Tableau/Power BI Developer

InnoSoul•Lansing, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Tableau and Power BI Developer for AS-MDHHS is responsible for designing and developing interactive data visualizations, reports, and dashboards in Tableau and Power BI to support business analysis and decision-making within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). They will work closely with business stakeholders to understand their reporting needs and translate those needs into technical requirements. The developer will also be responsible for maintaining existing reports and dashboards, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity. This position will also work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation within business intelligence. They will participate in special projects and work groups to provide technical expertise and support in the development and implementation of new solutions. The developer will also provide input to standards and best practices for data visualization and reporting, ensuring that all stakeholders have access to consistent and accurate insights.

Requirements

Tableau proficiency: A strong understanding of Tableau software and its various features, including creating dashboards, visualizations, and reports. Familiarity with Tableau Server and Tableau Desktop is also important.
Data visualization: The ability to create effective and engaging data visualizations that communicate insights clearly and accurately.
Data modeling and analysis: The ability to design and implement data models and perform data analysis using SQL or other tools.
ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) experience: Knowledge of ETL processes and tools to extract, transform, and load data from various sources into a data warehouse.
Business acumen: The ability to understand and analyze business requirements and translate them into actionable insights using Tableau and other BI tools.
Communication skills: The ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
Attention to detail: The ability to ensure accuracy and completeness in data modeling, data analysis, and data visualizations.
Problem-solving skills: The ability to identify and troubleshoot technical issues and find creative solutions to overcome them.
SQL or other tools for data analysis.
Tableau Prep and Power BI Data Flows.
Bachelor's degree with 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.

Nice To Haves

Hybrid work attestation

Responsibilities

Design and develop interactive and visually appealing Tableau and Power BI reports and dashboards that enable business stakeholders to access, analyze, and interpret data.
Work closely with business stakeholders to understand their reporting needs and translate those needs into technical requirements.
Offer the best-fit alternative solution when appropriate (knowing when to favor Tableau, Power BI, or another tool given a situation).
Create complex calculations, measures, and calculated fields in Tableau and Power BI to support reporting and analysis needs.
Develop and maintain data sources in Tableau Prep and Power BI Data Flows, including connecting to and extracting data from various data sources, transforming and cleaning data as necessary, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Collaborate with data engineers and other technical teams to ensure data is structured and organized in a way that enables efficient and effective reporting and analysis.
Troubleshoot issues with existing reports and dashboards, and work with stakeholders to identify and implement solutions.
Stay current with Tableau and Power BI best practices and new features and recommend process improvements and optimizations to enhance reporting capabilities.
Train and support end-users on how to use Tableau and Power BI reports and dashboards effectively.
Produce documentation for all Tableau and Power BI reports and dashboards developed, including technical specifications, user guides, and training materials.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation within business intelligence.
Participate in special projects and work groups to provide technical expertise and support in the development and implementation of new solutions.
Provide input to standards and best practices for data visualization and reporting to ensure consistent and effective communication of insights to stakeholders.
Lead an Agency or Division task force.
Make presentations about complex data processing applications to customers, Agency management, representatives from other State agencies/departments and others in the technical trade at industry gatherings.
Serve as liaison for the Agency with other state agencies, state, federal organizations and public vendors.
Make appropriate recommendations to business partners and manager, considering cost effectiveness of solution, skill sets available, etc.
Other duties as assigned.