IT Data Analyst

Farmer Focus•Harrisonburg, VA

17h•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The IT Data Administrator supports Farmer Focus by creating, maintaining, and organizing companywide data tools, dashboards, and reporting resources that improve visibility, accuracy, and decision-making across departments. Reporting to the IT Data Manager, this role uses platforms such as Power BI/Ri360, Smartsheet, Neat Data, and other business systems to convert operational information into accessible dashboards and digital workflows. This position also supports the company’s transition from paper-based processes to streamlined digital formats.

Requirements

Associate degree in Information Technology, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize responsibilities effectively while working independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
Experience creating, maintaining, or supporting dashboards, reports, data trackers, databases, or digital workflow tools in a business environment.
Proficiency or strong working knowledge of Power BI, Smartsheet, Microsoft Excel, and related data organization or visualization tools.
Beginner to intermediate proficiency or strong working knowledge of SQL and Power Query to develop and maintain transformations to extract, validate and prepare data for reporting, analysis and business decision-making.
Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to organize information accurately across multiple systems and stakeholders.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical team members, document processes clearly, and support users as digital tools are implemented or improved.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful and collaborative workplace culture with a willingness to listen, adapt and incorporate feedback from colleagues and customers.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Responsibilities

Create, maintain, and enhance dashboards, reports, and data views across the company using Power BI, Smartsheet, SQL, Power Query, and other assigned systems and tools.
Write and execute basic SQL queries to retrieve, validate, and analyze data in support of reporting and business operations.
Partner with departments to understand data needs, gather reporting requirements, organize source information, and translate business needs into useful digital tools and dashboards.
Support the transition of paper-based forms, logs, trackers, and processes into digital formats that improve consistency, accessibility, and workflow efficiency.
Monitor dashboard accuracy, troubleshoot data or reporting issues, perform routine updates, and help maintain data integrity across reporting tools and connected systems.
Collaborate with software developers, business analysts, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process automation and continuous improvement.
Assist the IT Data Manager with additional data administration, reporting, documentation, system support, and special projects as requested.
Participate in data governance initiatives by promoting data standards, naming conventions, and best practices across reporting solutions.
Perform testing of new software functions and processes to ensure they operate as intended. Document all test results and work with development teams and vendors to resolve issues prior to releasing software for business user acceptance testing (UAT).
Perform training to the different users/groups whenever new software or software functions are deployed for the business.
Assist with data validation, data quality reviews, and root cause analysis to identify inconsistencies and recommend corrective actions.
Create, maintain, and update internal IT documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, process flows, and technical documentation to support consistency, knowledge sharing, and operational continuity.
Support the administration, security, and governance of reporting platforms, ensuring appropriate access and compliance with company policies.
Responsible for following, supporting, and enforcing all internal control processes and procedures.
All other related duties as assigned by Management.