City of Minneapolis
Business Data Analyst
City of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Salary:
$72,540.00 - $99,817.12 AnnuallyPosition DescriptionThe Senior Data Analyst will be responsible for assisting City departments with their data discovery, data analysis, reporting, and data visualization needs to support Department decision making and evaluation. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify key business challenges, design analytical solutions, and contribute to strategic initiatives. This position is within the City’s Information Technology department.Work LocationThis position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic, analytical, and technical support for departmental BI and analytic activities.Perform detailed analysis and identify trends.Act as an intermediary between the assigned business unit and the technical community by working with the business units and IT to collect, clarify, and translate business intelligence requirements into designs and solutions.Perform in-depth data analysis using a variety of tools and techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in structured and unstructured data.Investigate and provide answers to complex data questions for a variety of reasons, including fulfilling requests from the public for City data.Empower City departments to become more data driven.Work with City department staff to improve data quality.Assist City department staff with the technical aspects of data stewardship.Satisfy ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests.Work within IT as a subject matter expert in the addition of data to the Enterprise Analytic Hub and reporting framework development.Collaborate within IT to develop sound, Enterprise-aware, analytic solutions.Contribute to the coordination of data efforts and initiatives within the City Enterprise.Act as a mentor to junior analysts, providing guidance, training, and support in their professional development. Contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and best practices within the analytics team.Required QualificationsMinimum EducationBachelor's Degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, a related field, or equivalent.Minimum ExperienceFour years of experience performing related duties, that include business data discovery, analysis, query design, reporting, GIS, and statistical analysis.EquivalencyAn equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.Selection ProcessThe selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.Background CheckThe City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.Background Check (Police)The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.Union RepresentationThis position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA).Eligible List StatementThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire in two months after it has been established.Interview SelectionThe hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesGood knowledge of, and ability to work with business data analysis, query design principles, GIS, data visualization, and/or statistical analysis.Considerable knowledge of business data analytics, and use of business intelligence and technical tools to source and organize data. Such tools include SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platform.Strong communication skills and the ability to prepare recommendation, reports, and revisions based on business data analytics.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to extract actionable insights from complex datasets.Ability to use data analysis and business intelligence skills to interpret trends to support business activity.Experience in mentoring and leading junior analysts is a plus.Benefits SummaryOur employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave: City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.InsuranceHealth insurance: Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.Dental insurance: The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.BenefitsPaid time off: Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.Retirement: City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).Transportation: Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs--such as qualified parking and van pool expenses--with pre-tax dollars.Learning and developmentTo engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.Other perksEmployees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.Closing Date/Time: 2/12/2024 11:59 PM Central
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$72,540.00 - $99,817.12 AnnuallyPosition DescriptionThe Senior Data Analyst will be responsible for assisting City departments with their data discovery, data analysis, reporting, and data visualization needs to support Department decision making and evaluation. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify key business challenges, design analytical solutions, and contribute to strategic initiatives. This position is within the City’s Information Technology department.Work LocationThis position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic, analytical, and technical support for departmental BI and analytic activities.Perform detailed analysis and identify trends.Act as an intermediary between the assigned business unit and the technical community by working with the business units and IT to collect, clarify, and translate business intelligence requirements into designs and solutions.Perform in-depth data analysis using a variety of tools and techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in structured and unstructured data.Investigate and provide answers to complex data questions for a variety of reasons, including fulfilling requests from the public for City data.Empower City departments to become more data driven.Work with City department staff to improve data quality.Assist City department staff with the technical aspects of data stewardship.Satisfy ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests.Work within IT as a subject matter expert in the addition of data to the Enterprise Analytic Hub and reporting framework development.Collaborate within IT to develop sound, Enterprise-aware, analytic solutions.Contribute to the coordination of data efforts and initiatives within the City Enterprise.Act as a mentor to junior analysts, providing guidance, training, and support in their professional development. Contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and best practices within the analytics team.Required QualificationsMinimum EducationBachelor's Degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, a related field, or equivalent.Minimum ExperienceFour years of experience performing related duties, that include business data discovery, analysis, query design, reporting, GIS, and statistical analysis.EquivalencyAn equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.Selection ProcessThe selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.Background CheckThe City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.Background Check (Police)The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.Union RepresentationThis position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA).Eligible List StatementThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire in two months after it has been established.Interview SelectionThe hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesGood knowledge of, and ability to work with business data analysis, query design principles, GIS, data visualization, and/or statistical analysis.Considerable knowledge of business data analytics, and use of business intelligence and technical tools to source and organize data. Such tools include SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platform.Strong communication skills and the ability to prepare recommendation, reports, and revisions based on business data analytics.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to extract actionable insights from complex datasets.Ability to use data analysis and business intelligence skills to interpret trends to support business activity.Experience in mentoring and leading junior analysts is a plus.Benefits SummaryOur employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave: City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.InsuranceHealth insurance: Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.Dental insurance: The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.BenefitsPaid time off: Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.Retirement: City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).Transportation: Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs--such as qualified parking and van pool expenses--with pre-tax dollars.Learning and developmentTo engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.Other perksEmployees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.Closing Date/Time: 2/12/2024 11:59 PM Central
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