Data Analyst

About the role

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is seeking a Research Data Analyst I to support the administration of the CalPERS Health Benefits Program. This position involves data analysis, research, reporting, and data quality activities, preparing reports, presentations, and other analytical products for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration of the CalPERS Health Benefits Program through data analysis, research, reporting, and data quality activities.
• Work with healthcare utilization, enrollment, premium, provider, and other health program data to respond to information requests, conduct analyses, identify and resolve data issues, and support operational and policy decision-making.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other analytical products for internal and external stakeholders.
• Work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while supporting projects that help improve healthcare quality, affordability, and outcomes for approximately 1.5 million CalPERS members.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as statistics, public health, computer science, or a related field.
• Experience: One year of full-time paid work experience in data analysis, research, or a related field.
• Skills: Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills; proficiency in data analysis software such as Excel, SQL, SAS, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau, Access, or similar applications.

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications:

• Curiosity and eagerness to learn.
• Dependability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Interest in supporting healthcare programs and conducting research.

Skills

Desired Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as Excel, SQL, SAS, R, Python, Power BI, Tableau, Access, or similar applications.
• Experience with healthcare data and research.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

CalPERS offers competitive benefit packages, including:

• Health and dental insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Flexible work arrangements.

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is $4,469.00 - $5,079.00 A, $4,611.00 - $5,495.00 B, and $5,529.00 - $6,922.00 C, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This position is a hybrid role, offering up to 40% telework per week.

Contact Information

To find out more about CalPERS and its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, visit our website or watch our YouTube video. To apply, please complete your application and submit a Statement of Qualifications by the Final Filing Date.