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Data Analyst (MOA I)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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Date:  Nov 8, 2024
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:  42592

Agency: Department on Aging
Class Title: MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS ANALYST I - 25541 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 11/25/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,703, Full Range: $5,703-$8,170 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062

 

Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number  42592 

Position Overview

Ready to dive into your next big adventure? We're on the hunt for a data expert with three years of experience using advanced features of Microsoft Excel and turning raw data into insights with SPSS or similar statistical software. If you've also got two years under your belt creating and presenting data-driven reports, we want YOU to bring your skills to our dynamic team! Ready to make an impact? Reach out now!

Essential Functions

  • Serves as Data Analyst for the Community Care Program CCP and other alternative care analyses within the Department on Aging. 
  • Researches evaluates and executes subsequent policy for the demonstration and fiscal aspects of various Home and Community Based Demonstration Projects. 
  • Confers with management to provide program policy and operational support through such means as evaluation of existing program operations recommendations to improve availability of statewide services and development of legislative analyses including fiscal implications.
  • Works directly with other data analysis staff and program staff in the development of reports. Assists data analysis unit in requests and reports for various Department programs. Prepares coordinates and assists in presenting maps and charts to agency staff designed to aid in the understanding of programs.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, supplemented by a master's degree in business or public administration, with coursework in areas such as economic theory, accounting and finance, organizational theory, and operations research.
  • Requires one year progressively responsible professional experience in management operations analysis or the completion of an approved training program.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers three years of experience utilizing advanced features of Microsoft Excel.
  • Prefers three years of experience performing data analysis utilizing SPSS or similar research and statistical software.
  • Prefers two years of experience developing and presenting data-based reports.

Conditions of Employment

Requires ability to pass a criminal background check.

Work Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Monday - Friday  
Work Location: One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, IL 62702-1813  
Agency Contact: Nick Gilmore
Email: aging.hr.assist@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-900-0013
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

About the Agency

 

The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.

 

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental, and vision plans
  • Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  • Option pre-tax programs – Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
  • 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
  • 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
  • 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
  • 13-14 paid holidays per year
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

 

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits, please follow this link. https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com


Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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