Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyAddiction Services and Supports, Office of

TitleData Analyst 2 (PRIME)

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 15%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

"Other" Explanation 9:00am – 5:00PM<br />Pass Days: Saturday/Sunday<br />

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 1450 Western Ave.

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12203

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the direction of the Head of the Bureau of Behavioral Health Data Management, Analysis and Reporting, the Data Analyst 2 would provide cross-unit support of the Epidemiology and Needs Assessment Unit, the Treatment Data Analysis and Reporting Unit, or the Recovery, Harm Reduction, and Addiction Treatment Center (ATC) Information Management and Reporting Unit, the duties may include but are not limited to:

• Create visualizations, maps, and dashboards, using Tableau, for public and internal use.
• Gather data from various sources including databases, spreadsheets, APIs, and other repositories.
• Advise on requirements for development of new data systems and applications
• Scrub, filter, and preprocess data to remove inconsistencies, errors, and missing values.
• Convert raw data into usable formats by performing tasks such as normalization, aggregation, and restructuring.
• Recommend actions and strategies based on data analysis to optimize performance and achieve business objectives.
• Prepare and deliver regular reports, presentations, and summaries of data analysis findings to management and other relevant parties.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data analysis through self-study and professional development activities.
• Document data analysis methodologies, processes, and outcomes for future reference and knowledge sharing.
• Summarize and interpret historical data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Use statistical information software (SAS, Excel, R) to provide data analyses of the OASAS Client Data System (CDS) Provider Directory System (PDS), or other databases.
• Provide advanced geographic information systems (GIS) analysis.
• Report using the Esri’s ArcGIS tools.
• Play a key role in developing and communicating Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for providers, programs, and Addiction Treatment Centers
• Respond to requests from agency staff and external stakeholders.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: one year of permanent service as a Data Analyst 1 OR bachelor’s degree and three years of experience* in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools.

Substitution: A master’s degree in data or computer science, informatics, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, may substitute for one year of the specialized experience. A Ph.D. in the above fields may substitute for two years of the specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency in Excel, Tableau, and SAS strongly preferred, ArcGIS, and R , knowledge also helpful.
• Experience working with large datasets; including importing, merging data, and validation.
• Comfortable with presenting and explaining data analyses methods and results to both technical and public audiences.
• Able to respond to requests quickly and manage multiple priorities.


* The salary range listed in this posting reflects the full range for this graded position, factoring in annual performance advances based on satisfactory annual performance reviews. Candidates with no previous State service will begin at the hiring rate (starting rate of the salary range) listed above, plus any applicable Location Pay/Geographic Pay/Shift Pay differentials.

Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

Additional Comments Excellent Health Insurance Benefits Including Vision and Dental, NYS Employees Retirement System (Pension), Optional Deferred Compensation, Continuing Education Benefits, Generous Paid Leave Benefits, Compensation for 12 State holidays per year.

Telecommute may be discussed at interview.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 457-2963

Fax (518) 457-4880

Email Address Recruitment@oasas.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports

1450 Western Avenue, 3th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12203

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter clearly indicating your qualifications.
Please be sure to include Reference Code BK/DA2/PRIME.
Failure to include this code could result in your application not being processed.