Informatics Data Analyst

VARITE is looking for a qualified Informatics Data Analyst for one of its clients located in Alhambra, CA
 
WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
A large county government entity providing comprehensive public services including public health, social services, public safety, infrastructure management, community development, and regional administration.
 
WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
 
Job Title: Informatics Data Analyst
Duration: 12 months
Location: Alhambra, CA
Work Mode: Onsite
Pay Rate Range: $37.00 - $42.00/hr on W2
Live Scan is required (Fingerprint)
 
HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• An Informatics Data Analyst works independently to document external data acquisition policies and procedures as well as interface with other business units to define and document data needs and ad-hoc analysis requirements; identify business practice workflow and process issues and concerns; provide leadership and guidance to define system and process requirements that will optimize system performance and technology utilization by system users; and design information systems and technologies that ensure access and transparency.
• The Informatics Data Analyst will develop, implement, organize, and maintain information and reports to document operational and financial performance; collaborate with the quality team, administrators, etc., to design the ad hoc and other relevant routine reports; monitor the quality programs and make efforts to improve them; compile data from multiple sources and import the data into the relevant database; select appropriate tools and methods to maintain the existing programs that ensures there is appropriate transfer of data and that all the reports are documented well to increase the efficiency; assist with analysis of external data definitions documentation and mapping process; perform a Quality Assurance function for the data integration processes and repository metrics; collaborate with other staff to document data needs and metric definitions; validate data load processes and the quality of the data loaded into data repositories; maintain, store, map and analyze data in compliance with policies and procedures; coordinate with LAN and IT Security teams in order to utilize PGP encryption software and File Transfer Protocols; and use software such as SAS, Access, and Excel to provide data mapping for integration using Business Objects, and SQL.

 
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO WIN:
Skills Required:

• The Informatics Data Analyst will possess knowledge and experience in basic statistical concepts; identifying the trends, business opportunities, and relevant issues; commonly-used demographics and databases; definitions of fields and how data is entered and processed; data mining/intelligence; statistically-valid analysis and measurement methodologies; packaging data – infographics and other data display techniques, and report design options; data interpretation and validation; Ad Hoc analysis/performance evaluation principles; common demographic data bases; SQL coding and report services; data warehouse design; web-based application design; PC skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAS, Access and Excel); working independently as well as a leadership role in creating process documentation and interfacing with other team members to obtain this information; detailed-oriented; excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; ability to handle multiple tasks; and problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Education Required:

• This classification requires the possession of a bachelor's degree in an IT-related or Engineering field.
• Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience Required:

• This classification must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in processing, management, and retrieval of information.

Additional Skills Required:

• California Resident Candidates Only. Additional live scan requirements must be completed for the Department. Work is expected to be done ON SITE, and interviews will be conducted via MS Teams meetings.
• The work schedule will be 4/40, 10-hour day, Monday - Thursday. " or "California Resident Candidates Only.
• Work is expected to be done ON SITE, and interviews will be conducted in person.
• Work schedule is M-Thurs 7:15am-6pm (10 hours) at Public Works HQ in Alhambra, CA 91803.

 
If this opportunity interests you, please respond by clicking on EasyApply.
 
BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

 
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VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status