TWDB - 26-94: Sr. Data Analyst (Data Analyst III)

TWDB•Austin, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking a Sr. Data Analyst to perform moderately complex (journey-level) data analysis and data research work. This role operates under general supervision with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The analyst will design and build tools for data collection, extraction, and analysis using SQL-based programs and other data analytic software. Responsibilities include responding to ad hoc data requests from the public, executive management, and board members, overseeing and maintaining a library of data analysis tools, queries, databases, and reports, and spearheading the development of software applications to improve operational efficiencies. The position also involves providing guidance and knowledge sharing to junior data analysts, making recommendations for tools and processes, assisting with long-term projects and documentation, developing and monitoring team product metrics, and updating desktop procedures. The Sr. Data Analyst will also initiate and collaborate with cross-divisional teams on database updates/upgrades and provide strategic support to other sections within the Technical Systems Oversight Department. Maintaining confidential information, ensuring proper file management, and reviewing staff processes for consistency and accuracy are also key duties. The role requires maintaining required certifications and licenses, meeting continuing education needs, and potentially operating a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer/Information Science, Statistics, Social/Political Science, Planning, Mathematics, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Finance, or other related fields.
One (1) year of relevant work experience related to data analysis, business analysis, or a similarly related field.
One (1) year of experience working with water infrastructure financing programs and developing and managing technical tools and products that utilize project and funding data within the water resources industry.
One (1) year of experience of relevant work experience as a Data Analyst, with SQL Server Management.
Experience with Microsoft Power BI building data reporting tools.
Microsoft Power Apps development skills.
Experience using ArcGIS Pro to oversee GIS tools and visualizations.
Experience using Snowflake for enhanced data management, analytics, and integration with Python, SQL, and Power BI.
Experience developing machine learning processes and tools for predictive analytics and automation.
Ability to physically commute to the TWDB office in Austin, Texas on a weekly basis.

Nice To Haves

One year of progressive work experience using SQL Server Reporting Services, or similar software, to build reports.
One year of progressive work experience using Microsoft Power BI, or similar software, building data reporting tools.
One year of progressive work experience building Microsoft Power Apps tools and applications.
One year of progressive work experience using ArcGIS pro to build GIS tools and visualizations.

Responsibilities

Designs and builds tools for data collection, extraction, and analysis using SQL-based programs and other data analytic software.
Responds to requests for information on an ad hoc basis for the public, the Office of Water Supply and Infrastructure, executive-level management, and the agency’s Board members or their respective staff.
Maintains a library of data analysis tools, queries, databases, and reports for the division.
Spearheads the development of software applications or programming to drive significant improvements in operational efficiencies.
Provides guidance and knowledge sharing to junior team data analysts on best practices, data tools and software, and institutional knowledge regarding data use and products.
Makes recommendations for tools, applications, techniques, and processes that would benefit the team’s goals, projects, and products.
Assists other Program Administration & Reporting staff to improve and coordinate long-term projects; develops and upgrades related documentation.
Develops and monitors team product metrics to monitor usage and success.
Updates and maintains all existing desktop procedures related to the reporting duties included in their performance plan.
Initiates, assists, and works with cross-divisional teams to complete updates/upgrades for the agency’s databases.
Provides strategic support and advice to other sections of the Technical Systems Oversight Department in completing and implementing long-term projects.
Collects, produces, and maintains supporting documentation and maintains standards of source documents.
Maintains confidential and sensitive information.
Ensures individual and team files (electronic and hard versions) are appropriately maintained and timely disposed of in accordance with the agency’s records retention procedures and schedule.
Reviews and maintains data analyst staff processes and documented procedures for consistency across the team and accuracy.
Maintains required certifications and licenses and meets the continuing education needs and requirements of the position to include attending mandatory training courses.
May be required to operate a state or personal vehicle for business purposes.
Performs other duties as assigned.