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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Program Analyst 3 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4560217 THE POSITION If you have strong analytical and communication skills, we want to talk with you! The Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Policy and Quality Management is actively seeking an ambitious Program Analyst 3 to join our team of professionals. In this role, you will complete analyses on Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) data sets and professionally graph and present data results and recommendations to ODP decision-makers and stakeholders so they can utilize the information to evaluate program performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and measure progress on quality improvement activities across the service system. This is an excellent opportunity to further expand your skill set and advance your professional talents!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Program Analyst 3, you will collect, analyze, and organize data for ODP's performance measures and other data relative to organizational goals, objectives, initiatives, and program standards. You will utilize and maintain databases and spreadsheets to record and analyze data. You will also apply statistical and mathematical methods to analyze data. You will work independently and as part of a team to produce deliverables by deadlines.
In this role, you will serve as a primary support for ODP's quality teams and their evaluation of program performance. This will include development and management of data collection tools for CMS performance measures, ensuring accuracy of data, data and information storage, data trending over time, maintaining a complex reporting calendar and data dictionary, and ensuring all materials from all presenters are ready for regional and statewide quality team meetings.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. You are required to report to the office in Harrisburg one 1 day per month and occasionally for meetings. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Program Analyst 2; or Three years of analytical experience, two of which include professional experience in program evaluation and the development of program recommendations, and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to compl with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.