Job/Position DescriptionData Analyst III:The Data Analyst III within the IIS Analytics Group performs routine (journey-level) data analysis work as assigned by the IIS Analytics Group manager. Work involves data analysis andreporting of immunization data and refining analytical processes in support of Texas' Immunization programs which includes the Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) and Adult Safety Net(ASN). Consults and provides expert technical assistance and guidance to program staff within the DSHS central and regional offices, local health departments, other governmental agencies,Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other stakeholders. Recommends and develops processes for implementing, tracking, reporting, and analysis of Texas immunizationdata. Manages data projects relevant to the Immunization Unit and the IIS Analytics group. Works under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independentjudgement.Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned(40%) Analyzes, identifies, and interprets Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) and Adult Safety Net (ASN) data and trends. This includes the identification of programmatic risks originating fromdata quality issues including errors, anomalies, inconsistencies, and outliers identified during analysis. Suggests programmatic improvements to address gaps identified during analysis.Recommends and develops processes for implementing, tracking, reporting, and analysis of Texas immunization data.(25%) Creates, streamlines, and automates vaccine data analysis reports and tools which assist in the oversight of vaccines disseminated through the TVFC and ASN programs. Providesconsultative guidance and technical assistance to staff in the integration of new methods to accomplish necessary tasks using the federal and state immunization systems.(20%) Communicates with other immunization stakeholders including regional and local entities as well as Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) personnel to provide, exchange, orverify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or resolve problems. This may include the creation and presentation of findings. Manages data projects as assigned by the IIS Analyticsmanager and provides routine written and verbal status reports on projects.(10%) Reviews and develops policies and procedures regarding data and analysis to ensure compliance with programmatic and operational goals. May develop recommendations to improvecollection of data.(5%) Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agencyand#146;s obligation for disaster response and/or recovery ofContinuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternative shift pattern assignment and/or locationRegistrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsNoneKnowledge Skills AbilitiesExtensive PC skills including Microsoft Word, Excel (including VBA), Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, SQL, SAS, and other relevant software applications. Knowledge of database management, data analysis, and reporting.Knowledge of business analysis.Knowledge of project management standards and techniques.Skill in developing written materials and training.Skill in developing electronic reports from databases.Skill in responding to customer inquiries and handling difficult customers in a tactful man https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=598679 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.