Data Analyst V

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Functional Title: Data Analyst V 
Job Title: Data Analyst V 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Medicaid/CHIP Data Analytics 
Posting Number: 8636 
Closing Date: 02/27/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-26 
Salary Range: $6,377.50 - $8,581.66 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework:  
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST 
Other Locations: Austin 
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Brief Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Manager of the Medicaid Data Management Team in Medicaid CHIP Data Analytics, the Data Analyst V performs highly complex (senior-level) data analysis to inform policy and program decisions for the Medicaid and CHIP Services Division. Using standard statistical tools, methods, and techniques, the Analyst compiles and queries provider data, as well as data from a variety of other sources, to conduct analytic projects, assess data quality, and make recommendations to improve data quality. The Analyst also identifies inconsistencies and redundancies in the data sources by analyzing the content, structure, and relationships within the data. The Analyst prepares concise, comprehensive technical reports to present and interpret the data orally, as well as in written and graphical formats, to program staff, leadership, advisory committees, and other stakeholders. The Data Analyst serves as a resource for colleagues and is a key contributor in a complex and crucial data analytic environment. This position will guide the provider-related data analytics work of other team members. The Analyst works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

EJF1 Data Analysis: Develops methodologies and determines the most effective process to address a given provider data request, construct a performance measure, or monitor various trends. Compiles and manipulates data using SQL, SAS, or other languages from a variety of source formats, to support complex analyses. Cleans and prepares data to produce datasets required for data visualization software products. Designs, develops, and maintains visualizations and/or web apps. (30%)

EJF 2 Reporting: Designs, prepares and reviews a variety of written, oral and graphical reports, applications, or deliverables containing provider and related data, methods, and procedures to Medicaid/CHIP administration and other stakeholders to provide data analytics, data trends, and improve contract management. Oversees the interpretation of analysis results to inform the team’s presentations and reports of the results involving Medicaid and CHIP provider and related data. Ensures accuracy of data included in reports. (30%)

EJF 3 Customer Focus and Communication: Engages with a variety of people across the agency to build strong relationships and to find creative solutions to leveraging Medicaid and CHIP provider and related data to complete  analytic projects. Utilizes communication skills to gather the information necessary from customers to assess and address their needs. Explains analysis results in clear and non-scientific language as necessary to ensure that customers can leverage the information in decision-making. Coordinates with program subject matter experts and leadership to both ensure accuracy in how MCDA is approaching the analysis and to inform staff of findings in a timely manner. (20%)

EJF 4 Data Quality/Integrity: Provides suggestions regarding systematic changes that will improve the efficiency and quality of Medicaid CHIP provider and related data. Assesses data quality by identifying any missing, erroneous, incongruent, or duplicate provider data. Coordinates with other internal groups within the Office of Data Analytics and Performance or other areas to identify issues, address data quality, and improve provider reporting. Consults and provides requirements for the improvement of data collection systems and the methods used to perform data analytics. (20%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of data analysis techniques and best practices.

Knowledge of data quality and integrity processes.

Knowledge of the Medicaid and CHIP program and related social services.

Knowledge of ArcGIS.

Knowledge of Snowflake.

Knowledge of and experience with reporting and visualization tools, including Tableau.

Skill in complex analytic work, identifying trends, concerns, recommending opportunities for improvement as well as areas of excellence.

Skill in using SAS, SQL, and other query languages.

Skill in communicating to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Ability to work on a team, and to be flexible and creative with data demands.

Ability to plan, organize and conduct data analytic projects.

Ability to develop and interpret data charts, maps, and tables.

Ability to interpret and report on data analytic findings.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and show initiative.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

Bachelor's degree, equivalent, or higher degree in epidemiology, statistics, public health, data science, social or natural sciences, or other discipline which requires data management and analysis skills.

Four years’ experience with data acquisition, data collection, management, analyses, visualization and presentation of health and human services-related data and/or large datasets.

Four years’ experience in writing queries and using statistical software (e.g. SAS or SPSS) 

Employment application will illustrate effective and accurate written communication skills. 

Additional Information:

N/A

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This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.