Database Specialist

$61,294 - $70,972/Yr

State of North Carolina

Full-time - Entry Level

1-10 employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Database Specialist will manage the child fatality database, specifically the National Fatality Review Case Reporting System (NFR-CRS), which local teams are required to use starting July 1, 2025. This role involves collaboration with various entities to ensure data-informed efforts to prevent child fatalities, including training local teams, ensuring data quality, and managing a centralized data system for analysis and reporting. The position is integral to the Office on Child Fatality Prevention, focusing on data collection methods to inform prevention efforts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the child fatality database, NFR-CRS, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
• Develop and administer training for local teams on the use of NFR-CRS.
• Ensure quality and completeness of data collection and monitor input into NFR-CRS.
• Assist in data entry and preparation for local team reviews.
• Conduct data analyses and create visualizations for reports and publications.
• Respond to stakeholder requests and develop partnerships for data maximization.
• Coordinate with local teams and other partners to track implementation of recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• Two years of related experience in data collection, quality, and analysis.
• Experience with statistical programs such as Excel, SAS, or SPSS.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in public health data management.
• Familiarity with child fatality prevention systems.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan (401k)
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling options