Data Manager

Data Manager Location: 2 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN The purpose of this position is to support the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Division by coordinating and assisting PRAMS Principal Investigator and PRAMS Project Coordinator in the day-to-day operational oversight of PRAMS. The Indiana Department of Health, Division of Maternal and Child Health is seeking to engage mothers and birthing persons recently after birth to better understand infant/maternal health and morbidity in Indiana. Maternal health and pregnancy experiences significantly impact the wellbeing of infants across the state. This effort aims to better understand the unique considerations. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Operational Management Execute the day-to-day activities of PRAMS in collaboration with the Project Coordinator and CDC. Assist in maintaining inventory and supplies for PRAMS. Participate in CDC site visits, trainings, and workshops, including the initial installation and training visit. Inform the Project Coordinator of PRAMS activities on a frequent basis. Data Collection Develop a high level of proficiency with all PRAMS software. Prepare participation incentives or rewards. Prepare and mail PRAMS questionnaires, and conduct verification checks. Maintain schedule for mail and telephone follow-up. Locate telephone numbers for telephone follow-up. Conduct telephone interviews as necessary. Follow-up with web survey respondents that may need assistance Enter completed questionnaires. Data Management Edit and correct data files as necessary using PRAMS software to assist in this process. Ensure that monthly batch data files for PRAMS are released to CDC in a timely manner using PRAMS software Ensure quality of PRAMS data. Maintain security and confidentiality of PRAMS data. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree public health-related or similar field, such as health promotion, health communication, health education, or public health and two years of related experience. Professional experience may substitute for education. Additional requirements include: Demonstrated ability to think across systems Highly motivated and able to take initiative; creative thinking. Outstanding organizational skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Working knowledge of organization and function of the Indiana Department of Health Ability to work under pressure/tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Skills to actively promote programs with discernment and sensitivity for community needs and standards. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Word, and Excel Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This position is not responsible for supervising other team members, though may in the future. Difficulty of Work: This role will serve as the Indiana PRAMS project expert for IDOH, local, state, and national partners. It also requires the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Work Relationships: Employee works with department staff, public, state, and federal representatives, and other stakeholders in the private sector for the purpose of coordinating the PRAMS program. Work frequently involves the discussion of non-routine problems encountered by the employee and other Women’s Health Team and MCH staff. Physical Effort: Position is primarily a desk job. Requires extensive computer use and ability to be mobile in small, confined spaces. No heavy lifting required. Working Conditions: Employee works primarily at the Indiana Department of Health office in the MCH Division. Some in state may be required. My3Tech Inc