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Healthcare Data Scientist II

CalPERS, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828


Position DetailsJob Code #:JC-439566Position #(s):275-550-5590-XXXWorking Title:Healthcare Data Scientist IIClassification:RESEARCH SCIENTIST II (SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES)$7,152.00 - $8,889.00Shall Consider:RESEARCH SCIENTIST I (SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES)$6,512.00 - $8,093.00# of Positions:2Work Location:Sacramento CountyTelework:HybridJob Type:Permanent, Full TimeJob Description And DutiesAnticipated Interview Dates:

Virtual interviews are anticipated to begin the week of August 5, 2024.

Telework Information:

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.

Looking for an opportunity to truly transform health care? CalPERS' Health Policy & Data Division is seeking a Healthcare Data Scientist to leverage our vast health care claims data to generate insights about drivers, correlations, historical trends, and predictions relating to health care cost, utilization, and quality. This is a chance to help guide strategic decisions and foster innovation at the largest purchaser of employee health benefits in California and the second largest purchaser in the nation after the federal government. CalPERS spends over $10.6 billion annually on health benefits for approximately 1.5 million active and retired state, local government and school employees and their family members.Special RequirementsStatement of QualificationsPlease provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions below will not be considered.

The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications”, and each response must be numbered and list all relevant experience, education, and training, including places of employment, dates, and duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length and must not have font smaller than 11 point.

Describe how your background, experience, education and/or training makes you a competitive candidate for this position. Provide specific examples of your roles and responsibilities which relate to the minimum qualifications and duties of this position.Minimum QualificationsAll experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements."

Please Note: You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website.

Application InstructionsCompleted applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/18/2024

Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To ApplyComplete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:

Address for Mailing Application PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:Public Employees Retirement SystemAttn: JC-439566 / LPHuman Resources Division, RecruitmentP. O. Box 942718Sacramento , CA 94229-2718Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Public Employees Retirement SystemHRSD, SSU JC-439566 / LP400 Q Street, Lincoln Plaza North1st floor drop box by security deskSacramento , CA 9581108:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.Statement of Qualifications - In addition to completing your online job application, you must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions and questions for the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered.Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.#J-18808-Ljbffr