Texas Health and Human Services · 20 hours ago
Statistical Data Analyst
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$5,000.15/mo - $6,281.33/moTexas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of Texans. They are seeking a Statistical Data Analyst (Data Analyst III) to provide statistical, data research, analytics, and reporting functions to support investigations, audits, and inspections related to fraud, waste, and abuse in health programs.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Research, review, and perform preliminary statistical data analysis work on large datasets involving cases of suspected fraud, waste, and abuse. Responsible for the application of proper statistical data research methods and procedures to be used to support OIG investigations, audits, and inspections. Applies statistical techniques to datasets to verify randomness and validity of samples and extrapolation based on sample results. (40%)
Effectively communicates verbally and in writing statistical research analysis reports and findings to internal and external entities. Provides consultation and assistance to Investigators, Auditors, and Inspectors in developing methods and strategies for effective reporting of data and analysis. Provides for testing and evaluation of newly developed knowledge, methods, and techniques. Peer reviews the work products of other analysts assigned to the team (30%)
Responsible for the preparation and completion of a variety of reports, studies, and other deliverables containing statistical data analysis results of health and human services data related to Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, TANF and other social services programs. Creates data visualization/graphics, statistical analysis, and performs custom analyses on requests preferably using Tableau. (25%)
Performs other duties necessary to achieve the mission of the Office of the Inspector General. Statewide travel of about 5% may be required. (5%)
Qualification
Required
Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with major course work in public health epidemiology, biostatistics, data science, business analytics, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, economics, or an acceptable field is required
Experience in statistical methods and procedures pertaining to health data analysis and/or public health issues
Skill in applying statistical principles and techniques
Skill in using formulas and manipulating large databases in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access or other spreadsheet software
Skill in working with database software/coding languages such as SAS, SQL, and other statistical software
Skill in verbal and written communications, including clear communication of complex statistical data findings and methodologies
Ability to manage, manipulate and analyze complex databases
Ability to develop and interpret statistical data charts and tables
Ability to interpret and present research findings
Ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize task, work under time constraints and show initiative
Preferred
Graduate Master's degree or PhD in related disciplines is preferred
Experience with statistical data analysis, research, compilation, collection, and dissemination of large datasets is preferred
Experience and high-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, particularly Excel, is preferred
Skill in graphical and tabular presentation of data (Tableau preferred)
Benefits
100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
Defined benefit pension plan
Generous time off benefits
Numerous opportunities for career advancement
Company
Texas Health and Human Services
Texas Health and Human Services is an agency that focuses on improving health, safety and well-being.
Founded in 1907
10001+ employees
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