Overview
To Apply: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=493734
Under the general direction of the Chief of the Traffic Accident Surveillance and Analysis (TASAS) Branch, a Senior Transportation Engineer, the Research Data Specialist I independently performs advanced and complex geospatial and non-spatial data preparation, research, and analysis using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) methodologies. The incumbent develops and automates techniques to streamline geospatial data manipulation, spatial analysis, and visualization of safety data to support Model Inventory of Roadway Element (MIRE) reporting and safety analysis. The incumbent coordinates with local/regional agency to collect, process, validate and maintain MIRE dataset and provides GIS training and support to staff within the Branch. The incumbent, as a GIS lead, may be assigned to special projects or activities within the Branch.
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Research Data Specialist I Exam
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Research Data Specialist I Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g. transfer, permissive reinstatement or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. The Research Data Specialist I Exam is located here: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2360
About Caltrans
From roads less traveled to highways supporting California’s demanding commute. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) manages more than 50,000 miles of California's highway and freeway lanes, provides inter-city rail services, permits more than 400 public-use airports and special-use hospital heliports, and works with local agencies to keep California moving.
More than the road workers, we are California’s transportation infrastructure; established in 1895, Caltrans has been active in moving the people and commerce of California and continues to model the way in innovative transportation systems. Caltrans specializes in many areas related to transportation: Engineering, Environmental Analysis, Information Technology, Maintenance, Equipment, Transportation Planning, Land Surveys, Right of Way, Finance, Traffic Operations, Aeronautics, Legal, and Administration