Data Analyst 2 - 03476, 02054

at  Health Department of

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: one year of permanent service as a Data Analyst 1 OR bachelor’s degree in data or computer science, informatics, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, and three years of experience* in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools.*Substitution: A master’s degree in the above fields may substitute for one year of the specialized experience. A Ph.D. in the above fields may substitute for two years of the specialized experience.Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated proficiency using analytic tools such as, but not limited to, SAS, SQL, Python, or R, Tableau, SAS BI, Power BI. Experience with machine learning and predictive analysis. Experience and/or strong understanding on data engineering processes like data infrastructure design, building data pipelines, cloud integration and computing. Experience in selecting and adapting new technologies and AI tools. Experience in public health research utilizing peer reviewed journals, large demographics and/or public health program data to analyze and interpret results and findings for drawing conclusions and making recommendations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The Data Analyst 2 will be responsible for development and implementation of evaluative and analytical methods and strategies to evaluate, analyze and report vital events data for the Bureau of Vital Records. The Data Analyst 2 will supervise staff within the analytics unit, set goals, objectives, and standards to achieve established goals and assessing team activities. Responsibilities include writing advanced scripts and code for computer-based programming, statistical analysis, reporting and automating these tasks to ensure timely submission and reporting of data deliverables. The Data Analyst 2 will be responsible for generating dashboards and infographics for data visualization and assist in establishing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous quality improvements efforts. This role will collaborate with internal BVR teams, stakeholders from NYS Department of Health, Local Health Departments, and other NYS Agencies. Additionally, the Data Analyst 2 will work closely with NYS ITS teams, vendors and consultants on day-to-day program data related activities as well as data infrastructure, security, and modernization efforts. This role will also support research and data request related activities.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments If the Minimum Qualifications on an announcement require a degree or course work and you have obtained this education in another country, please use the following link for a list of companies that provide evaluations of foreign education for New York State employment. https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfmWe accept only evaluations performed by these companies or companies that are current National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) members - http://www.naces.org. Evaluation fees must be paid by the applicant.This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.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…For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. 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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