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Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Data Analyst IV

Job Title: Data Analyst IV

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Integrity Support Svcs - SO

Posting Number: 18019

Closing Date: 12/24/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Community and Social Services

Salary Range: $5,425.33 - $8,886.16

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24

Shift: Day

Telework: Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST

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Data Analyst IV

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks highly qualified candidates to fill the Data Analyst IV position within the Access & Eligibility Services (AES) Department Eligibility Operations Integrity Support Services (ISS). The Data Analyst IV serves as lead subject matter expert on data integrity, extraction, and compilation of data for both internal and external customers/stakeholders. This includes consulting with customers to identify user needs.

Performs complex (journey-level) detailed data analysis and data research. Work involves primary responsibility for data quality assurance including implementing and updating databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and other strategies to ensure statistical efficacy. Analyzes content, structure, and relationships within data to identify and interpret patterns and trends. Identifies gaps, errors, anomalies, and redundancies to make justifiable recommendations for data revisions. Prepares concise and comprehensive data reports for HHS stakeholders and leadership. While leveraging statistical techniques, develop proof of concept mockups to ensure data quality; and convert raw data into database table structures from a variety of source formats. Interprets business requirements to be used as input for performance measure visualizations and reports for large and complex agency programs. Assists in developing software applications and/or programming to track ISS statistical data. Mentors internal staff and may train others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment that emphasizes innovation through new ideas, striving for excellence by taking pride in your work, embracing differences as a source of strength, accomplishing more through partnership, leading by example, and learning for continuous improvement. This position may allow for a teleworking option.

Essential Job Functions:

• Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy. Serves as lead subject matter expert on data integrity, extraction, and compilation of data for both internal and external customers/stakeholders. Interprets, designs, develops, and maintains performance measure visualizations and reports utilizing data visualization tools. (30%)

• Develops and utilizes software applications and/or programming to track ISS statistical data.

• Accurately updates databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and utilizes other strategies to ensure statistical efficacy. Compiles, queries, calculates, and/or loads data using a variety of source formats. (20%)

• Provides data integrity by identifying data gaps, errors, anomalies, inconsistencies, and redundancies in the content, structure, and relationships within data; cleans and prepares data, as necessary. Leverages statistical techniques; develops proof of concept mockups to ensure data quality; and converts raw data into database table structures from a variety of source formats. (15%)

• Consults on workgroups and via ad-hoc collaboration with ISS management, program staff, and vendors to harness subject matter to understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and design of performance visualizations and reporting solutions. (10%)

• Collaborates with ISS management and appointees to lead the analysis and interpretation of data patterns to gauge progress toward targets and to provide recommendations to HHS leadership for meaningful measures, updates/changes. (10%)

• Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of ISS related department processes through initiatives including building efficiencies, including automating processes; and maintaining design consistency across multiple visualizations. Mentors internal staff and trains others. (5%)

• Prepares concise and comprehensive data reports and analysis and presents to HHS stakeholders and leadership to include performance visualizations during meetings and/or as requested. (5%)

• Performs other duties as assigned and required to meet the mission and goals of HHSC. (5%)

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Knowledge of relational databases and database design.

• Knowledge of scientific research methods, statistical techniques, mathematics, geographical concepts and their application to data analytics.

• Knowledge preferred of local, state and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas.

• Comprehension of fraud prevention and fraud detection for SNAP, TANF, CHIP and Medicaid Programs preferred.

• Knowledge of computer programming principles, spreadsheet macros, and database design.

• Skill preferred in data visualization development, including data model creation, advanced calculations, and interactive visualizations.

• Skill in performing queries, extracting and joining data, and loading data using SQL and/or other query languages.

• Skill in working with streaming data and unstructured data from multiple data sources.

• Skill in creating graphical user interfaces, mockups, prototypes, and design documents.

• Skill in critical thinking and problem solving.

• Skill in optimizing the user experience.

• Skill preferred in using visualization preparation software.

• Skill preferred in using statistical software.

• Skill in using EXCEL or other spreadsheet software.

• Skill in graphical, tabular, and geographical presentation of data.

• Ability to translate complex data into user-friendly information.

• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.

• Ability to implement and use new technology and work processes to enhance decision-making.

• Ability to build, establish, and maintain effective working relationships and coalitions.

• Ability to plan, organize, and conduct data analytic projects.

• Ability to develop and interpret statistical data charts, maps, and tables.

Initial Selection Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in computer science or a related field is preferred.

Relevant experience in data analytics, data cleaning, statistical analysis, and computer programming may be substituted for education on a year-to-year basis.

Excellent written communications as observed by detail and completeness of information provided on the state application.

Experience making presentations to small and large groups preferred.

Experience developing policies and procedures preferred.

Experience supervising eligibility staff and/or investigators preferred.

Experience in data review and analysis required.

Experience with Special Query Language (SQL) required.

Experience developing interactive dashboards or reports using data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent) required.

Experience connecting data visualization tools to SQL or tabular data sources required.

Experience writing Python scripts for data extraction, transformation, or automation required.

Experience using Python libraries for data analysis required.

Experience in leading and mentoring staff preferred.

Current experience in SNAP, Medicaid policy and procedures are preferred.

Current experience in TANF program preferred.

Training or experience in project management practices and the project life cycle preferred.

Experience performing multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines in a timely manner required.

Application indicates the willingness to work beyond normal work hours of 8AM-5PM Monday through Friday as needed/required.

Experience using computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.

Application indicates the willingness to travel 10% of the time required.

Additional Information:

Number of Positions to be filled: 1

Location of position to be filled: The position may be housed in any office based on business need and availability. The location of the position will be housed statewide and be determined after the selection of the candidate. NOTE: Current employee applicants must list each position held separately. For example, Texas Works Advisor I must be listed separately from Texas Works Advisor II job experience.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the online 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.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form.

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.