DWM Data Reporting Analyst II (DWM University)

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

12d•$47,474 - $63,379•Hybrid

About The Position

The Data Reporting Analyst within the Department of Watershed Management University (DWMU) performs advanced data reporting and analysis to support training operations, performance monitoring, departmental research, and management decision-making. Plans and conduct analytical projects to evaluate operational effectiveness, identify trends, and recommend process improvements. Develop reports and dashboards by extracting, analyzing, and consolidating data from various sources, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), enterprise systems, databases, and complex spreadsheets. Summarizes findings and provides recommendations to support departmental goals and operational efficiency. The position focuses on professional-level data analysis rather than routine data entry and may coordinate related administrative or operational activities consistent with the classification.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration, or a related field (Additional years of experience may be considered as a substitute for the required degree on an exceptional basis, with a minimum of eight (8) years of professional related experience in creation, reporting, and/or management of data)
Minimum of four (4) years of professional related experience in creation, reporting, and/or management of data or closely related tasks (not including data entry).
Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of databases, reporting methods and formats, and appropriate reporting languages.
Skills in operation of computers to retrieve data and prepare reports and presentations; in writing narrative reports; in communicating.
Skills in leading groups and in speaking to groups.
Ability to organize and present data in presentations and narrative reports.
Ability to review data and identify data trends and/or inconsistencies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with R, Python, Visual Basic is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, and conducts data collection, analysis, and reporting activities to support the operational needs and objectives of the Department of Watershed Management University (DWMU).
Develops and maintains customized reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to support departmental initiatives, operational performance, and management decision-making.
Reviews and evaluates training records, databases, and reporting processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability. Identifies discrepancies and recommend improvements to data management practices.
Retrieves, analyzes, and summarizes information from various departmental systems, including the Learning Management System (LMS), utilizing appropriate database queries and reporting tools.
Compiles and analyzes monthly training statistics, operational data, and performance measures to prepare recurring management reports and identify trends.
Develops and distributes training reports and dashboards to monitor course completion rates, attendance, certifications, renewal requirements, and upcoming expirations to support regulatory compliance and workforce development initiatives.
Maintains and updates training databases, tracking systems, and dashboards to ensure information remains accurate, current, and accessible. Responds to routine and special data requests from staff, supervisors, and management.
Conducts and participates in internal and external research projects, including collecting, evaluating, and summarizing data to support departmental planning, program evaluations, and operational improvements.
Prepares reports, presentations, charts, graphics, forms, and other materials to communicate data findings, project outcomes, operational trends, and recommendations to DWMU leadership.
Collaborate with employees, supervisors, managers, and other stakeholders to conduct studies, surveys, audits, and assessments related to training operations and departmental initiatives.
Supports project planning and coordination by monitoring schedules, milestones, deliverables, and performance indicators. Prepares project status reports and identifies potential risks, delays, and resource requirements.
Reviews and interprets departmental policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. May recommend process improvements, establish work methods, develop timelines, and assist in defining performance standards.
May provide guidance, technical assistance, and training to lower-level staff, interns, and temporary employees. Serves as a resource to support employee development and effective use of departmental reporting systems.
Performs other related duties as assigned to support the administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of departmental information systems and training operations.