Data Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)

Initial Posting Date: 07/30/2026 Application Deadline: 08/12/2026 Agency: Department of Consumer & Business Services Salary Range: $6,276 - $9,644 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Data Analyst (Operations & Policy Analyst 3) Job Description: Our mission... To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate. The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses. This position is with the Division of Financial Regulation (DFR). DFR’s mission supports that of the department by protecting Oregonians’ access to fair products and services through education, regulation, and consumer assistance. The division is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of financial institutions, the availability and affordability of financial products, and the fair treatment of consumers. Functions include licensing, regulating, and monitoring the conduct of banks, credit unions, financial services providers, health care service contractors, insurance companies, and licensed or registered agents of such entities. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). Recruitment Timeline : *These dates are approximate and are subject to change. * Recruitment closes: August 12, 2026 1st round interviews: week of August 17, 2026 2nd round interviews: week of August 31, 2026 Anticipated start date: October 1, 2026 What’s in it for you: Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment Colleagues who are passionate about public service Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required. Here’s what you will do: As a Data Analyst, you will serve as a technical resource for the Division of Financial Regulation for internal procedures and working with outside entities. Duties include: Conducting comprehensive studies of insurance and financial industry data, systems, processes, and business requirements to evaluate, identify and recommend process improvements that effectively reduce costs, ensure compliance, and improve service delivery Managing and examining report filings Ensuring timely and complete filing of all companies Working with companies to help gain compliance with state and federal laws Providing technical and analytical support to health insurance compliance staff For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description . Here’s what you need to qualify: Minimum Qualifications : A bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work OR Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work Requested Skills : Expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data connections, charts, conditional formatting) Advanced proficiency with database reporting, query writing, SAS, SQL, and data warehousing Effective business and technical requirements gathering/documentation skills Effective skills in business rule writing Experience with Power BI Strong understanding of statistical methods and applied analytics Competence in data visualization best practices and storytelling with data Understanding of data governance, data quality, and metadata management Strong communication skills for translating technical analysis into actionable insights Subject matter knowledge of the insurance industry Experience working with health insurance claims database systems Experience with mental health parity and health insurance network adequacy Proficiency in R for statistical analysis, visualization, and reporting Experience with ArcGIS (or other GIS platforms) for spatial data analysis and mapping Strong Python skills for data manipulation, automation, and analytics workflows Application information: A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting . Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application . Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications and requested skills listed above and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered. You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process. Additional information: Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, an employee pay assessment will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The assessment will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range. The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment, the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay. This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. This information may be required after the interview process, depending on the requirements of the position. Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers . NOTE: If claiming preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks in the “My Tasks” section at the top of the Candidate Home page. We hire preferred workers! For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program . The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Helpful links and contact information: Learn more about DCBS DCBS Career Fairs and Workshops Understanding the State Application Process Help and Support webpage For more information you may contact us by e-mail at [email protected] . DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. For more information, please visit our diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging webpage .