Data Analyst I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

3d

About The Position

The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Data Analyst I for Quality Management. The ideal candidate will analyze policy, and financial and operational data from a wide range of data sets to produce informed operational and policy decisions. They will foster data integrity, promote transparency, and compile and communicate analyses and findings to non-technical leadership to minimize anecdotal responses in favor of data-driven solutions.
DTA attracts people passionate about public service, who love to work in a fast-paced environment, and who are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Knowledge of and ability to perform data analysis and apply query design principles, data visualization, and/or statistical analysis using statistical techniques.
• Knowledge of data analytics and business intelligence techniques and technical tools to source, organize, and manipulate data to drive decisions and provide insights.
• Ability to problem solve, use deductive and inductive reasoning, and apply critical thinking skills to complex matters.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to use data analysis and business intelligence to interpret trends to support organizational activity.
• Ability to prepare recommendations, reports and revisions based on business data analytics.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with colleagues, superiors, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the methods and principles of statistical report writing and documentation.
• Knowledge of project management and business planning.
• Ability to adapt to new tools and concepts in the field of Data Analytics.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• At least two years of full-time or equivalent part-time professional or technical experience performing related duties that include business data recovery, analysis, query design, reporting and statistical analysis; or any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of agency programs, policies, and business processes.
• Proficiency with agency-specific data systems.
• Advanced reporting and dashboard development techniques.
• Understanding of state and federal reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Intake requests for information and collaborate with requesters to determine business objective or problem statement.
• In collaboration with requesters, decide what, how much, and with whom, data should be shared.
• Develop reports and queries to extract data from various data warehouses and other sources using SQL, API, etc.
• Analyze data to identify patterns and trends in data sets using statistical or other techniques.
• Verify data for accuracy by conducting code walk-throughs, reviewing data patterns, reports, and performance indicators to locate and correct code and process problems, or inaccuracies in raw source data.
• Test and validate solution requests prior to implementation.
• Generate reports, visuals, and presentations.
• As needed, conduct advanced predictive analytics, forecast modeling, and cost-effectiveness analysis to support business decisions across the agency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• An outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• A work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level