Data Analyst Jobs in Des Moines, WA

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, Applied Statistics, Economics, Data Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
• At least four years of experience demonstrating knowledge of analytics and statistical software, such as SQL, R, Python, Excel, Hadoop, Tableau, SAS, or SPSS, to perform analysis and interpret data.
• Effective and compelling communication skills, including effective listening, with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical, complex problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to safely and effectively perform light physical duties at various work sites and in varying conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience as a Project Data Analyst (grade 006).
• Understanding of typical Project Control methods and procedures consistent with Project Management Institute's Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK) methodologies.
• Experience with departmental computer systems.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) or AACE certification.
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide a framework for enforcing data integrity rules during data entry.
• Provide scheduled reports, ad hoc reports, and other information to project management teams and leadership to support corrective measures.
• Work with IT Support to provide a framework for updating data during data correction activities.
• Monitor the progress and effectiveness of the project quality management system.
• Recommend and implement improvements and work with management on quality improvement measures.
• Work with project teams to establish processes for monitoring quality, documentation, and scope adherence, and to control influences that could change them.
• Review project processes and procedures for alignment and perform data analytics to ensure departmental audit compliance.
• Monitor macro- and micro-level performance metrics to measure process and productivity improvement effectiveness, and assess whether metrics promote appropriate behavior across the organization.
• Provide ongoing continuous-improvement support and training as required.
• Collaborate with QA/QC schedule and cost groups to align cost and schedule processes.
• Provide status reports to the Project Support Manager.
• Facilitate sharing and adoption of best practices across AEP.
• Direct and guide administration of AEP project management organizational standards and assist in managing projects according to those standards.
• Adhere to the guidance and standards of the AEP Project Management Governance Committee.
• Travel as needed to support AEP regions, approximately 10–15%.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including team members, sponsors, management, and senior management.
• Provide training support for Project Management and other departments affected by departmental reporting, policies, and processes.
• Safely and effectively perform light physical duties at various work sites, including home and AEP locations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package intended to support and enhance employee well-being.