REGIONAL DATA ANALYST

Job Requisition ID:50390 OpeningDate:10/01/2025 Closing Date:10/15/2025 Agency:Department of Human Services Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel Bilingual Option:None Salary:Anticipated Salary $8,281-$12,223/month ($99,372-$146,676/year) Job Type:Salaried Category:Full Time County:Cook Number of Vacancies:2 Bargaining Unit Code:RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapply electronically through theillinois.jobs2web.comwebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. 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. Position Overview The Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking to hire a Regional Data Analyst for the Data Analytics Office for the northern region. This position is responsible for reviewing large and highly complex performance data sets, statistical and programmatic outcomes from agency-wide programs and initiatives to identify trends, outcomes, and performance. Designs, builds, and maintains efficient data pipelines and storage systems (e.g., data lakes), to ensure data is accessible, reliable, and optimized for organizational needs. Analyzes complex datasets using statistical, machine learning, and programming techniques to generate insights, build predictive models, and support data-driven decision-making. Promotes best practices through effective change management to ensure continuous improvement of Agency departments through the coordination of a variety of special projects across the Agency. Assists in initiating metrics across the Department to reduce functioning deficits so the Department functions more effectively and cohesively among the offices/bureaus/divisions. In collaboration with the Administrator, provides information and technical assistance to other DHS divisions/offices and leaders regarding Key Performance Indicators (KPI). Provides administrative and technical support to the Administrator and other Agency staff. The ideal candidate should possess excellent writing and analytic skills in addition to the ability to multi-task several projects/assignments. Travels statewide in the performance of duties. Essential Functions • Serves as a Regional Data Analyst in the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for the Data Analytics Office for DHS sites in the northern part of the state. • Manages highly complex projects with Divisions/Offices to improve performance and efficiency. • Initiates metrics across the Department to reduce functioning deficits so the Department operates more effectively and cohesively among the offices/bureaus/divisions. • Serves as back-up to other Regional Data Analysts by developing KPIs, performing data analysis, preparing reports, and providing recommendations to DHS offices while consulting on continuous improvement efforts and managing projects. • Serves as a liaison to the Administrator with other Agency staff. • 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 (4) years of college. • Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization. Specialized Skills • Of the three (3) years of required experience, requires three (3) years' experience as a data analyst in the development of performance indicators, organizing, planning, executing, and maintaining management strategies to be used by the program and services for a public or private organization, designing and building efficient data pipelines and storage systems, and analyzing complex datasets using statistical, machine learning, and programming techniques. Preferred Qualifications • Three (3) years' experience as a data analyst in the development of performance indicators, organizing, planning, executing, and maintaining management strategies to be used by the program and services for a public or private organization, designing and building efficient data pipelines and storage systems, and analyzing complex datasets using statistical, machine learning, and programming techniques. • Four (4) years of professional experience utilizing logic models and data analysis techniques with an advanced understanding of statistical analysis, predictive modeling, hypothesis testing, and data visualizations through the use of software such as: PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI, R, Python, and / or SQL. • Four (4) years of professional experience managing highly complex projects to improve performance and efficiency for a public or private organization. • Four (4) years of professional experience initiating metrics to reduce functioning deficits so that organizational operations are more effective and cohesive. • Four (4) years of professional experience performing data analysis, preparing reports, and providing recommendations while consulting on continuous improvement efforts for a public or private organization. • Four (4) years of professional experience organizing and synthesizing research into high quality, well-structured, oral, and written communications for the review of internal and external stakeholders. Conditions of Employment • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Work Hours:8:30am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday; 1 hour unpaid lunch. Work Location:401 S Clinton St, Chicago, Illinois, 60607 Assistant Secretary Continuous Improvement Office of Data Analytics /Northern Region Agency Contact:[email protected] Posting Group:Leadership & Management; Social Services About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity. As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following: • A Pension Program • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year) • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment) • • Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable) • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position) • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP) • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only) For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs). 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. State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section. 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: • [email protected] • [email protected]