Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Do you have experience leading a dedicated team of data-driven individuals? Like learning why people do what they do? Want to actually see the value you and your team adds to a business? The Business Planning & Research Unit at the California Lottery is seeking an organized, analytical, and creative leader to manage and mentor the high-performing Research team. The Research Data Supervisor 2 (Research Manager) is responsible for the planning, development, and communication of thoughtful evaluations and consumer insight studies that are key to business and marketing strategy decisions; all with the ultimate goal of maximizing sales and contributions to California public schools.

This position requires a current Research Data Supervisor II exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery?  

People are drawn to the Lottery because we:

• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

May consider a Training & Development assignment.

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement.  The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements." 

It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission.

New to State candidates are hired at the minimum salary of the classification.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

1. Schedule: The RDSup2 is expected to primarily work between the business hours of 7:30a-5:30p.
2. Travel: Periodic travel may be required dependent on research needs.
3. Other: Required to work a minimum of two days in the headquarters office (climate controlled high-rise office building under artificial lighting).

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense.

• If you are basing your eligibility on education, (), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent.  Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial ; official transcripts will be required upon appointment .  Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably with a specialization in statistics, economics, data analysis, quantitative research, or psychology.
  
• 5+ years of experience in consumer market research, specifically with the design and execution of both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
  
• 5+ years of experience in quantitative and statistical analysis on programs or initiatives.
  
• 3+ years of managerial/lead experience with the ability to lead an established team of high-functioning, technical staff. Strong team building skills to encourage a collaborative culture.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability and experience in building successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders to establish collaborative partnerships.
  
• Expert knowledge and experience with workflow planning, timeline management, and work prioritization techniques and principles.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and conducting presentations before audiences of all levels and size.  Ability to convey and explain complex problems and recommendations to a technical and non-technical audience. 
  
• Ability to shift to changing priorities, critically and strategically think through problems and risks, and be detail oriented.
  
• Demonstrated experience evaluating processes and working with others to improve efficiencies and productivity.
  

Benefits

Position Location

California State Lottery 

700 North Tenth Street

Sacramento, CA 95811

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see instructions below.  In order to be considered you must submit a Statement of Qualifications.

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