Compliance and Data Analyst (DOH/NMBHI #12710)

New Mexico Department of Health; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico Department of Health seeks a Compliance & Data Analyst to coordinate quality and performance management, incident management, and regulatory readiness across the Standards & Compliance division.

Responsibilities include data system management, KPI monitoring, and support for incident reviews, mock surveys, and policy updates with clinical and administrative teams. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, database management and performance tracking.
• Knowledge of corrective action planning, root cause analysis and incident reporting processes.
• Experience conducting chart audits, program assessments, tracers and mock surveys.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including report development and presentation.
• Ability to interpret regulations, policies and standards to support compliance and improvement.
• Strong organizational skills with multiple projects and data sets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate performance management activities and compliance assessments across the facility.
• Track corrective actions and prepare reports to ensure regulatory readiness.
• Support incident review, root cause analysis and policy reviews with clinical and operational teams.
• Participate in facility committees and prepare performance and compliance documentation.
• Ensure alignment with federal, state and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Database management

Performance tracking

Corrective action

Root cause analysis

Incident reporting

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Details

This position will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant list may be screened more than once.

Salary

• $27.37 - $41.06 Hourly
• $56,931 - $85,396 Annually
• This position is a Pay Band C7

Posting Details

This position will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant list may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

Incumbent will be responsible for coordinating quality and performance management & incident management functions within the Standards & Compliance division including compliance assessments, performance reports, prevention activities, policy review/development, database management, training and tracking of corrective actions to ensure compliance with federal, state and accreditation regulatory requirements. Assist with the facility Incident Management system including training on proper incident response, notification and documenting reporting, incident report collection, incident review, incident entry into a database for assessment for appropriate follow up action to help prevent recurrence. Facilitate compliance with state licensing and certification, accreditation and other external surveys.

How does it get done?

The Compliance & Data Analyst supports the facility-wide quality, safety and regulatory readiness by coordinating performance management activities, conducting compliance assessments and tracking corrective actions. This role manages data systems, monitors key performance indicators and evaluates adherence to federal, state and accreditation requirements. This position provides analytical support for incident review, root cause analysis, mock surveys and policy reviews while collaborating closely with clinical, administrative and operational teams. Will participate in facility committees, prepares performance and compliance reports and helps sustain continuous improvement and survey readiness across campus. This roles requires strong communication skills, the ability to think analytically and attention to detail.

Who are the customers?

Clients/Patients/Residents

Ideal Candidate

• Skilled in data analysis, database management, spreadsheets and performance-tracking tools.
• Knowledge of corrective action planning, root cause analysis and incident reporting processes.
• Experience conducting chart audits, program assessments, tracers and mock surveys.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report development and presentation.
• Ability to interpret regulations, policies and standards to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and various data sets.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience in investigations, regulation, policy, statutory, and/or contract compliance. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience

Employment Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License.
• Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.

Working Conditions

Position will perform work primarily in an office setting with extensive computer and phone usage and exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal. Lifting up to thirty (30) pounds may be required. Effective 1/1/2015, the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute became a 100% Tobacco Free/E-Cigarette Free Campus. As such, no tobacco products or E-cigarette products are permitted on any part of the campus. Department is located at Standards & Compliance, Yucca building.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.