Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Safer Consumer Products (SCP) Program is a dynamic, passionate, and diverse team of innovative scientists, engineers, market researchers, and analysts working to revolutionize protection for California’s people and the environment by advancing the cutting-edge design, development, and use of chemically safer products. SCP is seeking an exceptional Research Data Specialist III who will be a Senior Economist responsible for driving transformative impact within our Economic Analysis and Market Research Unit by providing expert consultative services and innovative strategic insights about complex economic, fiscal, and game-changing market research analyses that shape the future of consumer safety.

To learn more about SCP, please visit our homepage at  .

As a Research Data Specialist III you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and conduct the most complex economic analyses utilizing advanced and innovative methodologies, techniques, and tools to ensure appropriate and effective regulatory implementation
• Evaluate and determine the potential use of the models to track the flow of resources and chemicals through the California economy to ensure appropriate information is considered when identifying chemical/product combinations
  
• Lead teams to plan, design, and implement major complex market research studies and projects in order to collect and evaluate product markets, supply chains, and economic and sales data from reports, databases, surveys, and other sources of information to ensure the identification and selection of priority products under the SCP regulations and to ensure identification of responsible entities during compliance and enforcement activities

• Identify and secure access to relevant data sources in order to characterize product markets and supply chains

• Lead a diverse team in researching complex demographic by determining the scope and parameters of the research criteria

• Perform statistical studies involving the assessment of demographic patterns and trends related to chemicals of concern

Desirable Qualifications We Look For:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and analysts
• Experience and knowledge related to conducting economic and fiscal impact statements
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and tools related to market analysis and research, including economics, demographic studies, data collection and management, product markets, and supply chains
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Excellent organizational skills

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

A hybrid schedule may be available for this position. The position is currently headquartered in Downtown Sacramento, CA.

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Special Requirements

Statement of Qualification (SOQ) Instructions

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of a candidate’s ability to
present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than
two (2) pages in length, using 12pt Arial font, and normal margins.

Your SOQ should address the following:

1. The Safer Consumer Products Program strives to work collaboratively with  manufacturers to encourage the transition toward safer and more sustainable  chemicals. From an economic perspective, what methods and policy strategies do you  believe may be effective for influencing companies to adopt safer chemical alternatives?

2. What metrics would you use to assess progress in shifting towards safer chemistries?

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Application Instructions

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended . If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.

For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 492030  and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.

Pending Budget Approval - DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer. 

Foreign Degrees

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.

Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found .

DO NOT include any confidential information in your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the "Special Requirements” section above for additional information.

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