Data Analyst

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Job Title

Data Analyst

LocationCategory

Information Technology

Job Type

Full-time

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Grade

$61.90 - $76.20 ( $128,755 to $158,491 YR )

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

None

Job Description

Job Summary

Provides Data Governance program support and serves as a liaison between business units, data scientists, and technical teams, by managing, analyzing, and reporting on data to ensure effective data management and collaboration across the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts data analysis and assists business units in identifying data governance needs.
• Offers support in developing business terms, a business glossary, metadata tags, and managing data catalog and classification functions.
• Produces various reports for functional areas.
• Collaborates with staff and business units to identify data challenges and provide support in the development of targeted training programs.
• Provides role-based access and data security support to ensure data is controlled and accessible to authorized users and departments.
• Provides first-level support to business units for Data Governance tools and training when needed.
• Collects data quality use cases and high-level requirements, serving as the liaison between the Data Scientist and technical teams.
• Assists in the development and implementation of data policies, standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Supports business units in creating reports on data metrics and identifies opportunities to enhance data processes through the Data Governance program.
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out.

May be required to perform other related job duties

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Data analysis and research procedures.
• Personal computer hardware and software.
• Statistical analysis and data interpretation.

Skill in

• Listening to users, interpreting needs, and providing support.
• Preparing easily consumable reports, professional e-mails, and correspondence.
• Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions.
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives.

Ability to

• Compile, analyze, and communicate system information and data.
• Think and act independently.
• Find creative solutions to problems.
• Handle highly confidential information.
• Meet tight time constraints and deadlines.
• Train users in implemented systems.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Minimum Qualifications

A combination of education and / or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes :

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.

Experience

1-3 years of relevant experience supporting business development by identifying challenges and opportunities for improvement within a department.

Certifications / Licenses / Special Requirements

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Special Conditions

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specialized Skills

We are equal opportunity / affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

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