ANALYST II JC-

Overview

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI) is responsible for department-wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of our work through better health information systems, increased application of epidemiologic methods of analysis, strong liaisons with public health organizations and schools of public health, and effective partnerships with local health agencies and professionals. CHSI houses the Office of Vital Records, responsible for registering all California vital events and providing birth, death, and marriage records to the public.

In addition, CHSI is involved in many cross-cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange. Free Parking in Natomas!

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Job Description And Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by independently serving as an Incoming Funds Request (IFR) contract process expert and compliance monitor for an assigned caseload and by overseeing the administration and operation of the Medical Marijuana Identification Card (MMIC) Program in conjunction with other analysts.

The Analyst II is responsible for IFR contract development and processing; and reviewing, printing, and disseminating MMICs. The incumbent will conduct continuous quality improvement, assist in the development of policies, procedures, and training materials, and independently provide guidance to program and county personnel, other State agencies, the public, and peers. The incumbent will independently perform a wide variety of the more complex technical analytical tasks and may act as a lead analyst.

In addition to evaluating each candidate s relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience in contract development and contract or project management.
• Excellent organizational, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Customer service oriented.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g. formulas), Microsoft Word (e.g. track changes), and various databases.
• Ability to adapt to changing assignments and priorities.

The Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) will be used to pre-screen applicants for this position. Applications submitted without the SQ will not be considered for an interview. The SQ must be limited to one (1) page in total, no smaller than Arial 12 pt. font, and single spaced. Please insert your name in the right corner, title the document "Supplemental Questionnaire", and number your responses to the following:

• Describe in detail your analytical experience within your previous positions. For each, please include the position(s) in which you performed these duties and the start and end dates (month and year) of each position.
• The process of analysis involves reasoning logically and creatively, utilizing a…