Overview
The Center for Health Statistics and Informatics (CHSI) is responsible for department- wide initiatives to improve the effectiveness of our work through better health information systems, increased application of epidemiologic methods of analysis, strong liaisons with public health organizations and schools of public health, and effective partnerships with local health agencies and professionals. CHSI houses the Office of Vital Records, responsible for registering all California vital events and providing birth, death, and marriage records to the public. In addition, CHSI is involved in many cross- cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as a member of the Data Curation and Acquisition Section (DCAS) within the Data Strategy and Governance Division (DSGD) and functioning as a mid-level, public health statistician leading activities in predictive analytics to include regression analysis, machine learning, and semi-automatic and automatic data mining analysis transforming data from multiple sources into actionable prescriptive solutions and interventions.
The Research Data Specialist II (RDS II) employs broad principles of algorithms, data structures, and data management; application of computerized models to research data including Geographic Information Systems (GIS); statistical and other methods used in advanced analytics including cost-benefit analysis; survey research methods; organizational analysis; and project management including overall project design, analytics, data interpretation and presentation; principles and procedures of forecasting; and research planning, design, and methodology. Provides subject matter expertise in Federal, State, and local initiatives related to advanced data analytics. The incumbent supports CDPH program data analysis efforts across the department; provides analytics services training/education; and ensures standards-based approaches to data sharing, information exchange, privacy, and security of public health data and information.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST II
How To Apply
Complete 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.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=468110
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About The California Department of Public Health
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
