Data Analyst IV

Job Description

Performs complex (journey-level) data analysis and data research work within the DPP Medicaid Cost / Accountability Reports data for the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Financial Services Division (FSD), Provider Finance Division (PFD), Cost Report Review Unit (CRRU) to support the Directed Payment Programs (DPP). Work involves reviewing and analyzing data collected from DPP Medicaid Cost / Accountability Reports to ensure desk reviews are conducted in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (as applicable), Texas Administrative Code, and Agency policies and procedures. Work also involves identifying data gaps, errors, anomalies, inconsistencies, and redundancies by analyzing the content, structure, and relationships of the DPP data. This position assists the Management Analyst V and team members by conducting data analysis, data validation, quality assurance of desk review procedures, and ensuring consistency throughout the desk review process. Work is performed under the direction of the Director of the CRRU with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions

• EFJ: Interpret historical, current, and projected data to identify problems, causes, and areas for which process, and procedural data are used and collected for desk reviews.
• EFJ: Identify, document, make recommendations, and implement approved recommendations to ensure desk reviews are completed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards (as applicable), Texas Administrative Code, and Agency policy and procedures.
• EFJ: Develop, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes to forms and reports, business and management practices, and improvements to standardize or improve the desk review process.
• EFJ: Review comprehensive technical records and reports that present and interpret data and identify alternatives.
• EFJ: Evaluate agency functions and activities being considered for conversion to contract operations and industry developments and make recommendations for agency applications.
• EFJ: Facilitate meetings with stakeholders from all areas and levels of the agency to gather necessary information for guidance documents.
  
  

Knowledge Skills Abilities

• Knowledge of organizational development and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures; methods and procedures analysis techniques; work simplification methods; forms and records design and control procedures; and statistical analysis.
• Ability to analyze or evaluate problems to develop, recommend, and present alternative solutions; conduct or coordinate studies to develop, interpret and implement policies and procedures; design programs and training; prepare concise reports and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of Government Auditing Standards (as applicable), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge of the Texas Administrative Code, applicable rules and regulations; policies and procedures of the Commission; and related legislative practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of office management practices, administrative procedures, accounting methods, and accounting systems.
• Skilled in numerical and record analysis, handling multiple projects, and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to identify problems, prepare concise reports, evaluate alternatives, and make sound decisions.
• Skilled in the use of MS Office applications; advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel.
• Skilled with reporting packages (Business Objects and or Tableau) or databases (SQL etc.) preferred.
• Knowledge of Health and Human Services programs, services, and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and/or develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, teamwork, and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with people at various levels of expertise.
• Ability to manage projects effectively and produce quality work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn and teach complex, detailed concepts.
• Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time on detailed documents and projects.
  
  

Registration Or Licensure Requirements

None

Initial Selection Criteria

Experience in data analysis, research, compilation, and/or reporting work. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in data science, business analytics, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field. Experience with Medicaid or other medical claims or cost report data preferred.

Additional Information

Requisition Number 589336

Applicants must be located in Austin, Texas as this position will work a hybrid telework schedule.

MOS Code

No military equivalents.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS 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.

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