RESEARCH ANALYST

APPLICANTS MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE ASSOCIATE STAFF ANALYST CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR BE PERMANENT IN A COMPARABLE TITLE ELIGIBLE FOR 6.1.9 TITLE CHANGE OR BE IMMEDIATELY REACHABLE ON CIVIL SERVICE EXAM # 9061.

The Medical Assistance Program (MAP) administers Medicaid and related public health insurance programs, for the City of New York. Applying individuals and families are approved for eligibility against applicable Federal and State guidelines. Those found to be eligible can use coverage provided to access doctors, medication and other health care services at little or no cost.

The MAP Business Solutions and Support (BSS) unit engages in a diverse range of operational and policy-oriented research, analysis and reporting on behalf of the Medical Assistance Program (MAP) with continuing related activities with the Home Care Services Program.

The Medial Assistance Program (MAP), Is Recruiting For One (1) Associate Staff Analyst, To Function As a Research Analyst For MAP's Business Solutions And Support (BSS) Unit, Who Will

• Coordinate and conduct research and analysis of MAP projects to assess conformance to goals and expectations. Provide input relating to the development and operation of all units to increase effectiveness. Prepare statistical and analytical reports to assist in the completion of managerial reports and to assess processes as requested by management.
• Develop indicators and designs, implement and maintain recurring reports to monitor, track and analyze MAP programs and projects and to assess the impact of various State and City initiatives.
• Conduct quantitative analysis of data culled from original research, program area records and reports, Internet searches, external databases and resources and the HRA's Enterprise Data Warehouse, consumer surveys, focus groups, and best practices literature review, to clarify the impact of current, newly proposed, instituted or updated policies, procedures or budgets and their relationship to MAP provided services.
• Review reports from all MAP divisions and various computer databases with Agency heads, managers, other HRA agencies and affiliates, to ensure that the appropriate information is being collected and reported.
• Clarify and support agency goals and improvement projects, to achieve optimal programmatic efficiency.
• Maintain liaison with MAP programs and other agencies both internal and external to HRA to facilitate cooperation and coordination on matters related to MAP operation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Deputy Director or Director of Business Solution and Support.

Hours / Schedule : 9 am – 5 pm (FLEX)

Salary Range : $79,473 - $91,394.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Skills

Computer skills preferred with a proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness : As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

Residency Requirement : New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.

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