Data Specialist Job Description

Data Specialist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Data Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail;
  • A working knowledge of healthcare funders including Medicaid and Medicare;
  • Knowledge and/or experience with healthcare data elements, including diagnosis and procedure codes;
  • Ability to quickly learn new systems and tools;
  • Interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with persons throughout the organization;
  • Helps maintain data accuracy by analyzing data entries, identifying errors and coordinating corrections;
  • Basic data analysis and reporting in Excel and Access;
  • Knowledge and proficiency in managing electronic medical records;
  • Be self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team environment;
  • Ability to use multiple operating systems for reporting purposes;
  • Ability to analyze data sets, trends, and patterns;
  • Willingness to learn new technologies;
  • Manage and execute SCORE (Colorado statewide voter registration system);
  • Learn, understand, and ensure the confidentiality and privacy of personal information;
  • Implement organizational processes for organizing and archiving election data.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience as Data Specialist;
  • High School Diploma or GED;
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database systems;
  • Production experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud including Kubernetes, Azure Blobs, Azure Functions, Azure Cognitive Search;
  • Must communicate effectively orally and in writing;
  • Willingness to arrange work hours around program classes, which can include weekend and evenings;
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills;
  • Ability to type 60+ WPM (MUST);
  • Proficient computer skills with MS Office, specifically Excel (MUST);
  • Professional working experience with Analysis with Excel with multi-million rows tables;
  • Experience using Microsoft Office or Google G Suite;
  • Comfortable speaking to large groups of diverse learners and fielding related questions;
  • Professional working experience with Python, Flask, and Pandas;
  • Bachelor’s diploma and 3 years related experience required;
  • Highly skilled at using database software, specifically Microsoft Excel and Access.