RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II JC-529845

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by optimizing data and technology by improving collection and reporting of data through the surveillance system administered by the Public Health Reporting InforMation Exchange (PRIME) Branch.

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Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by optimizing data and technology by improving collection and reporting of data through the surveillance system administered by the Public Health Reporting InforMation Exchange (PRIME) Branch.

The Research Data Specialist II (RDS II) serves as a lead technical analyst and subject-matter expert for the CalREDIE Help Desk Unit. The incumbent independently performs advanced data analysis, complex research activities, and expert level troubleshooting for the California Reportable Disease Information Exchange (CalREDIE) system. Provides high level technical management, oversees the development and evaluation of performance metrics, and recommends strategic enhancements that strengthen statewide disease surveillance operations. Demonstrates advanced communication and consolation skills to effectively engage stakeholders, translate complex information, and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction across diverse user groups.

The incumbent works under the general direction of the Supervisor II of the CalREDIE Help Desk Unit (CHDU).

This is a 12-Month Limited Term position that may be extended or become permanent.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

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Final Filing Date: 9/9/2026

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-529845

Position #(s):

580-480-5758-901

Working Title

PRIME Helpdesk Tier 2 Support

Classification

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II

$7,640.00 - $9,561.00 A

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

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time