Data Analyst - Research Analyst 3 (2 Positions) - Limited Duration (oregon)

Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

07/25/2024

Application Deadline:

08/04/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$4,755 - $7,296

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Data Analyst - Research Analyst 3 (2 Positions) - Limited Duration

Job Description:

The Oregon State Hospital is looking to hire 2 Data Analyst’s on a limited duration basis.

The primary purpose of these positions is to work closely with our Data and Metrics Coordinators, Performance Analysts, and Research Coordinators to ensure the Data & Analysis team can meet the needs of the hospital. The Data Analyst position will have a variety of data collection, data cleaning, analysis, reporting duties, and require the ability to create written documentation that will provide a strong narrative account of incidents and trends for leadership to review.  The person(s) in this position must have extensive knowledge of, and experience with, a wide variety of quantitative and statistical methodologies as well as general sociological, demographic, and research design techniques. 

What you will do!

The Data Analyst will communicate, coordinate, and work with staff at all levels within Oregon Health Authority and Oregon State Hospital.  This position must be capable of working on projects independently or as part of a team of researchers.  The person in this position will consult with agency management and others regarding informational needs but will use independent judgment when developing research projects and associated processes. This position, in consultation with other Data & Analysis staff and/or the Director, Data and Analysis, will use the principles of project management to achieve appropriate results.

Manage Hospital Data

• Perform data cleaning, data validation, and quality control duties.

Data Requests and Metrics Support

• Develop useful and useable findings based on valid research and data analysis.

• Provide expertise in consultation to help design appropriate and useful metrics for all areas of the hospital.

Performance System Support

• Provide data and support for the hospital’s Performance System.

Research Support

• Provide data and support for survey and research projects occurring at the hospital.

These positions are designed to work 40 hours per week during normal business hours (Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm). Schedule flexibility can be negotiated with emphasis on the business needs of the positions.  Work is intended to be primarily remote work, but in-office arrangements can be made. 

Work is performed with the use of computer, telephone, and other technologies; participation in meetings with co-workers and stakeholders; and emphasis on Lean methodologies.  The nature of work within Data & Analysis is subject to fluctuating workloads and priorities in dealing with highly complex, sensitive and/or political issues.  Occasional contact with angry or confused employees, patients, other agency representatives, and members of the public is possible.  Incidental local and in-state travel may be required.

What's in it for you?

• A position where your input and contributions impact Oregonians 

• 11 paid holidays per year

• Choose an item.hours of vacation leave and Choose an item. hours of sick leave per month, and many other paid leave days

• Nearly unbeatable medical, vision, and dental benefits

• Pension and retirement programs

• Employee Assistance Plan

• Flexible Spending accounts

This posting will be used to fill two Limited Duration, full-time positions. These positions are represented by a union, SEIU.

OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in any discipline that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and one year experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports;
OR
Four years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports.

In addition to the above requirements, some positions require one or more of the following:

(Depending on the position, the amount or experience and education will vary and be decided by the appointing authority at the time of recruitment.)

• Experience in using trends such as social, economic, or industrial to do analytical research

• Experience using advanced statistical or quantitative analysis computer applications

• College-level course work in advanced statistics or quantitative analysis such as multiple regression, factor analysis, analyses of variance and discriminate analysis

Special Qualifications

Incumbents should have advanced knowledge and experience with data and report writing software such as Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Access), SAP Crystal Reports, Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services, Microsoft Visual Studio, SAP Business Objects, and Tableau.

Incumbents must be able to skillfully collaborate with multiple stakeholders, work with large and complex data sets, quickly and accurately analyze data, and prepare data visualizations and written reports for lay audiences.
 

How to apply:

• Complete the online application (Required for consideration)

• Attach a Resume/Cover Letter describing how your education and/or experience meets the Required and Requested Attributes listed above. (Required for consideration)

Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.  For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please call Melissa Perez, SPHR.

Voice: [503-209-7058] (TTY 711)

Email: melissa.m.perez@oha.oregon.gov

Additional Information:

• After submitting your online application, log in to your Workday account to review and finalize any pending tasks or required actions that are necessary to complete the application process.

• The salary listed is at the non-PERS rate. Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) eligible employees will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay the 6% employee contribution to PERS. If you are not yet PERS eligible, the 6.95% pay increase and employee contribution will be effective upon PERS eligibility.

• Veterans: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.

• Visa Sponsorship: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.  OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

• Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

• Pre-employment Drug Test: Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test; this includes marijuana due the use of federal funds within Oregon State Hospital.

• Future Vacancies: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

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Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. We determine salary by reviewing your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.