Analyzes information requirements of new or modified systems and develops data file specifications. Assists Project Leaders, Systems Analysts, and Programmers with the implementation of data files to the City's Information Systems. Creates and assigns descriptors to elements needed for data organization, access and control. Anaylzes current and planned database usage and makes recommendations to management for improving and modifying database structure. Performs other job-related duties as requi... more details
Description
Data Analyst
The Data Analyst reports to the Head of Urban Data in the Office of Urban Analytics & Innovation (Urban Al) at the City of Cleveland. The Data Analyst is responsible for enabling reporting and dashboards both in collaboration with and on behalf of City departments, for internal business use and for external publication to the Open Data Portal. The Data Analyst will partner with business and operations technology teams to provide easily understood Insights and recommendations to City leaders, allowing for data-Informed decision-making. This role requires business intuition, an ability to use analytical tools and methods to gain Insights from data, organizational skills and the soft skills necessary to be a good partner to various teams across the City of Cleveland.
Examples of Duties
Analyzes information requirements of new or modified systems and develops data file specifications. Assists Project Leaders, Systems Analysts, and Programmers with the implementation of data files to the City's Information Systems. Creates and assigns descriptors to elements needed for data organization, access and control. Anaylzes current and planned database usage and makes recommendations to management for improving and modifying database structure. Performs other job-related duties as required. TYPICAL TASKS: Develops file data specifications including standard names for data elements. Consults with and assists Project Leaders on procedures related to new or existing data file structures. Monitors and analyzes the performance of databases and prepares reports on findings to management including recommendations for improvement. Assists Project Leaders, Systems Analysts, and Programmers with implementation of data files to database. Develops and documents standards for use, control, updating, and maintenance of databases. Interfaces with tech support and computer operations in the reorganization of databases and recovery and backup procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
A High School Diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or closely related field from an accredited four (4) year college or university is required. Two (2) years experience in Database Management Systems (DMS) is required. (Substitution: Two (2) years of experience may be substituted for each year of college education lacking.) Must be proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office Suite. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of thirty (30) pounds. A valid State of Ohio Driver's License is required.
Supplemental Information
Essential Duties & Job Functions
Leverage data from a variety of sources to analyze business performance, Identify areas of opportunity and deliver actionable Insights to operations leaders and front-line personnel
Partner with business stakeholders to Identify key Initiatives and engage data analytics team members across the City of Cleveland to complete delivery of sustainable solutions to business problems, using data analysis, advanced analytics and data engineering standard methodologies
Assist other department analysts with preparing Items for the Open Data Portal, Including but not limited to ensuring that data Items have adequate design, functionality, and metadata.
Create performance management dashboards for City departments to monitor progress against KPls and goals.
Test data and/or applications to validate data accuracy/quality
Track small to medium-sized projects from conceptualization to completion, Including helping to create project roadmaps, project plans and requirements documentation
Lead status meetings and manage frequent status communication to business stakeholders, IT teams and senior leadership as required
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree In quantitative field (mathematics, statistics, economics, business analytics, Information systems, finance, or related degree)
Demonstrated ability In analytical role (analysis, Information science, data visualization or other relevant quantitative fields)
Experience working with large datasets and reporting or visualization tools, ability to tell a story using data
Experience with analytics software {Power BI, Tableau, or similar) preferred
Ability to thrive In a project-based, team environment
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