Data Analyst, Innovation Team
State of Maryland Innovation Team · Baltimore, MD
Data + Analytics
Public Service & Civic Engagement
$64,984 -
$86,337
Per Year
Posted 2 weeks ago
Excel
Data Science
ExpressJS
Introduction
The data analyst is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of, the Governor. The data analyst will support the Innovation Team’s data scientist in the effort to use data to guide the decision making of the Innovation team and State collaborators.
To apply, please submit your resume to [email protected] by the deadline, Friday, November 15, at 11:59PM ET. The subject line should read: YOUR NAME – Data Analyst, Innovation Team
GRADE
14
LOCATION OF POSITION
Annapolis and Baltimore City, MD
POSITION DUTIES
General Purpose: The data analyst for the Innovation Team will support the Innovation Team’s data scientist in applying data science to improve the lives of Marylanders. This role will use qualitative and quantitative data to identify the root causes of complex social and economic issues and develop new insights into these problems and how they impact those living in the state.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify the root causes of complex social and economic problems that intersect with the work of the Innovation Team
- Translate analysis and developing materials to successfully communicate research findings for Innovation Team colleagues and relevant State collaborators
- Leverage research findings to develop practical solutions for Innovation Team projects that improve the lives of Marylanders
- Engage multiple stakeholders, constituencies, and/or agencies to gather and process data related to Innovation Team projects
- Develop quantitative metrics and targets for projects, and tracking progress towards performance targets
- Ensure data sources are fit for their intended purpose through assessment of potential data quality issues
- Identify, collect, organize, analyze, and present data relevant to Innovation Team projects
- Produce compelling and intuitive data visualizations to drive understanding of complex topics and concepts across a range of stakeholders
- Other duties and projects as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience using statistical analysis tools and presenting results of analysis to a range of audiences
- Passion for applying data science to help address challenges
- A track record of demonstrating and successfully applying the following characteristics:
- Excellent ability to simplify information and concepts, to formulate options and recommendations, and to communicate with all levels of management and workforce to achieve objectives
- Effective listener - probes, surfaces, and shares new ideas and ways of doing things
- A “self-starter” motivated by the achievement of the organization, the team, and themselves – in that order
- A team player, with the ability to organize, assign, and track completion of work by direct and indirect team members
- Organized, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities and work projects
- Flexible and adaptable, even while maintaining a keen focus on objectives.
- High energy, highly resilient, and resourceful
- Highest personal standards of integrity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Stellar attention to detail
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, please submit your resume to [email protected] by the deadline, Friday, November 15, at 11:59PM ET. The subject line should read: YOUR NAME – Data Analyst, Innovation Team
The State of Maryland is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The State of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or disability, or any other legally protected basis. The State of Maryland is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process and on the job, as required by applicable law. The State of Maryland will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
