Power BI Data Analyst

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Power BI Data Analyst 
Job Title: Systems Analyst V 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: SHARED SERVICES/RESOURCE MGMT 
Posting Number: 7667 
Closing Date: 10/27/2025 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25 
Salary Range: $5,798.00 - $8,651.00 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: Days (First) 
Telework:  
Travel:  
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 0171,8848,8858,181X,182X,255A,255S,25B,25D,25N,26B,3D0X2,3D0X4,62E,681X,682X,781X,782X,CT,CTM,CTR 
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The Power BI Data Analyst for Information Technology (IT) Applications Shared Services reports to the Director of IT Applications Shared Services. This position assists in leading and facilitating the execution of strategies and oversees common Applications team functions and capabilities to reduce costs and improve efficiency. This position focuses on driving improvements in the areas of resource management, risk management, application security, audit compliance, contract management, disaster recovery and other specific operational duties commonly shared across the IT Applications team. The position is responsible for the development of standardized metrics, dashboards, reporting and process improvements supporting the IT Applications portfolios.

This position partners with key stake holders to help them rationalize and optimize department activities and strategies using systems/data analysis. This position is responsible for leading and/or supporting multiple strategic projects.  Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) IT Applications department has approximately 600 employees and supports over 450 applications across the state of Texas. The scope of program portfolios served by the IT Applications Services team includes: Medical and Social Services, Public Health Services, Regulatory Services, Enterprise Resource Planning, Family Health Services/Family and Community Health, Intellectual or Development Disabilities/Behavioral Health Services, Health and Specialty Care (State Operated Facilities), Office of Inspector General and Administrative Applications. 

This role requires working onsite in Austin three, or more, days per week.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Assists in defining and implementing key measures of success for shared services functions. Promotes proactive approaches to solving business needs and problems using systems/data analysis. Work involves coordinating the planning and analysis of business requirements, procedures, and problems to automate processing or to improve existing systems. Performs data analysis work with primary emphasis on developing new or improved solutions that can be adopted across IT Applications. Leads and/or assists in various data collection and analysis activities to create/improve processes, databases, tools and metrics. Participates in IT contract management (terms, renewals), IT security compliance, application assessments, audits, budgets, and legislative requirements. Performs other duties as required. (25%)

Drives actions and plans that improve key performance indicators in the areas of cost, quality, cycle time and/or other services provided. Benchmarks best practices for capabilities, processes, and systems both internally and with other agencies/entities. Works in the design and implementation of new or revised methods that effectively meet agency needs. Provides vision and strategic direction for new and existing data and analytics systems in support of the HHS business objectives and requirements. (25%) 

Provides technical expertise for activities related to HHS data and its use, or proposed use, in IT Applications Shared Services. An in-depth understanding of business requirements and how the data supports those requirements, as well as the ability to interpret the impact to existing designs or implementations of new and/or changing business requirements. Ability to work directly with data visualization tools (i.e.-Microsoft Power BI), data mining, business analysis, modeling, visual display, dashboard design and reporting. (25%) 

This position is responsible for moderate HHS agency/departmental coordination, as well as communication, with IT Applications, IT Infrastructure, IT Security, IT Audit, IT Administration and Finance, IT Procurement, contractors/vendors and other key stakeholders across HHS to ensure solution designs meet key business needs. (25%) 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of project management processes and tools.
• Knowledge of software development life-cycle methodologies.
• Knowledge of data management and tools.
• Knowledge of change management and incident management processes and tools.
• Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of computer systems. 
• Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy.
• Skill in structured problem-solving techniques.
• Skill in process improvement techniques.
• Skill in working collaboratively and cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Skill in technical writing and screening of documents.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically in the use of technology to solve challenges/problems.
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures. Ability to write and revise standards and procedures.
• Ability to handle multiple projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to plan, assign, and monitor the work of others. 

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Prefer Power BI Data Analyst Associate certification (Microsoft PL-300 exam).

Initial Screening Criteria:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, plus three (3) years of professional experience with data analytics. Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
• 3+ years of experience with data visualization and analysis tools, specifically Microsoft Power BI strongly preferred.  
• 3+ years of experience in composition and technical writing, diagram flows using mapping tools (Visio), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Microsoft Project strongly preferred. 

Additional Information:

Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds. The offered salary will be determined in accordance with budgetary limits and the requirements of HHSC Human Resources Manual.

• Selected candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

• Selected candidate must be willing to work from an HHS office located in Austin, designated by the hiring manager. 

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

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.