What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAS Programming Analyst II position at Jobs via Dice?
Summary
Description
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!
Position Purpose:
As a member of our Statistical Research team, you will develop comprehensive reports and analyzes data in order to identify patterns and trends. Your analytical skills will be used to assist in creating materials that aid in illustrating analytical/data findings. You will also assist with sophisticated data interpretation, compilation, and verification to guide departmental efforts.
Here is your opportunity to apply your customer service, organizational and analytical skills; demonstrate your comprehensive knowledge of mathematical or statistical concepts, as well as your ability to use complex mathematical calculations.
Logistics: BlueCross and BlueShield of South Carolina
Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. Core hours begin at 7:30 AM, and the role requires an eight-hour shift that includes 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This role is located at 4101 Percival Road Columbia SC 29219 and provides a typical office work environment.
What You'll Do:
We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.
What to Expect Next:
After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email or call , ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here's more information .
Some states have required notifications. Here's more information .
Description
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!
Position Purpose:
As a member of our Statistical Research team, you will develop comprehensive reports and analyzes data in order to identify patterns and trends. Your analytical skills will be used to assist in creating materials that aid in illustrating analytical/data findings. You will also assist with sophisticated data interpretation, compilation, and verification to guide departmental efforts.
Here is your opportunity to apply your customer service, organizational and analytical skills; demonstrate your comprehensive knowledge of mathematical or statistical concepts, as well as your ability to use complex mathematical calculations.
Logistics: BlueCross and BlueShield of South Carolina
Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. Core hours begin at 7:30 AM, and the role requires an eight-hour shift that includes 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This role is located at 4101 Percival Road Columbia SC 29219 and provides a typical office work environment.
What You'll Do:
- Design, code, maintain and executes simple to complex database programs for the extraction and presentation of data for standard and ad hoc reporting.
- Assist with development of complex statistical analysis, including standard reporting, AD HOC reporting, and data mining tools.
- Provide assistance in development of project plans and system life cycle maintenance, development of change requests and test plans impacting existing databases, and in the research of new sources for data.
- Verify data in existing databases and assists in the collection of data and management of existing databases.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree Statistics/Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or another job-related field.
- 2 Years statistical programming or statistical interpretation.
- Good organizational, customer service, and analytical skills
- Ability to use complex mathematical calculations
- Demonstrated knowledge of mathematical or statistical concepts
- Relevant computer programming skills
- Two years of experience with statistical reporting practices.
- Two years relational database experience (may be concurrent)
- Experience with SAS, SQL, Python, PowerShell, and/or Tableau.
- Experience with medical/insurance claims data.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- This role is heavily reporting focused.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn
- Nine paid holidays
- On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
- Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
- Tuition assistance
- Service recognition
We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.
What to Expect Next:
After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email or call , ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here's more information .
Some states have required notifications. Here's more information .