Data Systems Specialist (Senior Consultant)-61107723

State of South Carolina; Cayce (SC); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Health/dental/vision insurance

Deferred compensation

SCRS

State ORP

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) is seeking personnel to support the Data Modernization Initiative (DMI) by improving data access for decision making. The role will assist epidemiologists and collaborate with IT in deploying RedCap projects and roll out a more robust Electronic Disease Surveillance System (EDSS).

Responsibilities include data validation, developing R and Python scripts, and cross-training staff to sustain these functions, with potential travel for

Qualifications

• Degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, mathematics, data science, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of programming languages is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree and professional experience related to the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist epidemiologists and collaborate with IT staff in developing and deploying RedCap projects as needs arise.
• Develop, modify, maintain, and run R and Python scripts to prepare data for analysis and visualization and respond to data requests.
• Crosstrains staff to ensure sustainability of these functions.
• Participate in data management and validation efforts for a new Electronic Disease Surveillance System (EDSS).
• Develop and support RedCap projects for routine or ad hoc needs.
• Perform other related duties and special projects, including travel if requested, and respond during emergencies.

Skills

R

Python

Data analysis

Epidemiology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Careers at DPH: Work that makes a difference!

Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

This position supports the agency's Data Modernization Initiative (DMI) efforts by increasing and improving data availability and access to data for decision making. Additionally, this position will assist epidemiologists and collaborate with IT staff in developing and deploying RedCap projects as needs arise. This position also participates in the development and roll‑out of a new and more robust Electronic Disease Surveillance System (EDSS), including data validation.

Participate in data management and validation efforts for a new Electronic Disease Surveillance System (EDSS).

Develop, modify, maintain, and run R and python scripts to prepare data for analysis and visualization and respond to data requests. Crosstrains staff to ensure sustainability of these functions.

Develop and support RedCap projects for routine or ad hoc needs.

Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned, including required travel if requested, and responds as directed during emergencies which may occur outside normal work hours, and travel if requested.

State Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and professional experience related to the position.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements:

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the SCDPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

Degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, mathematics, data science, or a closely related field and relevant working experience is preferred. Knowledge of programming languages is preferred.

EEO:

The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN:

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant Employees (TGE) positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Temporary Grant Employees (TGE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK:

The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.