Data Analyst Iii Jobs

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The position performs computer systems analysis work. Work involves writing and reviewing complex SQL, review of Unix/Linux shell programming (basic knowledge) and coordinating file transfers (sftp). Works with program and policy customers to refine requirements and convert to technical specifications for the Data Analytics team. Responsible for coordinating leave requests and ensuring coverage of duties when team members are unavailable. Works as subject matter expert regarding TIERS reporting as well as Unix/Linux batch processing and ftp services. Additionally, planning and analysis of system requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing systems, designing and implementing designs using software programming languages. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:
Serves as a senior analyst for Application Support, Data Analytics unit daily operations with primary emphasis on gathering and providing technical analysis of data residing in or interfacing with the IT Social Services Applications. (40%).

Serves as liaison between program-area, development, and other HHSC IT Social Services Applications staff to provide mentoring, consultation, and documentation assistance regarding data gathering and analysis within all IT Social Services Applications eligibility systems. (20%)

Develops and/or reviews complex system documents or artifacts to convey business requirements and support efficient system design (including but not limited to business rules, business requirements, mock-ups, diagrams, flowcharts, technical specification documents, system design documents, test plans, risk management plans, quality management plans, and/or technical specifications) (20%)

Performs complex analysis to diagnose system problems/data anomalies and assists in coordinating a corrective action plan. (20%)

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of

Oracle databases and SQL

Unix/Linux environment and shell programming (basic).

Health and Human Services Social Services Applications eligibility systems and reports (TIERS, TLM, EWMS, YTB).

State and federal laws and regulations and internal policies and procedures related to HHS programs.

Project management principles and practices.

Agile principles and practices.

Skill in

analyzing and evaluating complex IT programs, policies and issues

communicating effectively both orally and in writing

coordinating and communicating with a wide range of staff, programs, departments, officials, agencies and

the public


Ability to

analyze and interpret technical information including regulations, policy, and automation system documentation/specifications

organize projects with highly complex functions

understand with a degree of expertise business needs, impacts to system(s) due to requirements changes or enhancements, technical specifications documents and related artifacts

Registration or Licensure Requirements:
None

Initial Selection Criteria:
Required graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field of study and 3 years of related professional experience. Additional related work experience may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis
Preferred knowledge of HHS automated eligibility system (TIERS).
Preferred experience working with state and federal laws and regulations and HHS programs policies and
procedures.
Preferred experience working professionally with a broad range of stakeholders.

Additional Information:
Applicants must be willing to work a regular Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm (CST) schedule. Applicants must also be willing to work after hours (evenings, Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays), on occasion to complete necessary activities including system validation and critical ad-hoc data requests.

Applicants who fail to follow the written instructions in completing the State of Texas Employment Application will be disqualified.

MOS Code:
None. No direct correlations to MOS Code

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