Data Analyst / Agency Policy Specialist

Working Title: Data Analyst

Job Class: Agency Policy Specialist

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID: 82660
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 12/17/2024
• Closing Date: 01/06/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit: Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG) DSAI Analy&Insight Team 1
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
  
  

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Telework (within Minnesota or neighboring States) and flexible hours options are available with a required in office meeting monthly.

The Data Analyst will perform data and fiscal analysis work within the Office of Inspector General (OIG). You will be responsible for helping to implement the OIG’s data strategy and expand the use of data to empower better decision-making, program compliance, and program integrity in partnership with OIG’s four divisions:

• Background Studies Division (BGS): Performs over 350,000 background studies per year on virtually all individuals who provide health care or human services in Minnesota on behalf of county, state, and federal entities, as well as Tribal governments.
• Program Integrity Oversight (PIO): Investigates unauthorized use of the state’s publicly funded health care, cash assistance, and child care programs. Investigatory scope includes over 100 provider types, as well as individuals who may misrepresent their eligibility to access program funds and services.
• Licensing Division: In cooperation with counties, licenses approximately 24,000 service providers and monitors and investigates compliance with Minnesota laws and rules, protecting the health, safety, and rights of those receiving services by requiring that providers meet minimum standards of care and physical environment.
• Legal Counsel’s Office: Serves as the chief legal advisor to the Inspector General and manages and oversees legal functions across Office of Inspector General (OIG).
  
  

Other responsibilities include:

• Creating tools, insights, and data products including reports, surveys, presentations, dashboards and Visualizations for Department of Human Services (DHS) and Office of Inspector General (OIG) business partners, stakeholders, and citizens
• Collaborating with business partners to define problems, find applicable data, and propose solutions based on data analysis.
• Democratizing data and insights to deliver self-service tools that enable business partners to make better decisions more quickly.
• Educating business leaders leveraging data storytelling to present data in a succinct, understandable fashion for diverse audiences.
• Providing technical consultation to OIG management and staff in data analyses, payment methodologies, cost analyses, statistical and analytic techniques, research methodologies, survey design and evaluation, performance measurement, statistical analysis methodologies, data governance, and OIG data systems.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.**
  
  

Three (3) years specialized professional experience analyzing and reporting with data; performing spatial or statistical analysis or modeling; or managing data and querying databases.

Experience must include the following:

• Structured Query Language (SQL);
• Data collection, data analysis, data manipulation, transformation, data interpretation, or data visualization;
• Data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Excel), and analytic tools (Alteryx, R Studio, SAS, SPSS, STATA);
  
  

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Statistics or area of study related to data sciences and data mining, economics, finance or other analytical fields may substitute for one year of experience. OR a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Statistics or area of study related to data sciences and data mining, economics, finance or other analytical fields may substitute for two years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to implement instrument based program monitoring, key indicator systems, differential monitoring, risk assessments, weighting systems, outcome-based measurements, and fraud detection models in a large complex regulatory system;
• Scripting experience with another programming language (Python, R, SAS, Java, Scala) in addition to Structured Query Language (SQL);
• Advanced Alteryx and Tableau knowledge and experience;
• Teradata Data Warehouse experience;
• Experience in data modeling, data mining, machine learning, spatial analytics, big data technology or other innovative data solutions.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
  
  

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

How To Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Kyle Sherer at kyle.sherer@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Carolyn Rice at carolyn.rice@state.mn.us.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services’ ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  
  

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
  
  

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
  
  

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
  
  

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.