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eCR Specialist III (Statistical Research Specialist 3)
eCR Specialist III (Statistical Research Specialist 3)the Agency • Chicago, Illinois, USA
eCR Specialist III (Statistical Research Specialist 3)

eCR Specialist III (Statistical Research Specialist 3)

the Agency • Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Job Requisition ID : 52068

Closing Date : 01 / 12 / 2026

Agency : Department of Public Health

Class Title : STAT RESEARCH SPECIALIST III - 42743

Office : Disease Control

Division : Infectious Diseases

Posting ID : / 52068

Posted : 12 / 10 / 2025 - 1 / 12 / 2026

Skill Option : None

Bilingual Option : None

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $5637 / month; Full Range $5637-$8026 / month

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Cook

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code : RC062 Technical Employees AFSCME

Merit Comp Code :

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

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the 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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a motivated individual to serve as eCR Specialist. The eCR Specialist analyzes data received via electronic case reporting (eCR) and other sources in order to evaluate data quality and find issues and reporting exceptions. Interprets findings to identify facilities not in compliance with reporting standards communicates issues to facilities and works with them to resolve problems. Provides education on electronic case reporting within and outside of the department and works with program staff to to maintain reporting specifications for reportable conditions.

Benefits Statement

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

  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas(when available and dependent upon position)
  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health life dental and vision plans.
  • Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
  • 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
  • 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
  • 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
  • 13-14 paid holidays per year
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and / or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link : Functions

  • Independently analyzes incoming disease report data such as ELR or eCR extracts and reviews report data and develops data dashboards to conduct quality assurance and to identify reporting exceptions (e.g. issues with message content or structure comparisons between original messages and what appears in surveillance systems etc.).
  • Identifies and implements procedures systems and tools to use in quality assurance procedures used for reviews of disease data using interim and more permanent tools and solutions.
  • Conducts data analyses to identify healthcare providers and organizations not reporting in compliance with standards (e.g. LOINC codes SNOMED codes the inclusion of demographic information) and work with the AIMS team and healthcare providers to gain compliance.
  • Develops data quality assessment tools protocols and resources and train other team members on how to utilize these tools.
  • Serves as working supervisor.
  • Documents and communicates identified issues succinctly and in a timely fashion escalating issues affecting test and / or case counts.
  • Produces data visualizations and written and oral reports based on data from potentially separate data resources such as the eICR Repository I-NEDSS HTML and flat files of eICR and ePR data.
  • Establishes and maintains reliable efficient and effective methods for communicating with involved partners via telephone and email.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
  • Minimum Requirements

  • 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.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) years experience working in communicable disease surveillance or response in a public health organization.
  • Two (2) years experience using public health surveillance systems and making system and program updates.
  • Two (2) years experience working with communicable disease data including data analysis and reporting and creating data visualizations.
  • Possession of a masters degree or higher in public health medicine epidemiology health informatics or a related field.
  • One (1) year of experience developing new programs designing workflows researching new initiatives implementing change and training stakeholders on new strategies.
  • About the Agency

    The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds 6 regional offices 3 laboratories and over 1200 employees IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention health promotion regulation and control of disease and injury.

    Work Hours : Monday- Friday 8 : 30am to 5 : 00pm

    Headquarter Location : 2121 W Taylor St Chicago Illinois 60612

    Work County : Cook

    Agency Contact :

    Posting Group : Health Services

    This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).

    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 homepage in the blue ribbon.

    Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the 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 click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.

    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 :

    Required Experience :

    IC

    Key Skills

    Laboratory Experience,Spss,Data Collection,Genetics,R,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Microscopy,Research Laboratory Experience,Western Blot

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 5637 - 8026

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