What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research/Data Analyst position at State of Missouri?
The Office of Workforce and Community Initiatives (OWCI) is seeking candidates to fill a Research/Data Analyst in the position located in Cole County based at 3705 MO Blvd 2nd Floor, Jefferson City, MO. Remote or hybrid is not an option.
The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: This position is tasked with addressing, understanding, and managing OWCI related data including using specialized software including Tableau, Excel, and coding languages like pyton and SQL. This position is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining data visualization pipelines, dashboards, as well as creating visually appropriate and appealing deliverables for internal and external stakeholders. This position is focused finding unbiased outcomes through current Data Analysis techniques.
This position will work with other Data Analyst from other divisions or with contractors to create re-occurring, ad-hoc reports, and analysis of Office of Workforce and Community Initiatives Employment and Training program data as needed.
(24 earned graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the specified areas may substitute for the required experience.)
(Additional qualifying experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the required education.)
Preferred Experience: Experience in programming languages such as python and SQL; Experience with Tableau, and Tableau Prep; Previous experience working in or with SkillUP, MWA, A2A, LIHEAP, LIHWAP, CSBG, Jobs League, Food Distribution, VOCA, DVS, JAG, or any other program overseen by OWCI.
Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).
Recruitment Area: Accepting applications from all qualified applicants.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
FSD.Personnel@dss.mo.gov
The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: This position is tasked with addressing, understanding, and managing OWCI related data including using specialized software including Tableau, Excel, and coding languages like pyton and SQL. This position is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining data visualization pipelines, dashboards, as well as creating visually appropriate and appealing deliverables for internal and external stakeholders. This position is focused finding unbiased outcomes through current Data Analysis techniques.
This position will work with other Data Analyst from other divisions or with contractors to create re-occurring, ad-hoc reports, and analysis of Office of Workforce and Community Initiatives Employment and Training program data as needed.
- Prepare detailed statistical reports using wage and benefit data to create tables, charts, and narratives using data software such as MS Office products, Tableau, Python, and/or other data analysis tools as required.
- Prepare detailed statistical reports to create tables, charts, and narratives using data software such as MS Office products, Tableau, Python, and/or other data analysis tools as required.
- Synthesize and present data in reports, tables, etc. in a simplified matter.
- Recommend or assist in formulating recommendations for improved organizational structure, policies, techniques, methods, systems, and procedures designed to meet program outcomes.
- Review and evaluate legislation for impact on agency operations; provide analysis; and recommend strategies to effectively initiate approved changes.
- Provide technical advice on management systems and techniques to administrative personnel.
- Perform duties in accordance with supervisor direction and established policies and procedures at all times. Complete assigned tasks in an accurate, timely, professional and confidential manner.
- Assist in reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness and operational management of the units workforce, medical and other community support programs.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically think and problem solve when completing projects.
(24 earned graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the specified areas may substitute for the required experience.)
(Additional qualifying experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the required education.)
Preferred Experience: Experience in programming languages such as python and SQL; Experience with Tableau, and Tableau Prep; Previous experience working in or with SkillUP, MWA, A2A, LIHEAP, LIHWAP, CSBG, Jobs League, Food Distribution, VOCA, DVS, JAG, or any other program overseen by OWCI.
Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).
Recruitment Area: Accepting applications from all qualified applicants.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
FSD.Personnel@dss.mo.gov