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Texas Health and Human Services · 1 day ago

Data Operations Analyst

Austin, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$5,425.33/mo - $7,500/mo

2+ years exp

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. The Data Operations Analyst will coordinate Data Operations, support the Deputy Inspector General for Data Reviews, manage projects, and provide specialized data research and analysis support.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Participates in activities to ensure the success of internal and external meetings, cross-divisional projects, and Division goals

Conducts highly complex data analysis and research to prepare reports, studies, and other deliverables containing analyses of health and human services data related to Medicaid and other social services programs

Involves working with large datasets using a variety of software and tools

Provides recommendations to leadership on areas of risk to assist in strategic planning on data initiatives and projects used to support OIG investigations, audits, inspections, and data reviews

Facilitates development of presentations and talking points, tracks, and reports performance measures, and monitors and improves production data management tools

Performs highly complex and often time-sensitive research related to Medicaid and other Health and Human Services programs

Coordinates extensively with OIG management and staff to collect pertinent information on behalf of the Deputy IG of Data Reviews

Consolidates and reports data research findings in a way that is useful to management and appropriate for the intended audience

Monitors and reports progress toward project goals and measures

If measures are not achieved or a challenge is identified, analyzes cause and reports results and recommendations to management

Reviews project and system performance measures and methodology periodically, making recommendations for improvement to existing measures, deletion of ineffective measures, and addition of new measures, as appropriate

Conducts specialized tasks and duties pertaining to data analysis and research, and program functions

Manages Data Operations projects and tasks, including project priorities, workplans, and special assignments

Performs ongoing team risk assessment activities and participates in OIG workgroups on behalf of Data Operations

Coordinates with other Data Reviews teams and other OIG divisions to ensure appropriate response and collaboration for both internal and external projects and processes

Provides support, guidance, and accountability for project oversight activities, processes, and communications

Assists with Data Operations coordination, ensures compliance with federal and state requirements, and assists with the development of processes for strengthening performance

Performs other duties necessary to achieve the mission of the Office of the Inspector General

Qualification

Data analysisStatistical techniquesHealthcare policyProject managementMicrosoft ExcelData management toolsResearch methodsLeadership principlesCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, healthcare, or in a related field is required

At least two years of full-time professional experience working within state, local, or federal government or a public agency or working as a consultant for state, local or federal government or a public agency is preferred

Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration and management

Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and policies related to health and human services

Knowledge of the Texas Medicaid program, including program integrity requirements

Knowledge of OIG's enabling legislation, as well as federal and state law, rules, regulations, and policies related to fraud, waste, and abuse

Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and procedures

Knowledge of data and trend analysis

Knowledge of management principles and business practices

Knowledge of the principles of leadership and how to effectively interact with various leadership styles

Knowledge of social science research methods, statistical techniques, mathematics, rules-based logic, and their application to research analysis

Considerable knowledge of planning, implementation, and evaluation strategies

Advanced skill in organization and coordination in managing multiple, sometimes conflicting, priorities without jeopardizing deadlines or goals

Strong and effective communication skills, both orally and in writing

Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information, drawing logical conclusions, and clearly presenting complex concepts and information in concise reports

Skill in producing clear written content, publications, and technical documents

Skill in the use of computer/laptop equipment and applicable software applications, including Outlook, MS Teams, MS Word, MS Excel and other Office Suite software applications

Skill in conducting quality assurance activities and identifying trends that indicate a need for policy or process improvements

Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and implementing solutions

Skill in working collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse groups

Skill in effective management of program resources and project management

Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with others

Ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations

Ability to apply agency policies and guidelines and determine compliance

Ability to manage, manipulate and analyze large complex databases

Ability to develop and interpret statistical data charts and tables

Ability to interpret and present research findings

Ability to develop training materials and instruct and train others

Ability to direct, plan, assign, and supervise the work of others to produce successful, timely outcomes

Ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders

Ability to think creatively and support creative thinking in others

Ability to remain flexible and lead in an environment of change

Preferred

Experience with collection, analyses and dissemination of large datasets and experience with research, analysis and interpretation of healthcare policy is preferred

Experience with Microsoft Office Products, particularly Excel, is preferred