DIRECTOR OF DATA ARCHITECTURE & ANALYTICS

DIRECTOR OF DATA ARCHITECTURE & ANALYTICS

Salary

$51.63 - $65.05 Hourly

Location

Muskegon, MI

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-02789

Department

HealthWest

Opening Date

10/06/2026

Closing Date

10/20/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

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Description of Work

The Director of Data Architecture & Analytics, under the general direction of the HealthWest Chief Information Officer,

implements and supervises data analytics and data reporting services for HealthWest. This employee assesses current HealthWest data analytics and reporting processes, implementing improvements where necessary. The Director of Data Architecture & Analytics supervises technical employees; communicates with HealthWest supervisors, managers and leadership, and regional and state entities to assist in defining data requirements; leads workgroups; provides overall leadership for the Data Analytics department by ensuring all stakeholders have the information needed to monitor and measure performance, improve clinical care and organizational operations, and make strategic, data-driven decisions; and performs related duties and responsibilities as required. A successful Director of Data Architecture & Analytics will possess a blend of technical and business operations skills and experience, clear written and verbal communication skills to communicate technical subjects in an understandable manner, the capacity to problem solve, and the ability to apply continuous improvement practices. The contributions of the Director of Data Architecture and Analytics will support HealthWest's efforts to promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement; fulfill the organization's mission of addressing the needs of our community; increase the effectiveness, satisfaction and value of services; measure and improve performance; solve problems; and improve outcomes.

Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications

1. Masters degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Business, Research/Evaluation, Data Science, Healthcare Informatics, or related technology and/or data field AND three (3) years of work experience in a related field;

OR

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Business, Research/Evaluation, Data Science, Healthcare Informatics, or related technology and/or data field AND five (5) years of combined work experience in a related field between internship(s) and employment;

2. Possess a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Michigan Driver License within 30 days of employment.

3. Must have reliable transportation that may have to be used to carry out job duties of this classification.

Preferred but not Required

1. Work experience in the health and human services fields preferred.

2. Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.

3. Individuals in Recovery and individuals with experience in Armed Services valued.

NOTE: The recruitment for this position utilizes assessment(s) in order to match candidate foundational competencies, personality, and job fit to those required for the position.

Physical Conditions / Work Location

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

An employee in this class performs activities requiring the occasional lifting of objects weighing thirty-five (35) pounds or less and physical activity related to the performing of job duties.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

An employee in this class performs generally sedentary work activities in an office setting.

Additional Information

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/muskegon/classspecs?keywords=XF305

EVALUATION CONTENT

Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant's employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT

RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE

Non-Bargaining new hires have the option of either a County contribution to the Health Savings Account (outlined below) OR a 3% County contribution to the Lincoln Financial (457b) plan.

CONTRACT SECTION

BENEFIT

Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan 1

Single Plan: $2,500 Deductible, $1,250 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $4,000. 2 People/Family: $5,000 Deductible, $2,500 HSA Employer Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $8,000, Co-insurance - 10%

Employer Contributions are prorated based on start date of benefits

No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay

Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)

Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan 2

Single Plan: $1,650 Deductible, $800 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $2,250. 2 People/Family: $3,300 Deductible, $1,600 Employer HSA Contribution, Out of Pocket Max $4,500

Employer Contributions are prorated based on start date of benefits

Monthly Employee Premium: Single-$161.58, 2 person- $387.80, Family- $484.76

Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80 (After deductible)

High Deductible Plan (HD) * This plan is only optional if the employee is not eligible for the HSA, Single Plan: $750 Deductible, 2 People/Family: $1,500 Deductible, No Employee Premium Contributions Per Pay

Prescription Drugs: $10/$40/$80

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Lincoln Financial 457b

In lieu of employer HSA contribution you may be eligible for an employer contribution of 3% into the Lincoln Financial 457b plan

Dental Insurance

15% employee premium contribution

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Vision Insurance

15% employee premium contribution

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Benefit Option

In lieu of medical coverage you may be eligible to receive a biweekly benefit option payment. Single: $104.16 or 2Person/Family: $187.50

Retirement

Defined Contribution (DC) Plan through MERS of Michigan with 3% employer and 4.5% employee contribution. There is a 6 year graduated vesting for the employer contribution.

Retiree Insurance

Healthcare Savings Account (HCSP) through MERS of Michigan, employer 3% contribution. Vesting requirement of 6 years.

Life Insurance and AD & D

Equal to employee annual salary to next highest $1,000. Max $200,000

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Long Term Disability

No cost to the employee, employer paid at 66 2/3% of salary after 6 month waiting period

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Sick Leave

10 days per year, accumulated .385 days. per pay period

Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available to use on the 90th day of employment.

Annual Leave

13 days, accumulated .500 days per pay period. Increasing to maximum of 24 days with 20 years of eligible County service, see Personnel Rules for accumulation chart.

Accrual begins on first day of employment and is available for use upon hire.

Sick/Annual Leave Cash Payout

Employee may elect up to 80 hours of accumulated vacation and/or sick time to be paid as cash. Future accruals only.

Personal Days

2 days per fiscal year, unused days will be forfeited

Available upon completion of six months of continuous eligible County service

Holidays

13 days

COLA/Longevity

COLA only for employees with 0-4 years of eligible service payment based on the CPI and must be in pay status as of 12/1. Payment of $600 at 5 years of continuous service as of 12/1. Each subsequent year of service will add $100 to the payment for an unlimited maximum.

Voluntary Benefits

(100% employee paid)

Short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, voluntary life insurance for self/spouse/dependents, 457 Investment options (available immediately upon hire), Section 125 (available for Health and Childcare reimbursement)

Available first of the month following one full month of continuous employment

Student Loan Forgiveness

You may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through federal programs designed for people who work in public service including Local government (Public Student Loan Forgiveness, Temporary Expanded PSLF).

• Rates and coverage are always subject to change.

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I understand that HealthWest is a Muskegon County department that is publicly funded by Michigan Medicaid. Therefore, background checks will be run prior to hire to ensure the prospective hire is not excluded from providing clinical services due to a recent felony or misdemeanor conviction.

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Employer Muskegon County

Address 1903 Marquette Avenue

Muskegon, Michigan, 49442

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Muskegon