The Job
The Department of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for
Statistical Analystswho plan, organize, develop, and implement analysis and statistical applications for departmental programs. Statistical Analysts are key members of a team dedicated to advancing health equity in underserved communities. This role involves conducting rigorous statistical analyses to uncover disparities in health outcomes and access to healthcare services. The analyst will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to generate evidence-based insights that drive interventions and policies aimed at reducing health inequalities. Additionally, the analysts will facilitate the collection of emerging datasets for analysis and visualization, develop metrics for opioid overdose data and surveillance for harm reduction and play a pivotal role in data management, modernization, and infrastructure, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of datasets related to health disparities and social determinants of health. Furthermore, the Statistical Analysts will create workflows and automation processes to facilitate data analysis and reporting.
There is an immediate vacancy in the
Department of Public Health. The incumbent will support Nutrition & Wellness Services, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program, and Family Health Services.
For more detailed information, refer to the Statistical Analyst job description.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening.
Background Investigation for the Probation Department Positions Only: Candidates must pass a background investigation, which includes, but is not limited to, a fingerprint check and a polygraph test. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or currently be on court ordered probation (or have been within the last year ).
Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees may be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Visa Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following options:
Option 1:
Education: A Master's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education in Statistics, Math, Physical/Behavioral/Social/Life/Other Science, or Public/Business Administration,
which must include twelve (12) semester (18) quarter units of completed
graduate level coursework in Statistics or Research Methodology. An unofficial transcript listing all completed coursework
must be submitted with the application.
Option 2:
Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or universityrecognized by the United States Department of Education in Statistics, Math, Physical/Behavioral/Social/Life/Other Science, or Public/Business Administration,
which must include twelve (12) semester (18 quarter) units of completed
upper division coursework in Statistics or Research Methodology. An unofficial transcript listing all completed and in-progress coursework
must be submitted with the application.
Experience: One (1) year of technical or professional-level full-time equivalent experience conducting research studies, mathematical analysis, or statistical analysis using SAS, SPSS or other statistical software programs. Time spent in these duties must be clearly distinguished from time spent on other duties such as teaching.
Desired Qualifications
Desirable skills include the ability to:
- Manipulate data and prepare visualizations using Excel
- Conduct and interpret the results of multivariate analysis using statistical methods
- Prepare visualizations using business intelligence platforms (Tableau and Power BI)
- Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software products for spatial analysis
- Query data and write scripts using SQL; utilize relational database systems
- Program data-related commands using SAS, SPSS, STATA, R, Python, or equivalent
- Create automated reports and develop data dashboards for web publication
- Conduct studies and/or analysis of Demographic/Epidemiological/Health/Crime Statistics or evaluations to measure government program/policy effectiveness
Selection Process
An
online examination and writing exercise will be administered to assess your knowledge and skills on the following topics:
- Statistical Concepts
- Research Methods and Design
- Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Data Interpretation
Candidates who successfully complete the online examination will be invited to participate in the
writing exercise, interpreting data output and writing a narrative of findings/results.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by
5:00 pm, Friday, October 25, 2024. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
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