Temporary Assistant Data Analyst - New Organizing Department

1199SEIU
United Healthcare Workers East

Temporary Assistant Data Analyst
New Organizing Department

Based in New York, NY

POSITION TITLE: Temporary Assistant Data Analyst
ASSIGNMENT: New Organizing Department 
AREA: New York, NY
REPORTS TO: Data Project Coordinator
CLASSIFICATION: Temporary Assignment
SALARY: $83,809.34
NO. OF POSITIONS: 1

About 1199SEIU UHWE
With over 450,000 members throughout Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Florida, and Washington, DC, 1199SEIU is the largest and fastest-growing healthcare union in the nation. Since our founding in 1932, our mission has been to stand up for quality healthcare, good jobs and social justice for all. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called 1199 his favorite union and referred to us as “the authentic conscience of the labor movement." Over the years 1199 has won some of the highest standards for healthcare workers in the country, including good wages and benefits, safe staffing, paid time off, secure retirement, model childcare and education benefits and a real voice work in the workplace. Our members are highly politically engaged and active, so we have the strength to advocate with government and elected officials for our patients, families and communities. We are affiliated with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) which has over 2 million members and is the largest labor union in North America.

QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of 1-3 years’ experience with data analysis, data extraction and data mining (Preferred, but not essential); Working knowledge of SAS and/or SPSS, and ability to setup connections and train researchers on basics of querying; Ability to design robust data reports; Ability to multi-task and set priorities; Strong interpersonal skills; Ability to work long hours, including evenings and weekends; BS in Computer Science, Statistics or related field preferred; 

JOB FUNCTION:

• Raw Data Manipulation: Quickly and accurately convert large files into clean databases, even when the original files were not designed for that purpose.
• Data Importing: Load data files from various sources into a single database server, converting the data to be linked with other sources. At times, this will involve completely redesigning the data structure to match with other data sources or to meet research needs. 
• Database Design: Designing new databases for a range of data that is generated from fieldwork. Querying large sources like Lexis-Nexis, court records, SEC filings, etc., so that data can be queried on and linked into other data sources. Designing ways to import this data. 
• Day to Day Tasks: Working with researchers to index and optimize data tables for efficient linking and searches. Aid researchers in query construction.
• Dealing with data conversions, text field manipulation, and complex calculations. 
• Track and integrate new versions or correct the data that become available.
• Monitor data backup and user access. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title and every position does not necessarily require the same duties.

To Apply:
All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a résumé and cover letter via email to View email address on unionjobs.com . 

1199/SEIU is an equal opportunity employer.

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