Data Modernization Research and Evaluation Analyst

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Office of the State Public Health Director (OSPHD) in Portland, Oregon has a career opportunity for a Data Modernization Research and Evaluation Analyst to provide essential public health data modernization evaluation support to the Oregon State Public Health Division Director’s Office and the Office of the State Public Health Director (OSPHD).

This is a full-time, permanent, classified position and is represented by a union.

What you will do!

As the Data Modernization Research and Evaluation Analyst, you will be responsible for planning, leading, and managing complex data analyses and evaluation projects. You will establish procedures to ensure the quality of data and oversee the approval of results for public health modernization and related strategic initiatives led by the OSPHD. You will provide guidance to PHD leadership on modernization evaluation data collection and ensuring alignment with other data collection activities. Additionally, you will lead data modernization efforts for the PHD division, collaborate with county communities and other health partners, and work on defining data collection criteria. You will also collaborate with other OHA staff and external contractors to develop data reporting products.

What we are looking for:
Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree in any disciplines that included six-quarter units in statistics or quantitative analysis methods and procedures, and three years experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the three years must have included coordinating complex research projects.

OR

Five years of research experience using computerized applications to independently gather, compile, and analyze data and prepare narrative or statistical reports. Two of the five years must have included coordinating complex research projects.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience in project management methodologies and techniques pertinent to surveillance and evaluation initiatives.
• Experience with techniques and methods for performing data linkages and analyses utilizing large statistical datasets.
• Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) software and the mapping of public health data.
• Experience in data visualization to enhance communication and facilitate impactful data presentations.
• Demonstrated commitment to upholding the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality in relation to patient information and public health data.
• Experience in planning and managing successful, independent public health research or data analysis projects related to chronic diseases and their associated risk factors.
• Experience in managing electronic data, developing software code, and performing complex statistical analyses utilizing Stata, SAS, ArcGIS, SPSS, and other statistical tools.
• Experience in interpreting data analyses and presenting technical reports through summary tables, graphs, charts, presentations, and detailed reports to diverse audiences.
• Experience in providing recommendations for strategic planning, program implementation, and policy decisions informed by research findings.
• Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

Working Conditions:
The work of this position may be conducted remotely with full access to needed operating systems and technology but at times will have work that needs to be conducted on-site at the Portland State Office Building, located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location can be changed at any time at the discretion of the hiring manager.

What's in it for you?

The Public Health Division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.

• We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefit packages for you and your qualified family members with minimal out-of-pocket costs (member cost share is as low as 1% - 5%). Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
• Paid Leave Days:
  • 11 paid holidays each year.
  • 3 additional paid personal business days each year.
  • 8 hours of paid sick leave accrued each month.
  • 8 hours of vacation leave accrued each month with increases every 5 years.
• Pension and Retirement After six months of service, you may qualify for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). New employees may be enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Student Loan Forgiveness; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) The PSLF program may forgive student loan balances after you’ve made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments. 
• Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.

Salary Range: $5,747 - $8,831 Monthly

Application Deadline: 12/02/2024

How to Apply

Apply online at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-168660