Data Analyst

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

11d•$5,458 - $8,352•Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation’s Delivery & Operations Division, Maintenance & Operations Branch, Fleet Services Section is hiring a Data Analyst in Salem. The role provides technical and analytical support to Fleet Services, including designing and delivering data analysis and visualization reports and presentations to inform decision-making. The analyst also communicates report findings to ODOT departments and sections and other state agencies. The position supports fleet acquisition planning, evaluates fleet lifecycle, utilization, and cost data, and helps identify equipment needs with field crews and program staff. It also manages procurement activities and vendor communications, maintains accurate fleet and financial system data, and produces reports for leadership, performance tracking, and program planning. Additional work includes electric vehicle feasibility analyses, statewide fleet acquisition and policy-compliance reporting, and improving data and system processes. The role works in a typical office environment, with hybrid work options available two to three days per week.

Requirements

Meet one of the following minimum qualification pathways: a combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification specific to data visualization; or a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, behavioral or social sciences, finance, political science, or another degree demonstrating the capacity for the relevant knowledge and skills, plus two years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work specific to data visualization.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that make complex information clear and useful for decision-making.
Experience analyzing data to identify trends, evaluate performance, and develop practical recommendations for operational planning and investment decisions.
Knowledge of or experience with business system administration, including managing user access, troubleshooting issues, maintaining system documentation, and supporting users.
Experience preparing, validating, and combining data from multiple sources to ensure accurate, consistent, and reliable reporting.
Ability to collaborate with program staff to identify reporting needs, explain findings to technical and nontechnical audiences, and develop recommendations based on analysis.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and support the biennial fleet acquisition planning process, aligning plans with operational needs and funding constraints.
Analyze fleet lifecycle, utilization, and cost data to develop replacement recommendations and optimize total cost of ownership.
Work with field crews and program staff to identify equipment needs, specifications, and operational requirements.
Initiate and manage procurement actions in compliance with statewide price agreements and agency procedures.
Communicate with vendors to track orders, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery of fleet equipment.
Maintain accurate and complete equipment records, specifications, and financial tracking in fleet management and financial management software.
Create and manage electronic specification files and ensure supporting documentation is linked and accessible for fleet assets.
Produce reports supporting leadership decision-making, performance tracking, and program planning.
Conduct electric vehicle feasibility analysis and maintain required statewide reporting related to fleet acquisitions and policy compliance.
Identify system or data issues, troubleshoot discrepancies, and develop procedures to improve consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across fleet operations.
Design and deliver data analysis and visualization reports and informative presentations, and communicate findings to ODOT departments, sections, and other state agencies.