Description
Duties Description
As part of the Informatics Unit, within the Bureau of Informatics and Technology (BIT), the Data Analyst 1 will work under the direction of a Data Analyst 2 in support data quality for the Statewide Planning and Research Cooperative (SPARCS) and the All-Payer Database (APD), including:
- Develop and test repeatable code/methods to create data quality reports;
- Implements and adheres to a publishing schedule for data quality reports and dashboards; updating materials weekly, monthly, quarterly or yearly as determined by the Data Quality Strategy;
- Peer reviews code used in the development of data quality reports and dashboards;
- Supports data analysis, data quality investigations, writing up issues and keeping track of resolution;
- Conducts de-identification reviews and data quality reviews; to ensure the public use file data meets the standards for public release;
- Peer reviews code used in the testing of public use files;
- Assists, as necessary, other Departmental systems with the automation of files and deidentification of data;
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Non Competitive Candidates: Four years of experience* in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools and satisfactory completion of a two-year traineeship; OR six years of experience* in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools.
- Substitution: An associate's degree may substitute for two years of general experience; or a bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of general experience. A master's degree in data or computer science, informatics, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, may substitute for one year of general experience; or a Ph.D. in these fields may substitute for two years of general experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the Healthcare claims lifecycle and experience working with large relational data models; Experience using programming tools such as SQL, SAS, or comparable platforms for data aggregation, data cleaning and analytical queries; Experience with data visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI; Desired skills include strong organizational abilities, analytical judgment, and attention to detail; Ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable information for non-technical audiences and decision-makers.
Additional Comments
Work hours and telecommuting availability (50% maximum) for this position will be discussed during the interview process, and are subject to operational needs and the telecommuting application process. Any non-telecommuting days are required to be in-person in the Corning Tower in downtown Albany, NY.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
- Shift & Geographic pay differentials
- Affordable Health Care options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
- And many more...
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
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