RES O 21R - Data Analyst

Posting Title
RES O 21R - Data Analyst

Position Classification
Research Officer R21

Union
GEU

Work Options
Remote

Location
Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA

Salary Range
$69,760.70 - $79,322.69 annually

Close Date
5/15/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date
5/31/2025

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Health

Ministry Branch / Division
Office of the Provincial Health Officer

Job Summary

A dynamic role for a skilled analyst with excellent research and communication skills

The Provincial Health Officer (PHO) is the senior public health official for British Columbia (BC) and is responsible for monitoring the health of the population of BC and providing independent advice to the ministers and public officials on public health issues.

The Population Health Surveillance and Epidemiology (PHSE) team is responsible for applying advanced statistical and epidemiological methods to monitor the trends in population health and health inequalities in the province. The data analyst will support the PHSE in the development of advanced statistical methods for public health surveillance and applied epidemiological research.

Job Requirements:

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, health information science, public health, health studies, or other physical, life or social sciences or in a related field and a minimum of 1 year of *related experience; OR
• Diploma in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, health information science, public health, health studies, or other physical, life or social sciences in the related field and a minimum of 2 years of *related experience; OR
• Certification in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, health information science, public health, health studies, or other physical, life or social sciences in in the related field and a minimum of 3 years of *related experience; OR
• Any equivalent combination of education and *related experience.

*Related experience must include the following:

• Working experience in statistics, computer sciences, mathematics, data sciences, public health or other related disciplines
• Recent direct experience conducting quantitative analysis with multiple datasets using R or Python

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Self-identify as Indigenous (e.g. First Nations, Métis or Inuit).
• Experience using Git and/or GitHub.
• Experience working with large administrative health data.
• Additional years of experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Alyssa.Parker@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until May 31, 2025. This temporary opportunity may be extended and/or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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 is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

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 .

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

Cover Letter: 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.A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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.

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 Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category
Health Services, Information Management/Information Technology, Policy, Research and Economics

Category

Government