Director Of Data Architecture & Analytics

The Director of Data Architecture & Analytics, under the general direction of the Health West Chief Information Officer,implements and supervises data analytics and data reporting services for Health West. This employee assesses current Health West data analytics and reporting processes, implementing improvements where necessary. The Director of Data Architecture & Analytics supervises technical employees; communicates with Health West supervisors, managers and leadership, and regional and state entities to assist in defining data requirements;

leads work groups; provides overall leadership for the Data Analytics department by ensuring all stakeholders have the information needed to monitor and measure performance, improve clinical care and organizational operations, and make strategic, data-driven decisions; and performs related duties and responsibilities as required. A successful Director of Data Architecture & Analytics will possess a blend of technical and business operations skills and experience, clear written and verbal communication skills to communicate technical subjects in an understandable manner, the capacity to problem solve, and the ability to apply continuous improvement practices.

The contributions of the Director of Data Architecture and Analytics will support Health West’s efforts to promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement; fulfill the organization’s mission of addressing the needs of our community; increase the effectiveness, satisfaction and value of services; measure and improve performance; solve problems; and improve outcomes.

1. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Business, Research/Evaluation, Data Science, Healthcare Informatics, or related technology and/or data field
AND three (3) years of work experience in a related field;
OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Business, Research/Evaluation, Data Science, Healthcare Informatics, or related technology and/or data field
AND five (5) years of combined work experience in a related field between internship(s) and employment;

2. Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Michigan Driver License within 30 days of employment.

3. Must have reliable transportation that may have to be used to carry out job duties of this classification.

• 1. Work experience in the health and human services fields preferred.
• 2. Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.
• 3. Individuals in Recovery and individuals with experience in Armed Services valued.

NOTE:
The recruitment for this position utilizes assessment(s) in order to match candidate foundational competencies, personality, and job fit to those required for the position.

An employee in this class performs activities requiring the occasional lifting of objects weighing thirty-five (35) pounds or less and physical activity related to the performing of job duties.

An employee in this class performs generally sedentary work activities in an office setting.

Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.