Overview
The Vital Records and Statistics Division (VRSD) 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. VRSD 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, VRSD is involved in many cross-cutting and innovative data projects including the statewide Open Data Portal and Health Information Exchange.
The Research and Analytics Branch (RAB), Data Analytics Section (DAS), Data Reporting Unit (DAR) supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission, “To optimize the health and wellbeing of the people of California.” RAB is integral to this mission by collecting data for birth, death, and fetal death vital events, developing data products related to vital events, and creating annual source data files of these data.
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Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by developing a variety of complex health data research reports.
The Research Data Analyst II (RDA II) performs assessments which may include established objectives using various statistical and informational databases and the application of appropriate research designs and methodologies in the report analysis. Acts as subject matter expert in data assessment and product development for health-related data topics and participates in projects regarding other health related data research. Creates complex reports utilizing R, SQL, and PowerBl. Resolves issues and oversees project development, as well as interprets and applies statutes, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and legal opinions.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate’s relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Team leadership skills.
Strong attention to detail, work both independently and as part of a team, perform work accurately and throughly to meet deadlines.
Data analytics background with intermediate experience in data software and computer skills in a coding language (i.e., SAS, R, Python, and/or SQL), Databricks, Microsoft Excel, and any data visualization software (e.g., Power Bl, Tableau).
Data analytics and statistics experience with a background in quantitative and qualitative research skills.
Confidentiality, proactive initiative, and originality.
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=501583
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.
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.
