RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I
IT, Data Science
Sacramento County, CA, USA
USD 4,469-6,922 / month
Job Posting: Consumer Research Data Analyst
CA State Lottery
RESEARCH DATA ANALYST I
$4,469.00 - $6,922.00 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: 8/26/2026
Job Description and Duties
Interested in digging into why people do what they do? Like to work independently but with a supportive team to bounce ideas off of and learn from? Want to actually see the value you add to a business? The Business Planning & Research Unit at the California Lottery is dedicated to maximizing sales and contributions to California public schools through thoughtful evaluations of marketing initiatives and enterprise programs, and conducting consumer research and analytics to drive key business and marketing strategy decisions. And we need another creative, analytical thinker to join our team!
This position requires a current Research Data Analyst I exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here 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.
- 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
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
The Lottery is less than 30 minutes from all that Downtown Sacramento has to offer. Amenities include an onsite restaurant, free gym, close to the light rail station, electric car charging stations, and free parking!! Apply today to join a dynamic organization that is not only passionate about its mission, but also its people!!
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
- a. Schedule: The RDAI is expected to primarily work between the business hours of 7:30am-5:30pm.
- b. Travel: Periodic travel may be required dependent on research needs.
- c. Other: Required to work a minimum of two days in the headquarters office (climate controlled high-rise office building under artificial lighting).
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Department Information
The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. We believe in California For All.
In fiscal year 2024-25, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $9.2 billion with approximately $1.9 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers® games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, and SuperLotto Plus® and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot®.
Special Requirements
- 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.
- The position requires a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- If you are basing your eligibility on education, (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), 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.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/26/2026Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Statement of Qualification instructions below.
Desirable Qualifications
- Degree in statistics, economics, data analysis, quantitative research, or psychology.
- Knowledge and experience conducting quantitative analysis on programs or initiatives.
- Knowledge and experience with the design and execution of both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
- Knowledge and/or experience conducting data manipulation, aggregations, and analysis of structured and unstructured data using Excel.
- Experience using SPSS (or other statistical software), Power BI (or other visualization tool), R (or other predictive modeling software), and/or survey data analysis software.
- Knowledge of utilizing the scientific method for research.
- Knowledge of time management and organizational techniques to provide for efficient prioritization and completion of competing work assignments.
- Experience writing technical reports and presenting data and statistical analysis to others.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to convey and explain complex problems and solutions to a technical and non-technical audience.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources, JC 528005
(916) 822-8158
careers@calottery.com
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Equal Employment Opportunity Office
(916) 822-8458
eeooffice@calottery.com
Statement of Qualifications
Position Location
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
