Research Data Specialist

Position: RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

Job Posting:

Meteorological Data and Forecast Specialist

Department of Water Resources

JC-535791 -

JC-535791 - Meteorological Data and Forecast Specialist
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

$6,955.00 - $8,706.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/9/2026

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I

Meteorological Data and Forecast Specialist

Classification:

RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST I $6,955.00 - $8,706.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Flood Operations, Hydrology and Flood Operations, Hydrology Section, River Forecasting Unit;
Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature.

We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Pre-employment eligibility may require passing a security check, as outlined in U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) Departmental Administrative Order (DAO) 207-12:
Foreign Access Management Program, NOAA Administrative Order (NAO) 207-12, and NWS Foreign National Access and Technology Transfer Directive (NWSI) 60-704, including any applicable requirements related to access by foreign nationals. Continued access to NWS networks and databases may also require periodic reverification and compliance with applicable security and access requirements.

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:

Our ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of California’s meteorology, weather patterns, climatology, and hydrometeorology. Experience analyzing and performing statistical analysis of meteorological and climatological data, numerical weather prediction guidance, radar and satellite products, and precipitation and temperature forecasts is highly desirable. Experience with atmospheric river analysis, extreme precipitation, ensemble forecasting, hydrometeorological data collection – including Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) and validation, forecast verification, or research-to-operations activities is preferred.

The incumbent should have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to analyze complex information and present results through technical summaries, briefings, maps, charts, and graphics. Experience collaborating with research institutions, universities, or government agencies is desirable. Proficiency…