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Research Analyst, PHIEA (Business Analyst)

Salary

$70,005.00 - $100,186.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-25388

Department

Insurance Department

Division

IN PHIEA

Opening Date

05/12/2025

Closing Date

5/26/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

U3413

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

A3

Pay Group

XH44

Bureau / Division Code

00091010

Bureau / Division

PA Health Insurance Exchange Authority

Worksite Address

Bowman Tower, Floor 3

Worksite Address

312-318 Market Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17101

Contact Name

Pennie HR Office

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

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THE POSITION

Are you passionate about healthcare policies and driven by data? If so, consider joining our team at Pennie, Pennsylvania's state-based health insurance marketplace, as a Research Analyst. This position gives you the opportunity to utilize your specialized skill as you play a crucial role in shaping healthcare accessibility for our residents. Apply today to become a member of our team that is dedicated to providing affordable, high quality health insurance plans to Pennsylvanians!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Research Analyst, you will be at the forefront of investigating and analyzing healthcare trends, policy innovations, and marketplace dynamics. Under the direction of the Director of Strategic Planning and Partnerships, you will transform complex data into actionable insights that drive organizational strategy and improve healthcare access for Pennsylvanians.

Your responsibilities will include leading independent research projects on healthcare market trends, population demographics, and ACA policy innovations. Through a variety of methods, you will conduct research while collaborating with diverse stakeholders throughout the organization. A key aspect of your role will be creating compelling data visualizations and comprehensive reports that tell the story behind the numbers. You will have opportunities to present findings to senior leadership and external partners, while also supporting cross-organizational strategic initiatives. Additionally, you will maintain research repositories, manage project tracking systems, and prepare materials for Pennie's Board of Directors and Advisory Council.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

+ Periodic travel in and out of Pennsylvania may be required.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $70,005.00 (before taxes).

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

+ Two years of experience conducting rigorous policy and market research for the planning of organizational strategic policies or initiatives;and

+ Two years of experience using methodologically sound data analysis and producing data visualizations and research reports for executive leadership;and

+ A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Policy, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field (or equivalent education and experience).

Additional Requirements:

+ You must reside in or be willing to relocate to Pennsylvania and maintain residency for the entirety of your employment with the agency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

+ Experience with public health and health insurance research

+ Experience with software for surveys and data visualizations

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education)

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess two or more years of full-time experience conducting rigorous policy and market research for the planning of organizational strategic policies or initiatives?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess two or more years of full-time experience using methodologically sound data analysis and producing data visualizations and research reports for executive leadership?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Do you possess a conferred bachelor’s degree in business administration, health policy, mathematics, statistics, or a related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer “Yes” to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org (”www.naces.org”target=_blank”) and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ Yes

+ No

06

How many years of full-time technical/paraprofessional experience in areas related to business administration, health policy, mathematics, statistics, or a related field do you possess?

+ 4 years or more

+ 3 but less than 4 years

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

07

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

08

Additional Requirement:Do you reside in or are you willing to relocate to Pennsylvania and maintain residency for the entirety of your employment with the agency?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Preferred Qualification:Do you have experience with public health and health insurance research?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

11

Preferred Qualification:Do you have experience with software for surveys and data visualizations?

+ Yes

+ No

12

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov