Research Data Specialist

Career Services & Outreach Analyst at California Department of Insurance

How to apply:

Job Code: JC-503863 | Position #:

-901 |

Working Title:

Catastrophe Risk and Mitigation Specialist | Classification: RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

Pay Range: $6,955.00 - $8,706.00 A

Position: 1 |

Work Location:

Hybrid Telework | Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

The California Department of Insurance (CDI) seeks a dynamic Research Data Specialist I who manages and presents scientific data and modeling information. The position reports to the Insurance Model Advisor and serves as a Climate and Catastrophe Risk Mitigation Specialist. Key responsibilities include supporting and developing data processes, preparing complex statistical analyses, and recommending policies to reduce climate risks related to wildfire, extreme heat, and flooding events.

The role is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and requires completion of a Statement of Economic Interest (Form 700). Employees must comply with the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 information.

• Proven commitment to working in teams with diverse backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences.
• Experience managing and presenting scientific data and modeling information.
• Experience creating communications documents, such as fact sheets, presentations, and visualizations for public audiences.
• Experience producing written memoranda, visual analyses, technical and public reports, and analytical or policy summaries.
• Strong organizational skills for collaborative projects.
• Understanding of climate change risks to insurance, climate resilience, land‑use, datasets and statistical models, and risk mitigation approaches.

• Medical benefits – health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• On‑the‑job training
• Recognition program
• Paid holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Annual performance‑based salary increase up to 5%

Hiring Unit Contact:
Classification & Consultation Unit, (916) 492‑3300,

EEO Contact: EEO Officer, (916) 492‑3024,

California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice)

The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, sexual orientation, and other protected classes. All applicants are expected to comply with the state's drug‑free workplace policies.

Associate

Full‑time

Research

Data Infrastructure and Analytics, Insurance, Climate Data and Analytics