Statistics and Research Manager

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

About The Position

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team! Our team operates in a highly customer centric environment, consistently striving to meet and exceed the needs and expectations of those we support. We value collaboration and work seamlessly together in a team-oriented setting where open communication and partnership drive results. Adaptability is one of our core strengths—we pivot quickly when priorities shift, ensuring we remain responsive, effective, and aligned with organizational goals. Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future. Work Environment: Typical office environment. Travel between office buildings. Some out of town travel. Position Purpose: Responsible for the management and daily operations of the technical staff responsible for devising logical, automated statistical analysis programs and procedures. Additionally, the position manages various data file types and ensures full compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information throughout all stages of data handling.

Requirements

Bachelor's in a job-related field to include 9 semester hours of statistics.
5 Years Statistical programming.
5 Years statistical interpretation.
1 Year Statistical research design.
1 Year Supervisory experience OR equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above. (all may be concurrent.)
Extensive knowledge of statistical concepts.
Strong knowledge of multiple platform capabilities and relational database concepts.
Excellent communication skills.
Previous experience with technical writing, system testing, and creating system logic.
Microsoft Office.
Computer programming skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong PC SAS experience.
Confidence and proficiency in public speaking.

Responsibilities

Manages the activities of research and analysis staff responsible for complex statistical analysis programming and sophisticated data interpretation to support customer requirements.
Maintains effective communication necessary to provide statistical programming and research and analysis support to customers.
Develops and maintains management controls to ensure internal/external requirements are met.
Reviews and approves simple and complex statistical analysis, including standard reporting, AD HOC reporting, and data mining.
Manages staff responsible for performing quality checks on new and existing database tables.
Oversees and provides approval for changes to database tables, including development of new data analysis tools, project planning, and system lifecycle maintenance.
Reviews monthly budget report(s).
Reviews all budget requests prior to director approval.
Provides justification for budget variances.
Recruits staff, administers salary and personnel policies, completes performance reviews, and ensures staff training needs are met.