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For over a century, the Workers' Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) has been California's trusted, objective provider of actuarially based information and research, advisory pure premium rates and educational services integral to a healthy workers' compensation system. The WCIRB is a California unincorporated, private, nonprofit association comprised of all companies licensed to transact workers' compensation insurance in California. The operations of the WCIRB are funded primarily by membership fees and assessments; no state money is used to fund its operations. The WCIRB is a stable company and a proven leader in the workers’ compensation insurance industry nationwide. The WCIRB performs a number of functions to accurately measure the cost of providing workers' compensation benefits and ensure a healthy workers’ compensation system. To learn more about our company, please visit About Us | WCIRB California . The WCIRB employs approximately 175 people with the average tenure of over 10 years. We are committed to fostering a healthy, safe and diverse work environment leading to a dedicated, collaborative and innovative workforce. This is a hybrid position where approximately 40% of the work time is spent at the home office in Oakland, California. Summary The Data Analyst is responsible for 1) providing statistical programming expertise in SQL, R or Python to access, analyze and report data descriptives and analysis results under moderate supervision, 2) assisting with implementation of data analysis and research on the medical care delivery, industry classifications and other research topics in the California workers’ compensation system, and 3) development and maintenance of analytical products and reports. The Data Analyst will work on various WCIRB datasets, such as medical and indemnity transaction data, Policy and Unit Statistical Report data, Hoovers data and inspection report data. The Analyst is also expected to utilize external datasets to enhance analysis. The Data Analyst reports to Associate Director, Data Analytics. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with the implementation of medical and classification analytics projects through: Independently developing well-documented and reproducible scripts in SQL, R or Python for pulling and wrangling data for the Analyst’s own work and for the use of research staff in studies or to address ad-hoc requests. Performing accuracy and reasonableness checks to assure quality of the working dataset is appropriate to each study. Communicating clearly to research staff the rules employed to prepare the working datasets for study. Assisting with statistical analyses (e.g., hypothesis testing, regression analysis, predictive modeling) to answer key research questions. Developing data visualization to effectively highlight trends and patterns. Preparing tables and figures to present analysis results in reports and presentations. Assuring analysis results are accurate following the Data Analytics team review protocol. Providing technical and peer review of other analysts’ work. Communicating results via written and oral presentations. Develop and maintain automation of routine analysis data and reporting tasks, including annual and quarterly medical benchmarking reports. Interact and communicate with representatives of other units of the WCIRB on various analytics-related and operational projects and issues. Education, Experience, and Skill Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or above in a quantitative field such as statistics, economics, data science, computer science or other related field. A minimum of two years of SQL, R or Python programming experience in a Data Analyst or equivalent role, or through coursework. Demonstrated knowledge of the U.S. healthcare system, U.S. industry classifications or property/casualty insurance obtained through work or internship experience. Strong proficiency in data wrangling, building functions and producing data visualization in R or Python. Track record of completed analytical projects in R or Python. Experience with statistical modeling (e.g., regression analysis), text analytics, geospatial data or predictive modelling. Experience in working with relational databases, large data sets and multiple data sources. Our employees enjoy a state of the art, energy-efficient, open work environment that nurtures collaboration and creativity. Our benefits package is thoughtfully designed to ensure our team enjoys the support and perks that enhance their personal and professional lives. Our benefits include: Hybrid work environment (40% onsite, 60% remote) Medical, dental and vision benefits Competitive PTO program 401K and pension plan Annual incentive plan Social activities Community volunteer involvement Referral bonus program Please note that the WCIRB has enacted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for all employees. Proof of full vaccination or an approved exemption or deferral is required of all employees, including new hires. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acord (association For Cooperative Operations Research And Development)

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