About Us:

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

• Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.
• Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.
• Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.
• Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.
• Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.
  

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office Data & Integrated Systems

Bureau Strategic & Performance Analytics

Classification Data Scientist Supervisor (PN 20102048)

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking an experienced data analytics and science professional to lead our enterprise dashboarding and data visualization initiatives. This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by advancing data visualization, optimizing dashboard performance, and informing the health care of millions of Ohioans. The position oversees the Dashboard Operations Team and guides contractor resources to deliver high‑quality visualization products across the agency. As a Data Scientist Supervisor, your responsibilities will include:

• Serving as the organization’s data visualization subject matter expert (SME).
• Overseeing the development of interactive Medicaid dashboards that support program operations, policy monitoring, and transparency for constituents.
• Creating an agile dashboard development framework, overseeing Tableau cloud migration initiatives, and providing analytics governance recommendations.
• Collaborating with the Business Intelligence Team to develop WCAG 2.1 AA+ compliant public-facing dashboards, including the creation of enhanced desk aides and best-in-class tutorials.
• Integrating advanced Graphic Information System (GIS), geospatial methodologies, and statistical techniques into dashboards to deliver timely, data-driven insights.
• Coordinating with contractors and vendors to scale dashboard production, improve user experience, and implement intuitive design and functionality.

• Providing supervision, coaching, and professional development to staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.

The preferred candidate will have experience using large relational databases and data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau and GIS), familiarity with cloud solutions, and have strong communication skills. They will have a passion for managing, coaching, and developing staff members as well as the ability to be self-directed in a fast-paced environment.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS)& Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

72 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

-Or completion of associate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field; 54 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field; 48 mos. exp. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods. 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

-Completion of graduate core program in data analytics, computer science, information systems, computer engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or related field; 36 mos. exp. or trg. in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or management principles & techniques.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skill: Data Analytics

Technical Skills: Data Visualization

Professional Skills: Coaching, Collaboration, Leading Others, Analyzation

The Ohio Department of Medicaid does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

Compensation is as listed on the posting unless required by legislation or union contract.

This position is overtime exempt.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Resumes and/or attachments are not reviewed. Therefore, please provide detail in the work experience section of your application.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.