State of Rhode Island
State of Rhode Island is hiring: DATA ANALYST II in Providence
State of Rhode Island, Providence, RI, United States, 02912
Salary : $94,590.00 - $107,285.00 Annually
Location : Providence, RI
Job Type: Non-Union (99)
Job Number: 1148-57102-2
Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Division: Policy, Information & Communications
Opening Date: 12/17/2024
Closing Date: 12/26/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: 138A
Classification: Classified
Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work: Monday - Friday; 8:30am- 4:00pm
Work Week: Non-Standard
Bargaining Union: Non-Union (99)
Class Definition
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: At a significant level of expertise, to undertake professional special and recurring assignments involving conducting full lifecycle activities of data analytics to include requirements and design, data cleaning, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, linking databases and datasets, and continuously monitoring performance and quality control plans to identify improvements in models; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. Work is subject to review for conformance with prescribed state policies and procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May supervise less experienced personnel assigned to assist on a regular project basis or; ensures that work products are developed in a qualitative and timely manner.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
At a significant level of expertise, to undertake professional special and recurring assignments involving conducting full lifecycle activities of data analytics to include requirements and design, data cleaning, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, linking databases and datasets, and continuously monitoring performance and quality control plans to identify improvements in models. With a significant level of latitude and independence, to assure the integrity of project data, including data extraction, storage, manipulation, processing and analysis.
To provide a high level of expertise to query and interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques, develop predictive models using administrative datasets and provide ongoing reports.
To develop and implement data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality.
To work closely with management to prioritize business and information needs.
To provide data visualization and presentation of analytical findings to program owners and other stakeholders.
To acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems.
To identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex datasets.
To link databases and datasets to generate integrated datasets.
To filter and "clean" data, and review computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems.
To participate in ongoing decisions concerning data collections, study design, methodology, and data analysis.
To locate and define new process improvement opportunities.
To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of data models, regression analysis, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques; a thorough knowledge of sophisticated reporting packages, databases and programming; a thorough knowledge of statistical methodologies and techniques utilized for analyzing large datasets; the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy; the ability to conduct queries, draw conclusions, prepare written reports and present findings in a clear and concise manner; the ability to mentor and/or supervise less experienced analysts as required; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and municipal officials, superiors, subordinates and the public; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: possession of a Master's Degree from a college of recognized standing in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management,Statistics, or a closely related field with similar technical and computational emphasis. Or,
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a four-year college of recognized standing with a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management, Statistics, or a closely related field with similar technical and computational emphasis; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: considerable employment in a professional capacity as a data analyst.
Supplemental Information
This position is based in the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH)'s Center for Health Data and Analysis (CHDA) and is responsible for all factors of the RIDOH Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Environment. Specifically, this position coordinates, compiles, and authenticates a catalogue of RIDOH data, using the most advanced technological GIS processes possible, to ensure that the data are accessible to both internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure that RIDOH staff and leadership have access to authoritative geospatial and tabular data. This includes assuring data governance and integrity; meeting software and extension needs; assuring security and constraint in mapping portals; providing training and implementing best practices; and providing the support and consultation on GIS capabilities.
• Responsible for the full lifecycle management and connectivity of RIDOH programmatic data which may be utilized in an analytical, qualitative, or quantitative manner. This includes design, data cleaning, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, linking databases and datasets, and continually monitoring performance and quality control plans to identify improvements in models.
• Ensure the effective utilization of GIS technologies and for all GIS data products that are hosted in the RIDOH GIS Environment. This includes the coordination, implementation, and maintenance of new technologies and applications.
• Act as RIDOH's primary GIS liaison and subject matter expert (SME) and provide RIDOH's GIS perspectives to other agencies. Represent RIDOH on the RIGIS Executive Committee.
• Act as the System Administrator for both of RIDOH's ESRI GIS Map Portal environments: ArcGIS Online Map Portal (AGOL) and ArcGIS Enterprise Map Portal (Enterprise). This includes four Windows servers and GIS infrastructure (e.g., data authentication, HIPPA data security, and secure user access). Create and coordinate user credentials for secure access and organizing the portals.
• Prepare annual goals and work plans for the growth of GIS at RIDOH.
• Manage GIS projects which conform with budget and schedule constraints.
• Act as the primary point person with ESRI (our GIS Software provider) which includes quotes, invoices, billing, and procurement of necessary GIS needs/funds.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and management of datasets to meet RIDOH's GIS needs. Work closely with RIDOH management to prioritize business and information needs, to help align the development of the RIDOH GIS Environment with the growth of RIDOH's needs.
• Supervise GIS staff (FTE and contractors). This includes managing and prioritizing GIS requests and assigning projects to staff. Oversee projects from inception to completion and review all projects for quality assurance and consistency.
• Develop guidance on the governance of the use of GIS technologies, which includes GIS training assessments and training modules, GIS policies and procedures, data governance, and best practice, which are needed for a cutting-edge GIS Environment.
• Work with other state agencies to enhance coordination of GIS needs and uses for alignment and efficiencies.
• Act as the "GIS Help Desk" and respond to queries and issues for all RIDOH GIS users or programs interested in GIS solutions. Coordinate processing of user mapping, data, and application needs.
• Assure the integrity of project data, including data extraction, storage, manipulation, processing, and analysis.
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex datasets, using the full suite of ESRI GIS Software analytics, such as kernel density, outlier, and geostatistical analytics.
o Query and interpret data (both tabular and geospatial data), analyze the results using statistical techniques, and work to enable the development of predictive models using administrative (authoritative) datasets to provide ongoing reports.
• Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems.
• Link databases and datasets to generate integrated datasets.
• Automate and coordinate workflows, reporting, and geoprocessing applications using Python scripting tools.
• Filter and clean data, and review reports, printouts, and performance indicators to optimize results.
Preferred Experience
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Location : Providence, RI
Job Type: Non-Union (99)
Job Number: 1148-57102-2
Department: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Division: Policy, Information & Communications
Opening Date: 12/17/2024
Closing Date: 12/26/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: 138A
Classification: Classified
Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work: Monday - Friday; 8:30am- 4:00pm
Work Week: Non-Standard
Bargaining Union: Non-Union (99)
Class Definition
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: At a significant level of expertise, to undertake professional special and recurring assignments involving conducting full lifecycle activities of data analytics to include requirements and design, data cleaning, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, linking databases and datasets, and continuously monitoring performance and quality control plans to identify improvements in models; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. Work is subject to review for conformance with prescribed state policies and procedures.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May supervise less experienced personnel assigned to assist on a regular project basis or; ensures that work products are developed in a qualitative and timely manner.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
At a significant level of expertise, to undertake professional special and recurring assignments involving conducting full lifecycle activities of data analytics to include requirements and design, data cleaning, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, linking databases and datasets, and continuously monitoring performance and quality control plans to identify improvements in models. With a significant level of latitude and independence, to assure the integrity of project data, including data extraction, storage, manipulation, processing and analysis.
To provide a high level of expertise to query and interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques, develop predictive models using administrative datasets and provide ongoing reports.
To develop and implement data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality.
To work closely with management to prioritize business and information needs.
To provide data visualization and presentation of analytical findings to program owners and other stakeholders.
To acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems.
To identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex datasets.
To link databases and datasets to generate integrated datasets.
To filter and "clean" data, and review computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code problems.
To participate in ongoing decisions concerning data collections, study design, methodology, and data analysis.
To locate and define new process improvement opportunities.
To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of data models, regression analysis, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques; a thorough knowledge of sophisticated reporting packages, databases and programming; a thorough knowledge of statistical methodologies and techniques utilized for analyzing large datasets; the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy; the ability to conduct queries, draw conclusions, prepare written reports and present findings in a clear and concise manner; the ability to mentor and/or supervise less experienced analysts as required; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and municipal officials, superiors, subordinates and the public; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: possession of a Master's Degree from a college of recognized standing in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management,Statistics, or a closely related field with similar technical and computational emphasis. Or,
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a four-year college of recognized standing with a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management, Statistics, or a closely related field with similar technical and computational emphasis; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: considerable employment in a professional capacity as a data analyst.
Supplemental Information
This position is based in the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH)'s Center for Health Data and Analysis (CHDA) and is responsible for all factors of the RIDOH Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Environment. Specifically, this position coordinates, compiles, and authenticates a catalogue of RIDOH data, using the most advanced technological GIS processes possible, to ensure that the data are accessible to both internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure that RIDOH staff and leadership have access to authoritative geospatial and tabular data. This includes assuring data governance and integrity; meeting software and extension needs; assuring security and constraint in mapping portals; providing training and implementing best practices; and providing the support and consultation on GIS capabilities.
• Responsible for the full lifecycle management and connectivity of RIDOH programmatic data which may be utilized in an analytical, qualitative, or quantitative manner. This includes design, data cleaning, developing analysis and reporting capabilities, linking databases and datasets, and continually monitoring performance and quality control plans to identify improvements in models.
• Ensure the effective utilization of GIS technologies and for all GIS data products that are hosted in the RIDOH GIS Environment. This includes the coordination, implementation, and maintenance of new technologies and applications.
• Act as RIDOH's primary GIS liaison and subject matter expert (SME) and provide RIDOH's GIS perspectives to other agencies. Represent RIDOH on the RIGIS Executive Committee.
• Act as the System Administrator for both of RIDOH's ESRI GIS Map Portal environments: ArcGIS Online Map Portal (AGOL) and ArcGIS Enterprise Map Portal (Enterprise). This includes four Windows servers and GIS infrastructure (e.g., data authentication, HIPPA data security, and secure user access). Create and coordinate user credentials for secure access and organizing the portals.
• Prepare annual goals and work plans for the growth of GIS at RIDOH.
• Manage GIS projects which conform with budget and schedule constraints.
• Act as the primary point person with ESRI (our GIS Software provider) which includes quotes, invoices, billing, and procurement of necessary GIS needs/funds.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and management of datasets to meet RIDOH's GIS needs. Work closely with RIDOH management to prioritize business and information needs, to help align the development of the RIDOH GIS Environment with the growth of RIDOH's needs.
• Supervise GIS staff (FTE and contractors). This includes managing and prioritizing GIS requests and assigning projects to staff. Oversee projects from inception to completion and review all projects for quality assurance and consistency.
• Develop guidance on the governance of the use of GIS technologies, which includes GIS training assessments and training modules, GIS policies and procedures, data governance, and best practice, which are needed for a cutting-edge GIS Environment.
• Work with other state agencies to enhance coordination of GIS needs and uses for alignment and efficiencies.
• Act as the "GIS Help Desk" and respond to queries and issues for all RIDOH GIS users or programs interested in GIS solutions. Coordinate processing of user mapping, data, and application needs.
• Assure the integrity of project data, including data extraction, storage, manipulation, processing, and analysis.
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex datasets, using the full suite of ESRI GIS Software analytics, such as kernel density, outlier, and geostatistical analytics.
o Query and interpret data (both tabular and geospatial data), analyze the results using statistical techniques, and work to enable the development of predictive models using administrative (authoritative) datasets to provide ongoing reports.
• Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems.
• Link databases and datasets to generate integrated datasets.
• Automate and coordinate workflows, reporting, and geoprocessing applications using Python scripting tools.
• Filter and clean data, and review reports, printouts, and performance indicators to optimize results.
Preferred Experience
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience?with GIS/Geocoding, and ArcGIS.?
- Knowledge of, or experience with SQL for querying spatial and non-spatial data.
- Experience with ESRI ArcGIS software platforms and applications (ArcPRO, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise) preferred.?
- Experience with AGOL applications and?content development.
- Experience with database management and best practices in GIS pertaining to health-related data.?
- Experience and proficiency in programming languages such as Ruby, Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript as applied to GIS workflows.
- Knowledge of engineering best practices such as source control, automated testing, continuous integration and deployment, and peer review.?
- Experience with agile development methodologies, software design patterns, and best practices.?
- Ability to analyze complex technical requirements and translate them into scalable software solutions.?
- Experience working on cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams that deliver digital products and services in an incremental, user-focused environment.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.?
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.?
- Experience and ability conveying technical concepts to non-technical partners effectively.?
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.