Data Analytics Specialist

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a Data Analytics Specialist to turn data into meaningful insights that guide program decisions, improve service delivery, and strengthen vocational rehabilitation (VR) programs. The role supports OOD’s mission of empowering Ohioans with disabilities through services that promote employment and independence, and works with staff and partners across the organization in a public-service environment.

The position develops automated reporting solutions and dashboards; validates calculations and data outputs; troubleshoots reporting issues; and maintains recurring reports and workflows for compliance monitoring, performance measurement, and VR operations. It also processes data requests, prepares approved data for release, supports interagency data-sharing efforts, and maintains reporting resources for cooperative program reporting.

The specialist documents reporting standards, manages VR data definitions and metadata, and provides training, guidance, and technical assistance to staff. The job is classified, permanent, and full-time, with work hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Roles are primarily in-office, though on-site requirements may vary by location. Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The position is available at multiple locations across Ohio.

Requirements

• At least 48 months of experience in data analytics, statistical analysis, or research methods; OR an associate core program in data analytics, applied mathematics, statistics, industrial/systems engineering, or a related field and 30 months of relevant experience; OR an undergraduate core program in one of those fields and 24 months of relevant experience; OR a graduate core program in one of those fields and 12 months of relevant experience; OR 36 months of experience as a Data Analytics Associate, classification 66930; equivalent education and/or experience may qualify.
• Strong knowledge and experience with data analysis methods and electronic data processing tools such as SQL, Python, R, Tableau, and Power BI.
• Ability to learn agency-specific systems.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, ability to handle many variables at once, and ability to prepare accurate reports and maintain detailed records.
• Ability to work with government processes and agency policies, manage sensitive inquiries, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Must reside at a location that allows reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.
• Must provide own transportation for required travel or have a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated reporting solutions and dashboards that provide staff with consistent, reliable information.
• Validate report calculations and data outputs, troubleshoot reporting issues, and maintain recurring reports and workflows for compliance monitoring, performance measurement, and VR operations.
• Review and process data requests, determine business requirements, prepare approved data for release, and maintain accurate and timely performance measures.
• Perform validation checks, resolve complex reporting issues, and collaborate with teammates on analytics projects to ensure the quality of analytical deliverables.
• Prepare authorized datasets and support interagency data-sharing efforts, including participating in agreement reviews and presenting data-sharing agreement justifications to the Data Governance Council.
• Maintain datasets and reporting resources used for cooperative program reporting.
• Document reporting standards, manage VR data definitions, and maintain cataloged metadata.
• Provide training, guidance, and technical assistance to staff.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed