Data Quality and Linkage Operations Analyst (Operations and Policy Analyst 2)

Initial Posting Date:

09/30/2024

Application Deadline:

10/06/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$4,998 - $7,647

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Data Quality and Linkage Operations Analyst (Operations and Policy Analyst 2)

Job Description:

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD),Center for Public Health Protection/Health Licensing Office Section in Portland, Oregon has a fantastic career opportunity for a Data Quality and Linkage Operations Analyst (Operations and Policy Analyst 2) to support implementation of the Data Quality Monitoring Plan for the Oregon EMS Information System (OR-EMSIS) and the Oregon Trauma Registry (OTR), and to develop feasibility, scope and specifications for a proposed data linkage project, funded with an ODOT grant.

This is a full-time, limited duration position and is represented by a union. The duration of this position is expected to last 17 months. Limited duration positions are benefit eligible.

This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies.

What will you do?
This position is responsible for supporting the development and coordinating implementation of the EMS and Trauma Data Quality Monitoring Project within the EMS and Trauma Systems Program. This position will also support the development and feasibility study of data linkage between EMS data and other data systems including but not limited to: The Oregon Trauma Registry,

The Oregon Cardiac Arrest Registry, crash data from the Oregon Department of

Transportation and law enforcement partners, SOGI/REALD data, and other public health

datasets.

This position will adapt existing workflows to align with data modernization efforts outlined in the EMS and Trauma Data Strategic Plan. The OPA2 will work with the EMS and Trauma Data Team to streamline and modernize the transition of data standards and versions for the Oregon EMS Information System and the Oregon Trauma Registry, which requires coordinating software vendors, ambulance transporting agencies, and hospitals to reach EMS and Trauma Data

Strategic Plan goals.

What's in it for you?

The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.

• We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefit packages for you and your qualified family members with minimal out-of-pocket costs (member cost share is as low as 1% - 5%). Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx 
• Paid Leave Days:
  • 11 paid holidays each year.
  • 3 additional paid personal business days each year.
  • 8 hours of paid sick leave accrued each month.
  • 8 hours of vacation leave accrued each month with increases every 5 years.
• Pension and Retirement plans. After six months of service, you may qualify for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). New employees may be enrolled in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Student Loan Forgiveness; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity. The PSLF program may forgive student loan balances after you’ve made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments. 
• Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Click here to learn more and access a summary of State of Oregon benefits.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:

• Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
• Becoming an anti-racist organization
• Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
• Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

OR;

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience running scripts and reports for project tasks related to Data Quality Monitoring and Performance Metrics.
• Experience in project management and assuring project goals are completed by monitoring work and taking corrective action when necessary. 
• Ability to identify and map linking variables between datasets and maintain mapping documentation.
• Ability to identify sources of poor data quality and other opportunities for data quality improvement.
• Knowledge of grant writing, reporting, and submittal tasks and processes.
• Experience making public presentations and engaging stakeholders.
• Network outreach to other agencies for data governance, with the ability to collaborate on developing effective data governance policies for linked datasets.

Working Conditions:

This majority of this position may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. There are times that work will need to be conducted onsite. On site work occurs in a standard office environment with no unusual physical demands or exposures.

Directions to Apply:

Please fill out the online application and submit a resume and cover letter telling us about yourself and how your personal (lived), educational, and/or professional experience qualifies you for this position.

• External Applicants: Click the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information.
• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply through your employee Workday account. View this job aid for assistance.

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Additional Information:

• Visa Sponsorships: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.  OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• Pay Scale: Upon receiving a salary offer, we will conduct a pay equity assessment using the information provided in your application to determine your salary placement upon hire. To ensure a comprehensive evaluation, please make certain your application materials are up-to-date and thorough. Include relevant details such as your work history, education, volunteer work, lived experiences, and any other pertinent information related to the position you are applying for. Please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage to learn more.
• Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check, and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Veterans: If you are a veteran, you may receive veterans’ preference points. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will receive a notice in your Workday inbox and will be required to provide your documents at that time. Veterans | Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs: 1-800-692-9666
• This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill current or future vacancies.

Questions?

If you have questions or would like assistance, including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Juan McGruder, HR Analyst, at juan.a.mcgruder@oha.oregon.gov.

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Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity:

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.