Job Details

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Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

As a senior member of the Applied Analytics team in the Office of Planning and Innovation, the Senior Data Analyst will provide complex analytical data products to support strategic planning, program evaluation, and performance management across various organizational initiatives. This role will work with diverse data sources to create reports, build dashboards, perform advanced analyses, and create maps that drive decision-making at the program, division, and organizational levels. The Senior Data Analyst will also provide mentoring and guidance to junior analysts as needed.

• Lead the full lifecycle of data analysis, including requirements gathering, data collection, cleaning, modeling, analysis, and visualization using tools like Excel, SQL, R, PowerBI, and ArcGIS.
• Address ad-hoc data requests and respond to urgent analytical needs, including those related to time-sensitive or emergency situations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure that data products meet operational and strategic needs.
• Synthesize and interpret data from various sources to develop reports, dashboards, visualizations, and maps that support decision-making at the program, division, and organizational levels.
• Mentor and train junior analysts by providing guidance on analytical techniques, data tools, best practices, and innovative approaches to data analysis.
• Automate data processes and apply advanced analytics to improve decision-making, identifying opportunities for process optimization that align with strategic data initiatives.
• Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, dashboards, and maps tailored to different audiences, including senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in public health, Data Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience:

• At least five (5) years of professional experience in data analysis, including working with complex datasets, developing data products, conducting advanced analysis, and creating maps.
• At least five (5) years of experience using tools such as SQL, R, PowerBI, and ArcGIS.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Advanced expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization techniques.
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, SQL, R, PowerBI, and ArcGIS, including map creation and geospatial analysis.
• Strong understanding of public health practices, community health assessments, and program evaluation methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to generate creative solutions for complex challenges.
• Experience in mentoring junior analysts and ensuring their growth in analytical techniques and tool proficiency.

Core Competencies:

Organizational Leadership:

• Understands the organizational mission
• Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
• Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others

Collaboration:

• Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
• Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
• Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

Innovation:

• Ability to adapt to change

Characteristics:

• Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
• Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
• Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
• Uses sound judgment
• Self-motivated
• Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

Communication:

• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Typical work hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• May require periodic overnight travel and long hours/overtime during emergencies/disasters.
• May require occasional after hours support and maintenance of technical systems.

Work Environment:

• Work environment is typically in an office environment but may require infrequent travel and interaction with the community at public events.

Physical Demands:

• This is a largely sedentary role; however, some duties would require the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.

Work Location:

• Harris County Public Health: Office of Planning & Innovation - 1111 Fannin St. Houston, Texas. 77002.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.