Research Data Specialist I - Yolo County, CA, United States - State Teachers' Retirement System

State Teachers' Retirement System
State Teachers' Retirement System
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Yolo County, CA, United States

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The CalSTRS Enterprise Strategy Management Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as a Research Data Specialist I on the Continuous Improvement Team.


  • The Enterprise Strategy Management Division drives strategic planning, organizational performance, enterprise sustainability, continuous improvement, research, and innovation at CalSTRS. The business areas in the division work together to increase CalSTRS' ability to integrate business intelligence into organizational planning and performance. The work of the division informs the Teachers' Retirement Board and the CalSTRS executive staff to arrive at sound decisions in pursuit of CalSTRS' strategic goals.
  • The Continuous Improvement Team is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and executing all activities related to the development, maintenance, implementation and executions of business process improvement and business process re engineering. CIT works to foster organizational awareness; bridge crossfunctional process improvement; improve efficiency and effectiveness in work processes; support risk analysis and risk mitigation; and formalize and document processes. CalSTRS is committed to creating an organizational culture where employees thrive, and members receive exemplary products and services.
  • Under the general direction of the Research Data Manager, the Research Data Specialist I independently develops and utilizes research methodology and techniques in areas where precedents are lacking. The incumbent is responsible for a wide range of research and analytical duties regarding complex projects related to Business Process Improvement (BPI) and Business Process Reengineering (BPR) activities for CalSTRS in addition to supporting the innovation program, as needed.
Experience leading projects with multi-disciplinary team members and cross-functional stakeholders.

  • Experience with research, analysis, and identifying patterns from historical data.
  • Ability to develop, track, evaluate, and perform statistical analysis on performance measurement metrics.
  • Knowledge of Business Process Improvement (BPI) or Business Process Reengineering (BPR) work efforts.
  • Knowledge of change management strategies, Lean Six Sigma for operational excellence and organizational performance management.
  • Experience leading and facilitating BPIrelated activities, including mapping sessions, workshops or focus groups.
  • Ability to identify and advise on operational improvement opportunities thru established methodologies.
  • Experience communicating and presenting information to a variety of audiences, including directors and executives.

Telework Information:

We offer a hybrid approach including in-office and remote work solutions with staff working on-site at
our Headquarters in West Sacramento 2-3
days per week.**Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.

Working Conditions

  • 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 CalSTRS.
  • Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

  • RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I
Additional Documents

  • Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details


Job Code #:


  • JC431329
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Position #(s):

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Working Title:


Business Process Specialist

Classification:


  • RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I
$6, $8,206.00 A

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# of Positions:

  • 1
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Work Location:


  • Yolo County
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Telework:


  • Hybrid
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Job Type:


  • Permanent, Full Time
  • Department Information

Cal


STRS:
Securing the financial future and sustaining the trust of California's educators


CalSTRS is the largest educator-only pension fund in the world, providing retirement, disability and survivor benefits to California's more than 1 million public school educators and their families.

Named as one of the best places to work in money management eight times by Pensions & Investments magazine, we are a world-class financial services institution with a commitment to sustainability and wellness.

Our two U.S.

Green Building LEED Platinum-certified headquarters buildings in West Sacramento, California, feature sustainable construction, abundant natural lighting, an organic garden, sustainable beekeeping and ergonomic functionally designed workspaces.

We offer a variety of on-site amenities to our team members, including two full-service cafés, two free fitness centers, a bicycle rental library and a child care center with a covered playground.

Team members enjoy walks along the Sacramento River and nearby seasonal farmers markets.

In addition to our state-of-the-art amenities, we offer thriving wellness and sustainability programs, an award-winning employee recognition program, and ongoing training, learning and development oppor
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