Job Seekers, Please send resumes to resumes@hireitpeople.com Short Description:  The Data Analytics Manager is the MMIS data interface subject matter expert supporting the transition from the legacy MMIS.
Complete Description:  Local candidates preferred but not required.Candidates should be direct to submitting vendor.  No multi-layering.
BA in Computer Science
The Data Analytics Manager is the MMIS data interface subject matter expert supporting the transition from the legacy MMIS system and providing ongoing data interface support within the new AME MMIS including maintaining MMIS system interface documentation, providing data analytics and analytical reporting support and managing technical projects as needed.  
Typical Functions•Ensures MMIS data interfaces support and adhere to MITA standards•Functions as a Business System Analyst soliciting and documenting user requirements•Owns MMIS Data Governance Works across divisions to champion MMIS Master Data Management efforts•Identifies, documents and manages Business Process Improvement efforts•Performs IT project management on projects as assigned•Ensures adherence to quality standards, and tracks and reviews project deliveries •Performs other duties as assignedKnowledge, Abilities and Skills•Knowledge of organizational and human resource management•Operational knowledge of complex IT systems computer systems including mainframe (COBOL, CICS) and relational database management systems •Knowledge of complex data base and data processing software specifically Oracle, Cognos and Tableau •Knowledge of LSS best practices•Ability to provide data analytics expertise in the   -evaluation of new data analytics tools  -coaching and training of division resources   -the use of existing tools •Ability to conduct root cause analytics and document results to determine the source of problems and recommend corrective actions •Ability to coordinate and communicate within the division and across vendors regarding change management best practices and methodologies •Ability to create, read, negotiate, and interpret vendor contracts, performance indicators and agreements •Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community •Ability to prepare and present information orally and in writing •Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and create solutions •Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form with several abstract and concrete variables 
Minimum Education and/or ExperienceThe formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field; plus ten years of related experience, including seven years of data analysis experience, seven years of project management experience, seven years SDLC experience, three years’ experience managing IT projects within a COBOL/CICS environment, five years of relational database management experience, three years of management experience and one year Arkansas state MMIS experience. 
Preferred Experience•Experience interfacing with all levels of an organization•Experience managing large IT projects using both Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies•Experience managing and negotiating relationships with a vast array of vendors and consultants•Experience conducting strategic and tactical planning and implementation of information technology solutions•Experience producing both qualitative and quantitative measures •Experience leading technology teams to develop and implement IT solutions using repeatable, best practices and standards•Data analysis tools experience including Oracle and Tableau

SkillRequired / DesiredAmountof ExperienceData AnalyticsRequired7YearsIT ManagementRequired6YearsProject ManagementRequired7YearsBusiness IntelligenceRequired4YearsCost AnalyticsRequired4YearsHealthcareRequired2YearsMedicaid ExperienceRequired1YearsSix SigmaRequired  SDLCRequired7YearsBA in Computer Science, ITRequired10Years