Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 53205

Opening Date: 02/18/2026
Closing Date: 03/03/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: STATISTICAL RESEARCH SPECIALIST III (42743)
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option:
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $5,637 - $8,026 per month ($67,644 - $96,312 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) of DHS is seeking to hire a Health Data Scientist to conduct evaluations and service research studies, modifying and adapting service delivery, data collection, and reporting methods used by DBHR staff and vendors. This position develops innovative research designs for data collection, analysis, extraction, and interpretation of information related to the implementation of programs; plans and executes research, literature reviews, and evaluation projects; makes authoritative and final technical decisions about evaluation/research design, data collection, and analysis methodologies; interprets results of statistical analysis performed on service and utilization data that involve complex and subtle interrelationships to provide sophisticated advice and recommendations based on use of statistical methodology; serves as project leader to coordinate more extensive projects and verify completion within established timeframes; and develops narrative reports to communicate results of studies and analysis performed.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a Health Data Scientist for the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division.
• Analyzes descriptive and service utilization data collected from the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery, its vendors, service providers, and individuals receiving services.
• Recommends the initiation or modification of technical or administrative policy based on the results obtained from final analysis of data and evaluation of projects and studies.
• Tests computer programs used for research and evaluation to verify results of analysis generated are valid, consistent, and reliable.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in statistics, computer science, mathematics, economics and related fields.
• Requires two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the development and application of research designs and statistical methods and techniques, preferably in the job related subject matter area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience interpreting results of the multivariate, correlational and descriptive analyses.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in the use of statistical programs such as SAS and/or Crystal Reports to run analyses and create statistical, scientific and narrative reports and narratives.
• Two (2) years of professional in the preparations of narrative and statistical reports that communicate the results of complex data analyses studies performed.
• Two (2) years of professional experience in the development and application of complex research design techniques and their application to social and economic data.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working with computer program development and the modification as well as testing and validation of computer programs.
• Two (2) years of professional experience utilizing written and verbal communication skills in a public or private organization.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch

Headquarter Location: 600 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703

Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery

Director’s Office

Operations/Business Policy and Fiscal Operations/Business Analytics/Business Analytics Data

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com