Data Scientist

Introduction

\r\n\r\nTHE POSITION\r\nThe State of Connecticut’s Office of Policy and Management (OPM) is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Data Scientist in their Health Information Technology Division (HIT).\r\n\r\n\r\nWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities.\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees.\r\n\r\n\r\nHIGHLIGHTS\r\nThis is a full time position conveniently located in Hartford, CT, easily accessible to all major highways.�\r\n\r\n\r\n LOCATION: OPM, Health Information Technology Division�\r\n ADDRESS: 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT\r\n WORK HOURS: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week\r\n SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday\r\n\r\n\r\nABOUT US\r\nAt OPM we report directly to the Governor and provide information and analysis that the Governor uses to formulate public policy for the state. We also assist state agencies and municipalities in implementing the law and public policy on behalf of the people of Connecticut. We prepare the Governor’s budget proposals; implement and monitor the execution of the enacted budget; and oversee the executive branch agencies that report to the Governor.\r\n\r\n\r\nLearn more about making an impaCT by serving the state of Connecticut by watching the video below:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\n\r\n\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.��\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State.� Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly.\r\n For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).� �\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to opm.recruitment@ct.gov.\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is responsible for independently performing a full range of tasks in the data management, analysis, and predictive activities to support data‑driven decision‑making.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Perform statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and machine learning using large-scale health care claims data;\r\n Assess data quality and completeness assessment, including identifying and addressing missing, inconsistent, and anomalous data;\r\n Work directly with health plans and other data submitters through data quality reviews and payer forums;\r\n Develop strategies for incorporating non-claims data into the All-Payer Claims Database (APCD);\r\n Establish data standards, definitions, validation requirements, and collection methodologies;�\r\n Apply emerging data science and artificial intelligence capabilities to APCD analytics; and\r\n Perform related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Knowledge of\r\n \r\n methods of research design, statistical analysis and data management;\r\n management and development of principles related to data and analytics projects;\r\n relevant state and federal statutes, regulations and guidelines;\r\n data preparation and management and related tools and technology to implement data and analytics projects;\r\n data governance and data management practices;\r\n \r\n \r\n Skills\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;\r\n oral and written communication skills;\r\n \r\n \r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n conduct analysis, including collecting and preparing data, and summarizing and reporting conclusions;\r\n perform data analysis including identifying and using appropriate data and quantitative frameworks to support program and/or policy decisions;\r\n use relevant software, tools for spatial analysis, and/or programming languages to run analyses and generate reports and visualizations;\r\n develop project designs and implement them independently;\r\n prepare clear and accurate summaries, visualizations, and dynamic reports or dashboards based on data findings;\r\n translate data and analysis into policy or program recommendations.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of professional experience in data analytics, quantitative methods, or geographic information systems, involving statistical modeling or spatial data analysis.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the junior working level assisting in the performance of data management, analysis, and predictive activities to support data‑driven decision‑making.\r\n\r\n\r\nNOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of an Assistant Data Scientist.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n College training in data science, mathematics, statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, psychology, computer science, geographic information systems, geography, or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling�one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.\r\n A Master’s degree in data science, mathematics, statistics, biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, psychology, computer science or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Experience analyzing large-scale healthcare claims and non- claims data such as clinical, provider, quality, social datasets, to provide business intelligence.\r\n Experience conducting healthcare data quality checks, submission reviews and follow ups with submitters.�\r\n Experience developing data standards, specifications, governance processes, collection strategies or establishing new health data collection.\r\n Experience with applying advanced statistical modeling, predictive analytics, machine learning or generative artificial intelligence, and risk adjustment to healthcare data.�\r\n Experience using Python and SQL, with additional experience in R, SAS, Stata, or other similar statistical application.�\r\n Experience translating analytical findings into products such as government reports, policy briefs, peer-reviewed publications, or public-facing products.�\r\n Experience interpreting health care laws, regulations, privacy requirements, and data-use policies.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.\r\n