Title: District IT Analyst
State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist I
Hiring Range: $54,505 - $61,027.50
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: PENINSULA HQ
Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/hampton-peninsula/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. The VDH is made up of a statewide Central Office in Richmond and 32 local health districts. These entities work together to promote healthy lifestyle choices that can combat chronic disease, educate the public about emergency preparedness and threats to their health, and track disease outbreaks in Virginia.
As part of the Virginia Department of Health, the Hampton, and Peninsula Health Districts (HPHD) are two health districts serving the residents of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Williamsburg, and the Counties of James City, and Yorktown.
The Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts are focused on four key pillars to create a sustainable and engaged workforce:
1. Workforce Development and Training
2. Culture and Climate
3. Community Engagement and Partnerships
4. Communication and Openness
Through these pillars, we aim to achieve our mission of becoming the healthiest districts in the state and better serve our communities. Apply and join the Virginia Department of Health's efforts to become the healthiest state in the nation.
Do you want to utilize your IT Skills to improve systems, while creating a community impact?
If so, then the Peninsula Districts Health Department is looking for you to fill the District IT Analyst role! The District IT Analyst will show expertise in Information Technology and equipment. This position will assist in keeping our districts tech running smoothly by supporting applications and equipment that fall outside of OIM and VITA/NG. The successful candidate will be the main point of contact for those partners mentioned, while also being the point of contact assisting staff with key systems, training, and everyday technical needs for the Hampton and Peninsula District.
The District IT Analyst provides applications and technical support that is out-of-scope and not provided by OIM and VITA/NG in a health district. Serves as the district point of contact with OIM and VITA/NG. Supports and serves as subject matter expert for applications such as WebVision, WICNet, VENIS, F&A, etc. Provides user training as necessary. May serve as District Information Security Officer. Conducts inventory of technology equipment and supports equipment deemed out of scope of VITA/NG to include audio visual, telecommunications, and standalone printers. Works with the internet website. Provides data analytics, reporting, GIS coding and mapping as well as development of internal databases and spreadsheets using tools such as Excel, Access, etc. May utilize the OIM Data Warehouse.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
Minimum Qualifications
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse staff to implement change; work independently, with minimal supervision, to follow through on assignments and responsibilities
• A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency
• Knowledge in information systems management and strong understanding of network topology with an emphasis on SQL report writing tools, data security and user access controls
• Understanding of MS Office Suites including MS Access databases; strong understanding of Microsoft operating systems and client/server architecture to support agency application troubleshooting techniques, ability to use GIS software for data mapping; ability to understand network techniques and telecommunications systems to support application data sharing internally and externally with state and local government contacts; ability to coordinate and implement new data collection techniques; ability to install and support local agency software and printers that are out of scope to VITA; provide webmaster and system analysis support; ability to work with and train end users in agency applications; ability to analyze district’s existing service delivery systems and evaluate impacts of new information system technology
Additional Considerations
• Knowledge of public and/or business administration, statistics and research methodology and processes relating to information technology
• Work experience in a health care setting with multi-disciplinary staff
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information
Name: HPHD Human Resources
Phone: 757.594.8045
Email: HPHD.HR@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.