Data Analyst

Description

The Data Analyst will formulate analytical methods required for regulatory program functions, quality control/quality assurance, and reporting. They will analyze program data for both routine operations and special projects, as well as maintain the current data analysis and visualization infrastructure. Additionally, the Data Analyst will support the development of new tools and facilitate their integration into the existing infrastructure.

Non-competitive: 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:

Experience coding in ’R’ and experience using Tableau. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment in a professional manner; manage multiple activities and meet deadlines; detail oriented with strong organizational skills; and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..htm

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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.