Research Analyst Principal - Temp - PH

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 

Do you want to utilize research and data to improve the health of Idahoans? Are you seeking a position with good work-life balance and an excellent benefits package? The Policy, Performance, and Strategy team in the Division of Public Health is looking for qualified candidate. The Research Analyst, Principal - Temporary position fulfills the data needs of the Population Health Data team. This position is responsible for providing analyst duties associated with the division's Population Health Data team. This position primarily supports the maintenance and development of division data dashboards developed using Tableau software. This announcement will be used to fill the current vacancy in Boise only. 

This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training.

This announcement may be used to fill full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. Temporary positions are limited to working 1,385 hours in a 12-month period for any one state agency. Employees are eligible for benefits if they work twenty (20) hours or more per week and the term of employment is expected to exceed five (5) continuous months.

BENEFITS:

We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.  

OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS 

• 11 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start 
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Analyzes data, interprets trends, and results of the findings, and develops conclusions in coordination with staff. 
• Develops interactive data visualization and presentation tools as a resource for all levels of staff. 
• Compiles and disseminates findings in formats appropriate to various users and makes oral presentations of findings. 
• Identifies erroneous or questionable data and contacts or directs staff to contact providers to verify and correct. 
• Reviews and updates data ensuring output is consistent with study. 
• Works with business areas to oversee and provide data for data driven decision making for the organization. 
• Assists business with defining data needs and data collection.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

• Experience that demonstrates considerable knowledge of modeling and trend analysis and simulation techniques. Typically gained by completion of at least two semesters of college level statistics in modeling, trend analysis and simulation techniques, AND at least two years of relevant practical experience and training in those areas OR at least three years of relevant practical experience and training in those areas OR Experience or a combination of coursework and experience that represents the knowledge level above.
• Experience planning, developing, and implementing complex research and statistical projects and presenting the results. Typically gained by at least one year of work experience planning, developing, and implementing complex research and statistical projects, and presenting the results. Experience should include independently identifying or defining the scope of the project; analyzing the problem requiring research and statistical analysis; developing the research project; and implementing and presenting the research results. 
• Experience using and interpreting output of a statistical analysis software package. Typically gained by at least one year of experience using and interpreting statistical output from a statistical analysis software package (e.g. SAS, SPSS, STATA, Number Cruncher, Excel, Minitab, etc.). 

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.

• Experience creating data visualizations in Tableau. Typically gained by at least one year of demonstrated work experience. 
• Experience coding in statistical software, such as R or SAS. Typically gained by at least one year of demonstrated work experience. 
• Good knowledge of data analysis and visualization methods and best practices. Typically gained by at least one year of demonstrated work experience. 
• Experience accessing and managing large data sources using various methods, such as SQL query, APIs, etc. Typically gained by at least one year of demonstrated work experience. 

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EMAIL:[email protected] 
PHONE:(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.