Data Analytics Specialist
Data Analytics Specialist
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Job Description
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.
Selection devices such as a structured interview proficiency instrument and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.
Travel required as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle you must have a valid drivers license.
About us
Our mission is to promote positive lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention quality education and family support programs.At DCY we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!To learn more about DCY please visit our website atDepartment of Children and Youth .
Location Requirements
DCYs core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm however daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCYs office space.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
48 mos. exp. in data analytics or statistical analysis or research methods.
-Or completion of associate core program in data analytics applied mathematics statistics industrial/systems engineering or related field; 30 mos. exp. in data analytics statistical analysis or research methods.
-Or completion of undergraduate core program in data analytics applied mathematics statistics industrial/systems engineering or related field; 24 mos. exp. in data analytics statistical analysis or research methods.
-Or completion of graduate core program in data analytics applied mathematics statistics industrial/systems engineering or related field; 12 mos. exp. in data analytics statistical analysis or research methods.
-Or 36 mos. exp as a Data Analytics Associate 66930.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
The Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Analytics Specialist to support the Early Care & Education Services (EC&ES) program. This role is responsible for extracting analyzing and interpreting data from multiple systems to support decision-making improve program performance fulfill reporting requirements and inform funding and staffing recommendations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Extract and analyze data from systems containing EC&ES data (Ohio Child Licensing and Quality System OCLQS Time Attendance and Payment TAP system Ohio Benefits/Self Service Reporting OB/SSR Child Care DataMart) Innovate Ohio Platform (IOP) and other databases using SQL Excel and statistical software.
- Establish measure and report performance metrics to inform program goals and outcomes.
- Coordinate with EC&ES program and IT staff to ensure data integrity completeness and security.
- Apply statistical analysis data visualization and analytical techniques (e.g. regression correlation classification) to uncover trends and relationships.
- Monitor and analyze data to predict trends and support budget and staffing recommendations.
- Fulfill federal and state reporting requirements for the programs included in EC&ES.
- Respond to ad hoc and recurring internal/external data requests and produce recurring reports (e.g. monthly and cumulative counts budget allocation data).
- Provide program technical assistance to IT professionals in developing scope and requirements outlined in system requirements document and/or review design documents created by IT professionals.
- Develop recommend and test performance criteria and test case scenarios for data related concerns.
- Create and present reports using MS Office Tableau RedCap and other tools.
- Advise on data collection methodology and interpretive best practices for internal and external stakeholders.
- Translate complex data findings into clear actionable insights for non-technical audiences and senior leadership.
- Train colleagues on analytics tools and methodologies; document best practices and operationalize analytics processes.
- Stay current with industry trends tools and technologies relevant to data analytics.
- Perform other duties as assigned including support for administrative functions.
Pay Information
Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.
Months of Employment
At Hire
6 months
18 months
30 months
42 months
54 Months
66 Months
78 Months
90 Months
Pay Range
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
Step 9
OCSEA 33
Hourly
$33.52
$35.15
$36.90
$38.70
$40.59
$42.62
$44.66
$46.87
$49.18
Annual
$69722.00
$73112.00
$76752.00
$80496.00
$84427.00
$88650.00
$92893.00
$97490.00
$102294.00
Background Check Information
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
