Data Analyst - Research Analyst

Working Title: Data Analyst
Job Class: Research Analyst
Agency: Health Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all bidders of MDH and all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be accepted through 01/26/2023.
• Date Posted: 01/20/2023
• Closing Date: 02/03/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Health Department / Health-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Public Health Laboratory / Newborn Screening Follow Up S
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.43 - $31.00 / hourly; $44,745 - $64,728 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position provides support to the Newborn Screening program within the Public Health Laboratory. Responsibilities include collecting, extracting, and summarizing data for written reports and program use and to ensure that data and evaluation results will be translated into meaningful quality improvement action. Work of this position will support the development of a wide variety of routine data metrics such as routine data reporting, annual summary reports, and quality assurance reports. This position currently has the option to telework, however future work locations and schedules will be based on the business needs of the unit and supervisory discretion. All positions within the MDH Public Health Lab will work to cultivate an inclusive work environment for all, with respect to diversity and equity.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience conducting research, statistics and/or quantitative analysis within the fields of epidemiology, biology, public health, or health-related program.

Experience must also include:

• Managing data sets, including data cleaning, merging multiple data sets, and/or performing relevant analyses in order to summarize and report medical and/or public health data.
• Experience performing data programming using at least one statistical analysis package (e.g., R, SAS, Tableau, etc)

Experience in these areas must be clearly stated on your resume to be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree may substitute for one year of experience; Associates degree may substitute for six months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with using SQL language.
• Experience creating data visualizations using best practices.
• Experience initiating and assisting with process improvement or other program initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that are culturally competent and successfully delivered to a broad audience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and as a member of a team.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check.

How to Apply

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

If you have questions about the position, contact Elizabeth Huckins at elizabeth.huckins@state.mn.us or 651-201-5609.

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 Elizabeth Huckins at elizabeth.huckins@state.mn.us.

About Health Department

Our mission is protecting, maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans. Our vision is for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving and all people have what they need to be healthy.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.