Job Description

• Support data validation and evaluation of reporting methodologies to improve accuracy for large data sets.
• Improve data review and identification of roadway incidents, including motor vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian crashes. Develop new definitions related to classifying alternative modes of transport such as e-bikes, mopeds, and scooters. Refine automated detection of possible motor vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents.
• Work with Boston EMS’ Data Analyst and EMT reviewers to implement changes to manual data collection methods.
• Possibility of performing original research in conjunction and as approved by members of Boston EMS.
• Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.

Qualifications

• Data analysis tools: Proficiency with Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data cleaning.
• Statistical software or programming: Basic knowledge of SQL, Python, or R for querying and analyzing data.
• Data visualization: Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools to create clear, interpretable visualizations.
• Database concepts: Understanding how data is stored, structured, and retrieved.
• Quality assurance: Ability to validate, clean, and verify datasets for accuracy and completeness.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing racism, the social determinants of health, and inequities in health outcomes as well as strategies to advance racial justice and health equity.
• Commitment to health equity and racial/social justice issues.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.

Additional Information

• City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
• A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
• Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
• Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
• The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
• Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
• The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.

Shift

Flexible 10 hours spread across two or more days, within a Monday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM time frame.

Pay Range

$20 - $30 an hour