Newcomer Health Analyst - Statistical Analyst I

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Newcomer Health Analyst - Statistical Analyst I

Salary

$61,380.00 - $73,656.00 Annually

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

FAA01089-02/04/25

Department

Department of Public Health & Environment

Division

Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response

Opening Date

02/28/2025

Closing Date

3/13/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver, CO 80246

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

tara.bangtson@state.co.us

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Department Information


This position is ONLY open to current Colorado state residents.


This position is a hybrid position. 


The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical conditions related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.


Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.   


IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a TERM-LIMITED position and funding cannot be guaranteed beyond 09/29/2025. The incumbent in this position must be willing and able to resign on this date or when funds run out, whichever comes first.    

Be BOLD.....Make a REAL difference . . . and join us in serving our communities advancing Colorado's health and protecting the places we live, work, learn, and play, to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

Our mission… is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. 

Our vision… is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.


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The referral list generated by this position announcement may be used to fill multiple position vacancies and may be extended.

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) serves Coloradans by providing high-quality, and cost-effective public health and environmental protection services that promote healthy people in healthy places. Staff members focus on evidence-based best practices in the public health and environmental fields and play a critical role in educating people in Colorado so they can make informed choices. In addition to maintaining and enhancing our core programs, the Department continues to identify and respond to emerging issues affecting Colorado's public and environmental health. 


Description of Job

The Work Unit:

Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) 

The Division of Disease Control and Public Health Response (DCPHR) exists to ensure that the Department has the ability to effectively monitor, detect, diagnose, prepare for, and nimbly respond to, all types of conditions and events that impact the public’s health. Newcomer Health Program (NHP) is a program within the Health Equity Branch. The purpose of the program is to conduct surveillance to detect, prevent and control diseases, and evaluate existing health programs to improve the health of refugees and/or immigrants who are newly arrived in the United States. The program: 1) enhances existing surveillance networks for communicable and non-communicable diseases, including, but not limited to: vaccine-preventable diseases, malaria, hepatitis, intestinal parasites, nutritional deficiencies, and anemia; 2) evaluates the health status of refugees and/or immigrants for the purposes of informing and improving U.S. programs for overseas and the post-arrival health assessments and interventions, such as presumptive treatment for parasitic infections; and 3) improves the health of refugees and/or immigrants undergoing U.S. resettlement and protects the health of their receiving communities by controlling the spread of communicable diseases. This program addresses the “Healthy People 2020” focus area(s) of Global Health. The program is also responsible for monitoring all refugee screening data received from a number of community health clinics that perform the refugee health screening and distribute this data to a variety of internal and external partners, including local, state, and federal public health authorities and agencies. The Health Equity Branch, and the Newcomer Health Program operate on the belief that all people (no matter their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, education level, age, language, religion, ability or geographic location) should have the opportunity to live healthy lives. 

An additional focus of NHP is to manage a national Center of Excellence in Newcomer Health (COE). NHP leads the surveillance and epidemiology component of the national COE, houses and manages a data coordination center, and coordinates refugee surveillance data from multiple states, other state agencies, and clinics within Colorado, including overseas and domestic medical screening data and additional public health data, as identified. Coordinating and pooling data from around the country makes information accessible to public health workers, policymakers, healthcare providers, and the general public. The program expands and enhances refugee public health surveillance capacity in Colorado and builds a network around the country.

What You Will Be Doing:

This position serves on a team of analysts in the Newcomer Health Program. In addition to analysis for core functions of the unit funded by the Colorado Department of Human Services, this position conducts analysis and reporting for the Center of Excellence in Newcomer Health specifically related to health conditions among newcomers both domestically and overseas. The position serves as a primary point of contact for newcomer and mapping analyses for the COE. The position requires extensive knowledge in statistical analysis and bio-statistical principles, with emphasis on the visual display of data via a business intelligence tool. The position is responsible for taking large amounts of data from a variety of sources, pooling, and manipulating data for aggregate reporting and analysis. This position uses appropriate statistical software (e.g. SAS), and a business intelligence platform (e.g. Tableau), ensuring appropriate statistical methodology is utilized to perform epidemiologic and statistical analyses using multiple data sources. This position is required to work on several important projects and complex datasets simultaneously, and requires active participation on a number of different collaborative projects and work groups. This position provides statistical analysis and reporting support, working with members of the Newcomer Health Program and collaborating with the stakeholders at contracted screening clinics. The position acts as a resource to internal and external stakeholders for the COE. This position serves as a technical resource and may train other analysts to conduct complementary analyses. This position responds to requests for information and presentations from the public, CDPHE, and other health and public health professionals. This position also works with other mapping and validation specialists on the team to map data from domestic and overseas sources to the COE database, namely from the CDC Electronic Disease Network (EDN) and clinical data from Refugee Health Clinic electronic medical records (EMRs).

Responsibilities of the position include but not limited to:
Statistical Analysis
  • Under the guidance of the Newcomer Health Epidemiology and Data Unit supervisor, this position collects, compiles, cleans, analyzes, and reports on a variety of health and public health data related to refugees, with a focus on health and mapping data. 
  • Uses appropriate statistical software (e.g. SAS) to perform statistical analysis. The analyses includes descriptive and inferential statistics (such as logistic regression to determine the degree to which socioeconomic factors may predict certain health outcomes), and is performed on Colorado-specific and COE network partner data. 
  • An analytic resource for the state of Colorado and the COE, and conducts analyses on health conditions (including COVID-19), providing guidance and technical support on specific health conditions and population-based research questions and evaluations. 
  • Keeps up-to-date with current analytical and data management techniques and concepts for population-specific analyses and complex structured and unstructured data. 
  • Performs statistical analyses related to complex analytical investigations involving highly specialized scientific data. 
  • Adapts or combines a variety of existing statistical methods to fulfill specific project needs. 
  • Designs, manipulates, and utilizes databases for analysis of health statistics and trends in health problems. 

Data Reporting
  • Determines and develops the best methods to visually and accurately present the data using an online business intelligence platform or other tools. 
  • Evaluates and selects from a variety of visual displays for analyses, based on the parameters selected and jurisdictions included in the analysis. 
  • Selects the appropriate display for analysis, which may be tabular, graphical, geospatial. 
  • Coordinates with data owners and stakeholders from the Centers of Excellence data coordination center work group and Colorado partners to present methods chosen for visually displaying analyses. Incorporates feedback from data owners and stakeholders regarding visual display of data, when appropriate. 
  • Participates in the design, management, and use of surveillance systems for diseases of public health importance. 
  • Identifies program surveillance data needs, designs instruments for the collection of surveillance information and data, and implements new or revises existing surveillance systems. 
  • Conducts advanced descriptive and comprehensive analyses (e.g., simple regression, stratified analyses to control for confounding, adjusted odds ratios, and relative risks) of surveillance data for multiple audiences. 
  • Reports key findings through written reports to stakeholders during special projects, annual reporting, and routine and ad-hoc reporting within the State of Colorado.
Collaboration with Internal/External Stakeholders
  • Serves as a technical resource and provides guidance to internal staff, external Colorado and national partners and stakeholders regarding the Centers of Excellence in Newcomer Health and Colorado Refugee Health Program. 
  • Participates in content area work groups and meetings on a regular basis, both internally, within Colorado Refugee Health and stakeholder teams, and with national COE partners and stakeholders. 
  • The position is to clearly present and explain data and processes implemented to visualize data at stakeholder meetings and to network partner states across the nation. 
  • Provides scientific advice and technical assistance to communities and outside partners with respect to surveillance and other epidemiologic data and evaluation expertise. 
  • Effective advice and assistance requires the application of program and epidemiologic expertise to complex public health issues, with an understanding of the appropriate cultural/social/political framework, as well as the ethical/legal issues related to epidemiologic data collection, dissemination, and use.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:
NOTE:  An applicant may meet the minimum qualifications for this job in one of two ways: They may qualify through their work experience alone or through a combination of education and work experience. 

Work Experience:    
Four (4) years of relevant experience in public health related to conducting statistical analysis or epidemiological research, conducting disease surveillance, or other closely related experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position. Experience must include working with data analysis tools (SQL, SAS, R, Tableau, etc.) 

OR:

Education and Work Experience:   
A combination of related education from an accredited institution in Statistics, Mathematics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Public Health, Epidemiology, or a field of study closely related to the work assignment.    AND/OR   Relevant experience in public health related to conducting statistical analysis or epidemiological research, conducting disease surveillance, or other closely related experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to four (4) years. Experience must include working with data analysis tools (SQL, SAS, R, Tableau, etc.) 

**This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.**
 **A copy of your unofficial (or official) transcript is required by the application deadline. You must attach this transcript to your application electronically.**
 
NOTE: Click on the link here How to Apply to submit a complete application that documents your work history giving details of your qualifications, including how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position when listing your work history.
 
Preferred Qualifications:     
 In addition to the minimum requirements, the successful candidate in this position will have the following highly desirable experience and competencies:

  • Relevant experience with the State of Colorado
  • At least two (2) years of experience conducting statistical analysis using SAS, R, and/or Python. 
  • Ability to articulate the components and complexities of data to a variety of audiences, and at different competency levels.
  • Experience working with Tableau or other data visualization software.
  • Experience with underserved populations. 
  • Strong data science and relational database skills for manipulating, analyzing, and visualizing a wide variety of datasets.
  • Ability to use critical thinking when making decisions or solving problems.
  • Demonstrated ability to document data processing and analysis steps. 
  • Experience with relational databases and database query language (ie SQL). 
  • Experience working with Google and Microsoft Suite products.
  • Ability to ensure that work performed meets standards for timeliness, accuracy and completeness.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well independently as well as in/with a team.
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills and effective listening skills.
  • Ability to work in environment where needs and priorities change frequently.
  • Willingness and aptitude for learning additional skills on the job. 
 
Conditions of Employment:
  • Pursuant to CDPHE policy, a background check is required for all positions at CDPHE. 
  • This is a term-limited position. Funding cannot be guaranteed beyond 09/29/2025. The incumbent in this position must be willing and able to resign on this date or when funds run out, whichever comes first. 
  • You must currently reside and be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position, as CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.  
  • Critical Status: Must be available in the event of an emergency, (e.g., bio-terrorist attack, chemical attack, disease outbreak or all hazards) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
  • Critical Status: Must be available in the event of the activation of the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and be required to report to work immediately at the regular or alternate location. During this time, travel restrictions may be in place.
  • Critical Status: Must be available Expected to work and/or remain at their worksite in delayed start, early release, or closure situations. 

Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
 
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
 
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information

A complete application packet must include:

  1. A completed State of Colorado application.  
  2. A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. 
  3. If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application. (unofficial copy acceptable) 
  4. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.

The Selection Process:

  1. All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
    • If you submit more than one application, before the closing deadline, only the most recent application submitted will be used in the recruitment process. 
  2. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
    • Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
  3. A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.


E-Verify:  CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
 

You must currently reside and be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.  



ADAAA Accommodations:

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.


The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Dan McKenna, at daniel.mckenna@state.co.us or call 303-692-2060, option 5.  

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link for detailed information:  www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits 

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
 

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CDPHE-A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. As a condition of employment, are you willing and able to submit to a background check if offered the position?
  • Yes
  • No
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CDPHE: If you are a current or previous State of Colorado classified employee, please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) in order to verify your current or previous employment. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. Type N/A if you are not a current or previous state employee.
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CDPHE-This is a term-limited position and employment cannot be guaranteed beyond 02/29/2025. Do you accept this condition of employment?
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  • No
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CDPHE-Applicants for State of Colorado classified positions must be current residents of Colorado. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?
  • Yes
  • No
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CDPHE- A complete application packet requires Cover Letter, Transcript(s), and/or DD214 (if veteran). Did you attach the requirements that apply to you? A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. If using education to qualify, a copy of your college/university transcripts. Transcripts must be attached to your application. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 attached to your colorado.gov/jobs application.
  • Yes
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Please describe how your education, work experience and/or unique skills makes you a great candidate for this position.
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Please briefly describe your Statistical Analysis experience.

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