OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY Office of the Economic Opportunity Mission: Strengthen Arizona’s workforce and economy. The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) coordinates workforce development strategy and evaluation, monitors the state's tax and regulatory competitiveness, and produces labor market, economic and demographic research and analysis. OEO is also home to the Arizona Finance Authority, which offers innovative, responsible, and sustainable financing solutions for public and private borrowers. SENIOR RESEARCH ANALYST Job Location: 1400 West Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details: Salary: $65,968 - $90,000 Grade: 26 Closing Date: Open until business needs are met Job Summary: The Senior Research Analyst serves as the analytic lead and data governance authority for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) within the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity’s Integrated Data System (IDS). This position will oversee other analysts to conduct longitudinal workforce analyses linking education, licensure, and wage data to evaluate rural healthcare training pathways, employment outcomes, retention, and wage progression. Reports to the Longitudinal Data System Director. The position is grant-funded and employment is contingent upon the availability of funding. Arizona’s Rural Health Transformation Program is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as a part of a financial assistance award totaling $166,988,955.92 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance. Job Duties: • Lead longitudinal analyses of education-to-employment pathways using linked education, licensure, and unemployment insurance wage records. Apply statistical and geospatial analyses to measure outcomes including training completion, credential attainment, rural employment placement, workforce distribution, retention, and wage progression to communicate workforce disparities and regional supply gaps. • Coordinate with agency legal counsel and IDS governance bodies to ensure compliance with state statutes, federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA where applicable), and privacy standards. • Partner with the IDS Director and Principal Data Engineer to expand integrated datasets within the IDS, including geographic indicators, rural designations, and regional workforce markers. • Design and oversee production of dashboards and analytic products focused on rural health workforce supply, training pathways, and regional disparities. • Support legislative reporting, federal grant performance reporting, and public-facing communication. • Oversee validation of integrated datasets prior to analytic use. • Lead disclosure avoidance reviews prior to publication or data release. • Other duties as assigned as related to the position Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: • Analytic thinking, including ability to apply standard research methodologies, applied statistics, and use of data manipulation techniques • Google Cloud Platform and products • Workforce programs • Minimum of three years experience performing analytic work. Skill in: • Excellent data analysis and visualization skills • Strong problem solving skills. Excellent written and oral communication. Ability to: • Collaborate with others, present complex analytic concepts and findings to diverse stakeholders • Can expertly use data analysis and management software such as Python, R, or SAS • Write articles and make presentations • Work under pressure and meet deadlines Selective Preference(s): • Master's degree in a quantitative discipline • Extensive experience with stakeholder engagement • Strong research and analysis skills Pre-Employment Requirements: If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: • Sick leave • Retirement plan • Health and dental insurance • Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance • Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance • For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: • Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). *NOTE - Enrollment eligibility in ASRS will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Contact Us: • If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mariem Ly at mariem.ly@oeo.az.gov

Role Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Data Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will collect, process, and analyze large datasets to help drive strategic business decisions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate data into actionable insights. - Collect, clean, and validate data from multiple sources. - Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights. - Prepare dashboards, reports, and visualizations using tools like Excel, Power BI, or Tableau. - Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data needs and provide data-driven solutions. - Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and suggest improvements. - Support data migration, transformation, and modeling efforts. - Communicate findings through presentations and reports. Qualifications - Strong knowledge of Excel, SQL, and data querying tools. - Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Looker. - Familiarity with Python or R for data analysis is a plus. - Understanding of data cleaning, normalization, and ETL processes. - Good analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. Requirements - Experience with large datasets or cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS, Google BigQuery). - Basic understanding of statistics and A/B testing. - Exposure to business intelligence (BI) tools and dashboards.

• Design and develop instructional materials, including written assets, step-by-step walkthroughs, and recorded video demos • Review task scenarios for authenticity and accuracy, ensuring they reflect real-world analyst practice — including the messy, ambiguous version of the job, not an idealized one • Identify opportunities where AI tools enhance analyst workflows, distinguishing between new capabilities (Feature: something that couldn't be done before) and efficiency gains (Efficiency: doing something faster or with fewer resources) • Assess skills alignment — evaluating whether course content covers what learners genuinely need to complete each task, and flagging anything missing, missequenced, or tangential • Record and edit instructional videos and software demo walkthroughs; deliver publish-ready video files per format and quality specifications

• Provide strategic financial, business, and data analysis support to the Enterprise Programs and Platforms team. • Partner directly with Program Leads, Project Managers, and other PFMs to manage financial planning, provide portfolio visibility, and support data-informed decision-making. • Serve as a key financial analyst supporting Enterprise Programs and Platforms. • Ensure consistent financial oversight across strategic initiatives. • Partner with stakeholders to align on financial reporting, forecasting cycles, budgeting processes, and cost control standards. • Manage and track program budgets, forecasts, actuals, accruals, and financial performance at the program and portfolio levels. • Conduct financial data analysis to evaluate budget variance, trends, and funding risks, and synthesize findings into actionable insights. • Support operational metrics and reporting for strategic initiatives. • Support business analysis and project management activities for small to medium-scale projects by gathering requirements, documenting workflows, and identifying financial and operational impacts. • Contribute to program health assessments by integrating financial data with project delivery metrics. • Develop and maintain reporting dashboards using tools like Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or equivalent platforms to provide visibility across project status, financial health, and key performance indicators. • Participate in monthly and quarterly financial close, budgeting, and resource planning processes in collaboration with Finance and Procurement. • Ensure adherence to financial governance practices, cost standards, and investment oversight processes. • Support light project management tasks, including milestone tracking, risk management coordination, and stakeholder engagement. • Facilitate status reporting and coordination across programs, portfolios, and financial stakeholders. • Assist in ad hoc analyses, scenario modeling, and business case development for proposed initiatives or changes.