento, CA 95815. Candidates residing outside of California are welcome to interview, but proof of California residency is required prior to appointment. Relocation and commute expenses are the responsibility of the employee.
This position requires prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment with the use of a personal computer. Employees must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a working environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment. All staff must maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, maintain good working habits and adhere to all policies and procedures.
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment with Department of FISCal.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-479541
Position #(s):
333-650-5731-001
Working Title:
Business Intelligence Analyst
Classification:
RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
$6,453.00 - $8,083.00 A
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Our department develops, maintains and operates FI$Cal, the statewide financial system. The FI$Cal system modernized how the state of California manages its finances and is one of the largest and most dynamic IT and business-transformation undertakings in California’s history. It eliminates the need for hundreds of independent legacy systems by combining the state’s accounting, budgeting, cash management, and procurement operations into a single financial-management system.
Our mission is to operate the statewide financial system to enable California to perform budgeting, procurement, cash management and accounting functions transparently and efficiently.
Our vision is to provide world-class customer service, innovative solutions and efficient system operations as a trusted partner.
Our department has four Divisions: Administrative Services, Business Operation & Solutions, Information Technology and Executive.
This position is located in the Administrative Services Division, (ASD) who strives to ensure effective, efficient and strategically aligned business processes that integrate administrative functions. To accomplish this, the Division stresses accessible and reliable Knowledge Management programs as well as formal and informal staff development and succession activities. ASD is committed to ensuring the Department is compliant with applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies related to Human Resources, Accounting, Budgeting, Procurement and Contract Management.
Department Website: https://fiscal.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity.
- This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- and may require excess hours to be worked.
- The incumbent is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal’s core values.
- The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities.
- This position may require the use of a hand-cart to transport documents and/or equipment over 20 pounds.
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: 6/15/2025Who 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.
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).
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:
Department of FISCal
Human Resources Office
Attn: Human Resources Office
2000 Evergreen Street
Suite 120
Sacramento, CA 95815
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of FISCal
Human Resources Office
Human Resources Office
2000 Evergreen Street
Suite 120
Sacramento, CA 95815
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 required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Please see instructions below.
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:
- Experience using Power BI, R, or another business intelligence app to develop BI dashboards and reports
- Experience with coding in Power BI DAX, R, Python, SQL, or related languages
- Experience with complex statistical and/or data analysis
- Experience with data mining in cloud, databases, or ERP systems and data cleaning
- Experience with formulating conclusions and recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Experience with reporting writing based in statistical data research and analysis
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Our office has free, gated parking, and convenient electric vehicle charging stations available.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://fiscal.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
FI$Cal Human Resources Office
(916) 576-5240
[email protected]
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:FI$Cal Labor
(916) 576-5240
[email protected]
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.
Statement of Qualifications
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.
When completing the SOQ, you must title the page “Statement of Qualifications” and list the question, providing your answer below. When completing the SOQ please explain your answers thoroughly, including all relevant experience, education and training. The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font and be no more than # pages in length with correct grammar use, punctuation and spelling. Your SOQ must address the following:
- What experiences, education, or training do you have that make you the best candidate for this position?
- Please provide an example of a business intelligence (BI) data visualization project that you were responsible for. What was the project? What BI tools or applications did you use? What type of data cleaning and statistical analysis methodologies did you incorporate in your project? What was the outcome of the project?
Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without the SOQ or that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.
Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.
Additional Application Information
Employment Application (STD. 678):
PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skill sets, education, and professional qualifications must be listed on the Employment Application (STD. 678); resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed STD. 678. In order for experience to be considered, applications must be completed fully, including “to” and “from” employment dates (m/d/y) and hours worked per week. If various hours per week please average. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678; failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH “SEE RESUME” OR “SEE ATTACHED” WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate STD. 678 is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.
PDF file format is preferred for supporting documents.
Applications submitted via mail or drop-off must include the JC number listed on this recruitment, and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the “Examinations or Job Title” section on your application (i.e. Training and Development, List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, etc.). Please do not include the Equal Employment Opportunity questionnaire of the state application.
Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a 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 (SSN), birth date, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online (i.e. SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number) will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S. equivalency prior to appointment by an organization, found here. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3.
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.
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