Job Description

Posting Title
RES O 21R - Health Information Analyst

Position Classification
Research Officer R21

Union
GEU

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)


Salary Range
$63,446.31 - $72,142.65 annually

Close Date
1/31/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Health

Ministry Branch / Division
Community & Cross Sector/Health Sector Information, Analysis & Reporting

Job Summary


An opportunity to apply your analytical and research skills The Health Sector Information, Analysis and Reporting Division (HSIAR) sets the foundation for the delivery of high-quality health sector information, analytics and reporting. The Division leads key information management functions including data stewardship, governance, security, access, analytics and reporting, quality assurance, performance measurement and evaluations functions. HSIAR sets out to exercise effective governance over data resources, while enabling timely and secure access to data, supporting an integrated, modernized model of information sharing across the health sector. The Division leads the overarching provincial analytic strategy and approach, and performs comprehensive, integrated analytics, research and evaluation of health sector performance. To ensure a consistent and timely approach to health system evaluation and continuous improvement, the Division is responsible for the development of the overarching policy framework and monitoring of outcomes and impacts of health system policy direction. In this position, you will respond to information needs by developing and conducting qualitative and quantitative research and communicating conclusions and recommendations through briefings, presentations, and various data and information reports.

Job Requirements:

• Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, health information science or social/health science field, or related field and a minimum of 6 months recent, related experience*; OR
• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, health information science or social/health science field, or related field and a minimum of 1 year recent, related experience*; OR
• Diploma in statistics, mathematics, economics, health information science, social/health science field, or a related field and a minimum of 3 years recent, related experience*; OR
• No degree or diploma and a minimum of 5 years recent, related experience*.

• Recent, related experience must include at least two of the following:
• Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI).
• Experience in data analysis, conducting qualitative and quantitative research, and providing advice and recommendations;
• Practical research experience gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and interpreting information;
• Experience with analytical and extraction software (e.g. SAS, SQL, R, Oracle) to write computer programs to extract and manipulate data.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience working with health sector data.
• Experience working with data quality principles.

Provisos/Willingness Statements

• Willing to keep up to date with cutting-edge techniques in machine-learning and big data analytics and find ways to advance the organization\xe2\x80\x99s capabilities in analytics.

For questions regarding this position, please contact sharfiyet.iqbal@gov.bc.ca

About this Position: An eligibility list may be established.

Working for the BC Public Service: The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer. The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], M\xc3\xa9tis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover letter required: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information: A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required. The BC Public Service COVID-19 Vaccination Policy defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category
Policy, Research and Economics