Housing Vacancy Data Scientist, Data Analyst- Department of Housing & Community Development

Salary Range:  $74,803.00 - $119,684.00 Annually 

Our Benefits                                       

The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits  

Get to Know Us 

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits plans. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!               

Job Summary:  

A Data Analyst, is an entry-level position, performs work that involves studying and interpreting data, to provide insight to decision makers. Data Analysts are responsible for gathering data, organizing information, analyzing historical results, making forecasts and projections, making recommendations, and generating Excel models, presentations, and reports. Work of this class does not involve any supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek, subject to evening or weekend work as required. Work is performed in an office where working conditions are normal. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:                             

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:  

Education: Have a high school diploma or GED certification from an accredited institution.

AND 

Experience: Have two years of related technical work experience.

OR 

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates:

Have beginner skills in at least one of the following: R, Python, GIS, SQL, PowerBI, Tableau.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Baseline understanding of principles and theory within area(s) of responsibility (gained through multiple years of progressive experience, training or formal education in area of assignment) and is developing depth of knowledge and practical application.

• Skilled in the diagnosis, troubleshooting and/or maintenance of IT systems.

• New technology (as applicable): Learn to operate and maintain new technology; assist in transitions.

• Resolves problems requiring analysis and the discernment of the most suitable solution(s)/processes(s) available. Selects from "in the box"/best practice models/strategies to resolve problems.

• Uses skills and abilities to complete routine tasks at the beginning, while growing toward completing tasks of increasing complexity.

• Uses basic understanding of the field to perform job duties; may need some guidance on job duties; applies learning to recommend options to address unusual situations.

• Recognizes basic knowledge and skills and the ability to apply learning in everyday situations under direct guidance or supervision.

• Competent to work on several phases of computer operations, but still needs instruction and guidance for other (more complex) phases.

• Participates in specialized projects under direction of a higher-level IT professional.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving skills

Background Check                                        

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

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