Data Analyst I

The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Data Analyst I for Quality Management. The ideal candidate will analyze policy, and financial and operational data from a wide range of data sets to produce informed operational and policy decisions. They will foster data integrity, promote transparency, and compile and communicate analyses and findings to non-technical leadership to minimize anecdotal responses in favor of data-driven solutions.

DTA attracts people passionate about public service, who love to work in a fast-paced environment, and who are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

•     Intake requests for information and collaborate with requesters to determine business 

objective or problem statement.

•    In collaboration with requesters, decide what, how much, and with whom, data 

should be shared.

•    Develop reports and queries to extract data from various data warehouses and other 

sources using SQL, API, etc.

•    Analyze data to identify patterns and trends in data sets using statistical or other techniques.
•   Verify data for accuracy by conducting code walk-throughs, reviewing data patterns, reports, and performance indicators to locate and correct code and process problems, or inaccuracies in raw source data.
•   Test and validate solution requests prior to implementation.
•   Generate reports, visuals, and presentations.
•    As needed, conduct advanced predictive analytics, forecast modeling, and cost-effectiveness analysis to support business decisions across the agency.

Required Qualifications:

•   Knowledge of and ability to perform data analysis and apply query design principles, data visualization, and/or statistical analysis using statistical techniques.
•   Knowledge of data analytics and business intelligence techniques and technical tools to source, organize, and manipulate data to drive decisions and provide insights.
•   Ability to problem solve, use deductive and inductive reasoning, and apply critical thinking skills to complex matters.
•   Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
•   Ability to use data analysis and business intelligence to interpret trends to support organizational activity.
•   Ability to prepare recommendations, reports and revisions based on business data analytics.
•   Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with colleagues, superiors, and internal and external stakeholders.
•   Knowledge of the methods and principles of statistical report writing and documentation.
•   Knowledge of project management and business planning.
•   Ability to adapt to new tools and concepts in the field of Data Analytics.
•   Ability to exercise sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications:

•   Knowledge of agency programs, policies, and business processes.
•   Proficiency with agency-specific data systems.
•   Advanced reporting and dashboard development techniques.
•   Understanding of state and federal reporting requirements.

Agency Mission:

DTA is the state agency responsible for administering public assistance programs to low-income residents of the Commonwealth. DTA is committed to providing a high level of service to all those in n