Health Services Data Scientist

Salary : $54,709.20 - $82,009.20 Annually

Location : Bradenton, FL

Job Type : Full-Time (Salaried)

Job Number : 25-00137

Department : Public Safety

Opening Date : 02 / 12 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

General Information

Work Location : 2101 47th Terrace E, Bradenton, Florida 34203

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm

Identifies, analyzes, and interprets trends and patterns in complex data sets for specified projects regarding county funded health services, behavioral / mental health, homelessness, and health related program funding. Develops graphs, tables, reports, and presentations to summarize key results and create easy-to-understand visualizations of complex information. Creates and maintains dashboards with some end-user manipulation and data-drilling functionalities. Prepares supporting documentation and presentation materials to accompany the release of reports and dashboards. Provides data and analytic support for Manatee County Government Department of Public Safety.

Working Conditions

Typical indoor office environment. Sitting for long periods of time, working on computer. Lifting equipment or supplies up to 25 pounds alone and up to 50 pounds with assistance. Position requires visual acuity and depth perception, as well as ability to hear and identify sounds. Occasionally required to work other than normal business hours.

Job Description

Essential Functions :

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Reviews current performance of Manatee County health care systems and county funded programming.

Performs complex data analyses that analyzes trends and program forecasting.

Monitors strategic performance measurements developed by the Health Services Section.

Works with multi-disciplinary teams to develop high quality and meaningful analyses that inform business operations, including care coordination and utilization management.

Extracts and cleans data from various sources for reporting and analysis purposes.

Creates and maintains reports and dashboards to meet the specific needs of the varying sections, teams, and leadership. Provides insight into trends, values, and attributes that emerge from reports compiled. Effectively communicates findings with senior leaders to support decision-making and policies.

Maintains knowledge and understanding of current best practices, trends, laws, and issues affecting area of expertise.

Provides guidance on best practices for data collection.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Sciences, Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Epidemiology or related field.

Two (2) or more years of data science / analytics or statistics experience, to include experience with manipulating and transforming data into useful formats, creating data visualizations, cleaning data sets, and database and dashboard management. Experience with healthcare or other health organization preferred.

Valid driver's license with Florida driver's license within 30-days of hire.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Able to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines. Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized. Able to analyze and resolve difficult situations and problems.

Good knowledge and understanding of extracting and analyzing large healthcare claims and data using SAS, SQL, Power BI, etc.

Good knowledge and understanding of common statistical methods and foundational concepts for producing sound statistical conclusions.

Good knowledge and understanding of epidemiology.

Good knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job duties.

Good knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties, including Excel, Power BI, or other data visualization software.

Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to interact professionally and effectively with co-workers, management, and other stakeholders. Able to explain facts, policies, and practices.

Capable of working independently with general supervision.

Performs other related work (including weather or extreme emergency duties) as required.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO / ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response / Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

• ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work / life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
• Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits :

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Paid Time Off :

Vacation Award : Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.

Years of Service Vacation Days

0-5 16.25 days

6-10 19.50 days

11 22.75 days

Insurance :

Retirement :

Career Wellness :

Education Benefits :

Flexible Spending Account :

Permanent Part Time - Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Paid Time Off :

per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on

a pro-rated basis

VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note : "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

Which level of education have you achieved?

In what field did you major ?

How many years of data science / analytics or statistics experience, to include experience with manipulating and transforming data into useful formats, creating data visualizations, cleaning data sets, and database and dashboard management do you have?

Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?

Do you have experience creating dashboards with PowerBI or related applications?

Please tell us about projects where you have utilized data science or statistics. If no experience, type none.

Please tell us what data analysis software you are familiar with and your experience level. If no experience, type none.

Required Question

Salary : $54,709 - $82,009