Data Modernization Business Analyst

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking an individual to serve as a Data Modernization Business Analyst (Management Analyst 3). This position works collaboratively across all divisions within HHS and is part of the Data Sharing, Privacy, and Open Records Bureau within the Contracts and Data division. 

Under the direction of the Data Sharing, Privacy and Open Records Bureau Chief, this position engages in ongoing work with HHS programs and data owners to establish a common set of non-IT focused business requirements for data modernization projects. These requirements will be used to drive deliverables in statements of work with vendors. They will provide required documentation to the infrastructure team, project managers and leadership and document in a data inventory.

Gathers and analyzes agency data and information to identify business needs and recommended solutions for data modernization and health information exchange initiatives. Gather business requirements to be used in the development of procurements and contracts for data modernization initiatives. Collaborate with legal and compliance experts to ensure all proposed projects are compliant with state and federal laws.

Identifies and implements quality improvement initiatives related to data modernization and health information exchange. Recommends new or improved policies, practices, and procedures related to data modernization and health information exchange activities.

Intersects and partners with assigned DOM DoIT project managers and fusion team members regarding data modernization and health information exchange activities. 

Investigates data modernization and health information exchange activities of other states. Facilitates meetings with partner states to understand best practices in these areas and advises management on options for improvement and future activities.

Provides cross agency coordination related to data modernization projects. Serves as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders and communicate goals of data modernization initiatives. Manages multiple data modernization projects simultaneously, recording progress and keeping detailed notes and records of all activities. Creates reports for management to describe current status and progress of initiatives. 

Oversees integrated project planning, timeline and resource management across the spectrum of data modernization related projects within Iowa HHS. Assists in contract and statement of work development with external partners, facilitates communication between project partners across the agency, continually assesses progress toward the data modernization agency goals, and engages leadership in assessment and strategic planning. 

Provides support for agency-wide data strategy initiatives and requests. Learns and understands long term agency goals related to data strategy, determines internal capabilities and external risks to accomplish those goals, and proposes options and potential solutions to management to achieve these goals.

Under direction of Bureau Chief, gathers requirements for data requests proposed by leadership, facilitates meetings to gather required information, presents information to Bureau Chief in appropriate formats for various audiences. Develops, using input from staff across the agency, detailed explanations of data request results, including inclusion and exclusion criteria, potential limitations in the results, and appropriate ways to use and display the information.

Requirements:

Following a successful onboarding period, this position will be classified as hybrid with a minimum of 2 days per week required in office at the Lucas State Office Building in Des Moines. Additional in office days may be required periodically to accommodate in-person meetings and events.

Benefits

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and
• your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to
• begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9
• days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29%
• and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC),
• Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to
• $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and
• dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee
• Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs. 

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Background Checks

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position. 

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify