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About The Position

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in data analysis, research, or reporting work.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Experience working in or with social service programs.
• Knowledge of statistics, data-set analysis, querying, report writing, presenting findings, and record keeping, including procedures for handling, protecting, and distributing confidential data.
• Skill in developing data products or tools for internal and/or external users.
• Skill in compiling data from multiple sources, including querying databases and merging datasets, and identifying data strengths and limitations.
• Competency in conducting detailed data analyses.
• Skill in organizing and managing multiple projects, timelines, and priorities.
• Skill in soliciting and integrating feedback to develop and improve data products.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to creatively solve problems, access resources across areas and sources, and help executive leadership develop solutions.
• Ability to work timely and productively under minimal supervision.
• Ability to use initiative, motivation, and critical thinking; collaborate across teams; manage multiple projects; prioritize and document work; and communicate clearly.
• Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and, if applicable, a driver’s record check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Excel and/or other data analysis software.
• Experience as a data storyteller and with data visualization.
• Experience working in or with social service programs.

Responsibilities

• Use and interpret data to make appropriate inferences and recommendations.
• Collect data for analysis and identify the most relevant information for the intended audience.
• Connect data, processes, and anecdotal information to explain what is happening and why it matters.
• Ensure analyses adequately address the research or business question.
• Translate technical details for non-technical audiences and communicate requirements to technical teams.
• Ensure data products are accurate, consistent, and aligned with policies and program goals.
• Respond to stakeholders in a timely manner and provide information in an understandable, appropriately concise format.
• Prepare and present clear, concise written and verbal analyses and engaging data findings.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with executive and regional leadership.
• Identify concerns and present them constructively to encourage discussion of plans and strategies.
• Help clients develop strategies and plans based on their needs and strengths.
• Check in regularly with program leadership, regional teams, and data and research specialists to align on needs and priorities.
• Document processes, decisions, and best practices.
• Mentor and support colleagues developing data skills.
• Lead or manage special projects and may provide on-the-job training.
• Conduct detailed data analysis and research, provide results, and monitor and implement data quality.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for the employee and 50% paid for eligible family members.
• Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus 401(k) and 457 savings plans.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Optional dental, vision, and life insurance at rates described as lower than most private plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Employee discounts on gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment.
• Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.