research data supervisor ii - San Francisco, United States - Department of Industrial Relations

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Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief of the Office of the Director- Research Unit, the Research Data Supervisor II supervises several Prevailing Wage Research Data Analyst staff, while assuming responsibility for carrying out certain program elements.A description of the program elements on which the incumbent works, with approximate percentages of his/her time devoted to each element follows. Essential tasks include: devises and implements overall plans for specific assignments such as: apprentice determinations, petitions to review, and special research assignments; organizes the workload and assignments of the research staff who conduct wage and benefits surveys; oversees the semiannual publication of the Director's General Prevailing Wage Determinations; resolves escalation of any issues raised by staff or the Research Data Supervisor I; identifies, reports, and makes recommendations to the Deputy Chief on the most complex prevailing wage matters; responsible for setting goals, deadlines, and priorities for the General Prevailing Wage Determination section; In a lead capacity, communicates or oversees a small team that communicates business requirements to the Office of Information Services and/or vendors for systems maintenance or systems development projects, etc.

This position requires the incumbent to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff at all levels both within and outside the DIR to complete work assignments; display good judgement; possess, acquire and maintain knowledge and skills related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools and equipment; communicate effectively (orally and in writing) to successfully perform the duties of the position; seek direction where additional expertise is needed. Maintain attendance sufficient to complete tasks and assignments timely and meet regulatory deadlines. Must be regularly available and willing to work the hours the Department determines are necessary or desirable to meet its business needs, Monday-Friday. Telework is available and hybrid schedules (in office and telework) are currently utilized.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3

To be considered for this Research Data Supervisor II job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

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Working Conditions

This job is located at:
455 Golden Gate Ave.
San Francisco, CA

The incumbent works in a cubicle environment in an office setting with artificial light and temperature control. The position is located in the San Francisco office in a high rise building. Typical machines, tools, or equipment required to operate include but are not limited to: PCs with Windows and database applications, copy/fax machines, VOIP telephone system, and shredders. Incumbent may also telework part-time from home using state computers and equipment.

Special Requirements

Statement of qualifications (SOQ) is a detailed description of how your education, training, experience, and skills meet the desirable qualifications for the position. The SOQ is a narrative discussion (not a bulleted summary) which will be evaluated for written communication ability. Cover letters, personal statements and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Applicants who do not complete this SOQ will not be considered. In order to apply for this position, you must also submit a resume and references who can confirm the experience listed in your SOQ.

In your SOQ, address the following using specific examples of your work experience. Please address and number your responses to each item below in the same order as listed in this bulletin. The SOQ document must be no longer than three pages using 12-point font, which will be evaluated for written communication ability. Please provide references who can confirm your examples within the SOQ document. You must also indicate the total years of experience when addressing each of the following topics:

Question 1

Describe your professional work experience supervising or leading research projects related to wage and benefits where precedents were lacking or there was a sparse body of knowledge.

Question 2

Describe your professional work experience reviewing analytical data research performed by others and providing substantive feedback on formal memorandums, letters, charts, statistical tables or reports on the topic of prevailing wages.

Question 3

Describe your professional work experience with managing multiple deadlines and goals, including multitasking/delegating work to staff, prioritizing projects or assignments related to public works.

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