Data Analyst

American Agency • Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

The Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, cleansing, and interpreting information from complex, large-scale data sets to deliver actionable insights that support business strategy and improve decision-making, efficiency, and profitability. This role involves gathering data from various sources, performing statistical analysis, creating reports and dashboards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide meaningful recommendations. The Data Analyst also develops deep knowledge of the business and industry to enhance data analysis and predictive modeling capabilities that drive strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Must exhibit a bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology or Information Systems, or an equivalent degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Proof of degree required. A transcript or diploma would be acceptable and must be provided.
• Must exhibit proficient knowledge of statistical methods and tools.
• Must exhibit proficient knowledge of databases, data warehouse, data lakes, extracting data using queries, and Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes.
• Must exhibit excellent reasoning and analytical skills for identifying and resolving problems.
• Must exhibit exceptional technical writing skills.
• Must exhibit excellent attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Must exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills with all levels of the Company (i.e., excellent command of grammar and spelling). Must exhibit the ability to communicate in a courteous, polite, and effective manner, both verbally and in written format.
• Must exhibit excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with persons of different socio-economic, cultural, and educational backgrounds. Must exhibit the ability to cooperate well with other individuals and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to work extra hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required to fulfill job duties.
• Must exhibit a working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Must possess a valid state issued driver's license.
• Must exhibit the ability to develop and maintain professional reports, dashboards, and visualization using various platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Exhibit a master's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or similar. Proof of degree required. A transcript or diploma would be acceptable and must be provided.
• Exhibit experience in statistical analysis, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
• Prior experience with programming languages, such as R, Python, SAS, Java, C++, Excel/VBA.
• Prior experience with distributed data/computing tools, such as MapReduce, Hadoop, Hive, Kafka, and MySQL.
• Prior experience with cloud-based platforms, such as AWS, Databricks, Fabric, MongoDB, and Snowflake.
• Prior experience with business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Must exhibit previous work experience in statistical analysis, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan
• Profit Sharing Bonus Plan
• Eagan Center for Wellness
• Medical, Dental and Supplemental Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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