Data Analyst III

Job/Position DescriptionWe are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our team! Responsibilities include planning, developing, implementing, and advancing the transformation of data into actionable information to help strengthen the programs that support the citizens of Texas. To be successful in this role, you must have excellent customer service skills, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work autonomously. Work involves conducting detailed analysis of data sets, performing data needs assessment, data acquisition, cleaning and standardization, extraction, transformation and loading into database systems; designing, coding, testing, implementing, and maintaining computer applications to increase efficiency through the automation of routine tasks. This position is within Access and Eligibility Services (AES), Data Management and Reporting (DMR) Division. AES is driven by its mission to connect Texans to services by helping individuals and families in need of food, medical care, cash assistance and other social services.This position offers work-from-home balance. Currently, a minimum of one day in the office is required. This is subject to change. The state of Texas requires all employees to maintain personal wi-fi and webcam capabilities during works hours to perform job duties. Applicants from outside Texas must be willing to relocate within 30 days of hire. This position is for U.S. Citizens or residents only. The ideal candidate will thrive in an atmosphere that emphasizes quality of work, resilience, efficiency through innovation, productivity on a small but mighty team, effectiveness, and learning for continuous improvement. In addition, the ideal candidate will flourish in an environment that is focused on providing technology support, data analysis, and other creative solutions required by the business areas. The candidate must have the ability to work independently with little supervision and has some latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Maintains a reliable, predictable work schedule. Performs other duties as assigned to maintain operations. May require occasional after hours and weekend work.Essential Job FunctionsData Analysis and SamplingoCreates ad-hoc and routine data sampling.oConducts analysis of large and complex human services and demographic data sets using SQL Server, advanced statistical techniques, and specialized computer software. oConducts detailed analysis of data sets to extract insights and detect trends. oConducts data profiling and data analysis to identify data quality issues and recommend improvements.Data ReportingoCompiles, queries, and loads data points using SQL and other query languages, into databases, from a variety of source formats, to support complex analyses.oPrepares comprehensive standard and ad-hoc reports.oDevelops report mock-ups and drafts for discussion and approval.Monitoring and SupportoConsults, collaborates, and coordinates with HHSC IT, Texas Shared Technology Services, and data trading partners to maintain and troubleshoot computer applications and data management processes.oIdentifies and incorporates innovative solutions to streamline workflows and processes.oAnalyzes and creates new or existing procedures, information systems, or utility programs for efficiency and effectiveness.Cross-trains to provide backup to peers on all essential job functions.Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsNoneKnowledge Skills Abili https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=619451 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.