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Accepting applications for a Data Analytics Supervisor
Who Are We?
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.
Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:
Inclusion
Partnership
Respect
What does a Data Analytics Supervisor do?
Serves as data analyst supporting Major Unusual Incidents (MUI) and Compliance operations within the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).
Develops and maintains Tableau dashboards, reports, automated reporting solutions, and ad hoc analyses related to MUI activities, compliance reviews, provider oversight, county board oversight, and operational performance.
Supports reporting and analytics activities using data from multiple DODD systems, including ITMS and RDS, as well as Medicaid claims and other health-related data sources.
Analyzes data trends, patterns, and operational issues to support program staff, leadership, county boards, providers, and other stakeholders.
Generates, tracks, and automates performance measures, ensuring timely tracking of agency goals, outcomes, and reporting requirements.
Validates data accuracy and assists with identifying reporting, data quality, and system concerns.
Responds to questions from county boards, providers, internal staff, and other stakeholders.
Works independently to identify reporting needs, prioritize assignments, and develop data solutions that support agency operations and decision-making.
Utilizes reporting and analytics tools including Tableau, SQL, Python, and other technologies, as appropriate.
Develops and maintains documentation, report definitions, business rules, and reporting standards.
Participates in office hours and provides guidance and support to report and dashboard users and stakeholders.
Participates in agency-wide data committees, reporting workgroups, and data governance and data quality initiatives.
Coordinates with program areas and information technology staff to improve reporting processes, data quality, and understanding of DODD systems and business processes.
Maintains working knowledge of DODD systems, Medicaid and health-related data, and how data connects and flows across systems.
Supports emerging analytics, automation, and agentic AI initiatives that improve reporting, data access, operational efficiency, and user support.
Participates in and provides cross-training across reporting and analytics functions to promote knowledge sharing, ensure continuity of operations, provide backup coverage, and reduce reliance on single-person subject matter expertise.
Oversees data analytics college intern.
Serves as the primary data coordination contact for public records requests (PRR) under Ohio’s Public Records Act (R.C. 149.43) involving reports, analytics, and DODD data.
Coordinates with program staff, leadership, legal staff, and other stakeholders to identify, review, prepare, validate, and deliver requested data and reporting materials.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
72 months' experience or training in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 months' experience in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.
OR
Completion of associate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 54 months' experience or training in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 months' experience in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.
OR
Completion of undergraduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 48 months' experience or training in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods AND 12 months' experience in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.
OR
Completion of graduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field AND 36 months' experience or training in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.
OR
Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skill: Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Operational and Administrative Support, Leading Others, Developing Others, Confidentiality, Analyzation
Supplemental Information
Training and Development Required to Remain in the Classification After Employment: All state-offered & agency-directed technical training assigned to senior data analytics specialist; continuing education credits to be completed by classification requirements annually, as directed.
Hourly wage will be paid at step 1, unless otherwise specified by collective bargaining agreement or rules outlined in the ORC/OAC.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.
The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.
All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.
No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date.
To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact Terry Penn at
[email protected]
ADA Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
