Data Analyst, Management Data Analysis
About The Position
National Grid is hiring a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Data Analyst for our Electric Data and Systems team department in Syracuse, NY. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Information Systems, Data Sciences, or Data Analytics is preferred. Associate’s degree in a related field with similar work experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated analytical skills, problem solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Proficient with computer applications, including relational databases, spreadsheets, and other general applications.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently and effectively in a matrix environment.
- Experience working with GIS tools and spatial data systems is required: Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online are required.
- Proven experience working with diverse teams and individuals.
- Demonstrated customer service as well as verbal and written communication skills, including a proven ability to effectively communicate with peers and both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving history.
Nice To Haves
- GE Smallworld GIS and Safe FME are a plus.
- Experience working with any of the following is highly desirable: Python, Pandas, SQL, Microsoft PowerBI, JavaScript or other web development frameworks.
- Experience working with utility asset information as well as LiDAR and photogrammetry data is desirable.
- Ability to synthesize customer feedback into actionable insights and improvements.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, translating between technical teams and business stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Administer and provide end-user support for our electrical ArcGIS Online suite (IMAP): Maintain the active member directory as well as their ArcGIS Online roles. Proactively monitor the servers and systems that keep ArcGIS Online up and running. Triage and resolve technical and product questions submitted by the business and translate recurring support themes into prioritized improvement goals. Create and maintain customer-facing enablement documentation: onboarding guides, release notes, step-by-step playbooks, and responses to frequently asked questions.
- Oversee and mentor staff on data governance rules and data management best practices.
- Lead group training sessions, webinars, and 1:1 office hour meetings to accelerate adoption and showcase new features and tools.
- Perform spatial analyses using geoprocessing tools available in ArcGIS Pro and its extensions.
- Maintain an understanding of end-to-end data flows and relevant source systems as well as the data sets and associated schemas available through National Grid’s centralized data repository.
- Build relationships with stakeholders to understand business needs and success criteria.
- Collaborate with stakeholders on asset data reporting needs.
Benefits
- This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
