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City of Laredo, TX

Data Officer, 208, Open Data

City of Laredo, TX, Laredo, Texas, United States, 78045


Salary :

$50,273.60 - $62,857.60 Annually

Location :

Laredo, TX

Job Type:

Full-time

Job Number:

B255538-1

Department:

Info. Svcs. & Telecomm.

Division:

Open Data

Opening Date:

10/16/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

Job Description

Revised: 10/25/2024

Fulfills the City's commitment to provide transparency through open data. Creates reports and dashboards to prepare available data for public use and information.

Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Assists departments in providing transparency through open data.Creates reports and dashboards.Identifies emerging methods and technologies related to data/information management and analysis.Oversees the design, integration, and staging of data warehouses.Ensures changes in business practices within operational units maintain data system integration and reporting standards.Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business usePerforms related work as required.COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable softwareKnowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuationKnowledge of video and audio productionKnowledge of data integration and data modelingKnowledge of extract, transform, load (ETL) processesKnowledge of data warehousingSkills and Abilities:

Skill in organization and time managementSkill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different natureAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsAbility to meet schedules and deadlines of the workAbility to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundariesAbility to connect with diverse audiencesAbility to create clear and concise reportsAbility to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutionsAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical Effort RequirementsPosition will have the following exposures

Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Work Environment LocationsPosition will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Seldom

Outdoor environmentStreet environment (near moving traffic)Construction siteConfined spaceWarehouse environmentFrequentlyVehiclesOftenOffice or similar indoor environmentExposuresPosition will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

Individuals with known violent backgroundsMoving mechanical partsFumes or airborne particlesToxic or caustic chemicals or substancesLoud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)SeldomIndividuals who are hostile or irateExtreme cold (below 32 degrees)Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)TravelPosition will require the employee to travel

Never

International travelSeldomNational travelSometimesRegional travelFrequentlyLocal travelMinimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university in Information Systems or Communications

At least three (3) years of work experience in business intelligence, data mining, and analysis.*Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

10 days of paid vacation per year6 1/2 days sick leave per yearPension plan16 paid HolidaysPaid health *Dental plan *Life insurance **30 day waiting period

For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits

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Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

I am a full-time City of Laredo employeeI am a part-time City of LaredoI am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee

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If you hold an Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's PhD, Juris Doctor, or Post Graduate Degree, please provide your major/minor:

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Do you have at least three (3) years of work experience in business intelligence, data mining, and analysis?

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