Data Systems Specialist

Applications to be submitted by June 19, 2026. Compensation Grade: P18. Compensation Details: Minimum: $69,764.00 - Maximum: $69,764.00. Positions with a designated work location in NewYork City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro‑rated for part‑time positions). Responsibilities Develop and maintain data systems for service providers and AIDS Institute staff. Coordinate content and data submissions for federal and state reporting requirements. Review and submit data for Ryan White reporting. Provide technical and data systems support; participate in AIDS Institute Reporting System (AIRS) testing; disseminate information to funded agencies that use AIRS. Use VB.NET experience to support a custom Ryan White RSR database application and other in‑house built tools. Support the planning, execution, and delivery of data‑related projects as part of a multidisciplinary team. Manage data lifecycle activities, including extracting, cleaning, and collating data across multiple AIDS Institute sources. Support routine data transfers and formal data requests. Hands‑on technical role using SQL: access data, use software to process, extract, manipulate, and clean datasets from diverse environments; develop reusable Python scripts to reduce manual data‑wrangling. Generate recurring and ad‑hoc reports using SAP Business Objects Crystal Reports and Web Intelligence. Perform other appropriate related duties. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years of system analysis, testing, troubleshooting reporting issues, and/or quality assurance experience; OR an Associate’s degree in a related field and four years of such experience; OR six years of such experience. Preferred Qualifications At least one year of experience working with healthcare clients’ data, including a proven understanding of security protocols and compliance when handling sensitive health‑related data and PHI (Protected Health Information). At least two years of experience using SQL or other relational databases and advanced MS Excel. At least one year of experience with SAPBI Business Objects Crystal Reports and Web Intelligence, and/or AIRS. At least one year of programming experience, leveraging logical problem‑solving to independently troubleshoot and resolve system issues. At least one year of programming experience with VB.NET. Strong data profiling skills, with experience cleaning, manipulating, and validating data from disparate sources to ensure accuracy. Conditions of Employment Grant‑funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required. Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available. Travel up to 25% of the time will be required. The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: NewYork, NewJersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. This position will become eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work, after a waiting period of approximately three months, subject to satisfactory job performance, management approval and operational needs. Benefits Health, dental and vision insurance – multiple comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from. Flexible benefit accounts – medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit. Generous paid time off – paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave. Tuition support – assistance available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities. Retirement benefits – participation in the NewYork State and Local Retirement System and optional enrollment in the NewYork State Deferred Compensation Plan. Post‑retirement health benefits – health benefits plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses. Employee Assistance Program – educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees. EEO Statement Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans. HRI participates in the E‑Verify Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr