Business Intelligence Analyst I

Port of Seattle • SeaTac, WA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Business Intelligence (BI) analyst, you will be responsible for managing concurrent analytical projects. You will also be involved in project work with Port-wide reach that requires some consultation with organizational and functional departments, and you will translate simple requirements into analytical applications and solutions that inform business cases, with significant cost and process savings and contribute directly to the success of department business plans and key enterprise strategic goals. You will design, develop, and maintain basic to intermediate BI solutions using technologies such as Tableau, Excel, and Alteryx. You will function as a technical resource for reporting and analytical projects, be familiar with data sources used in day-to-day operations, and respond quickly to ad hoc problems. You will provide advice for analytics projects, including utilizing best practices for the design and development of analytical solutions and data visualizations, as well as reviewing and contributing to technical documentation to ensure accurate development of reporting solutions. You will assist in managing the Tableau Cloud environment including data sources, security, and subscriptions. You will bring data to life using storytelling and advanced data visualization techniques. You will also use data visualization tools to communicate actionable insights across multiple data sources. You will actively participate in the business intelligence community by preparing materials for presentations at local conferences as well as attending conferences and training to bring fresh ideas to the organization. You will continuously maintain an understanding of Business Intelligence technology, architecture, methodologies, and best practices and build additional BI capability through training programs and one-on-one assistance. Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here. Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic development and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.

Requirements

• Six (6) months of entry-level experience in data analysis and working with large data sets.
• Using SQL and data visualization tools such as Tableau.
• Using ETL tool like Alteryx, and/or with data modeling and data warehousing concepts.
• This may include internship experience.
• Apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.
• Analyze complex datasets using statistical methods and BI tools.
• Create effective data visualizations.
• Strong SQL skills to extract and manipulate data.
• Experience with data modeling and data warehousing.
• Understanding business processes.
• Basic knowledge of relational database design and research methods.
• Strong communication skills to present findings to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Think critically and solve problems using data-driven insights.
• Pay attention to details and ensure data accuracy.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or above in computer science, math, information technology, and/or information security.

Responsibilities

• Managing concurrent analytical projects.
• Involved in project work with Port-wide reach that requires some consultation with organizational and functional departments.
• Translate simple requirements into analytical applications and solutions that inform business cases, with significant cost and process savings and contribute directly to the success of department business plans and key enterprise strategic goals.
• Design, develop, and maintain basic to intermediate BI solutions using technologies such as Tableau, Excel, and Alteryx.
• Function as a technical resource for reporting and analytical projects.
• Be familiar with data sources used in day-to-day operations, and respond quickly to ad hoc problems.
• Provide advice for analytics projects, including utilizing best practices for the design and development of analytical solutions and data visualizations.
• Reviewing and contributing to technical documentation to ensure accurate development of reporting solutions.
• Assist in managing the Tableau Cloud environment including data sources, security, and subscriptions.
• Bring data to life using storytelling and advanced data visualization techniques.
• Use data visualization tools to communicate actionable insights across multiple data sources.
• Actively participate in the business intelligence community by preparing materials for presentations at local conferences as well as attending conferences and training to bring fresh ideas to the organization.
• Continuously maintain an understanding of Business Intelligence technology, architecture, methodologies, and best practices.
• Build additional BI capability through training programs and one-on-one assistance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card.
• Alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree