Data Analyst 2, FamilySearch, on-site in Salt Lake City, full-time

is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing genealogical records worldwide. Our mission is to connect families across generations by making historical records accessible to everyone.

We operate the world's largest online genealogy database and collaborate with various vendors to digitize historical documents for genealogical research.

As a Quality Control Analyst at FamilySearch, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of records produced by our vendor partners.

You will be responsible for meticulously reviewing and auditing data, providing valuable feedback to vendors, and ensuring that all genealogical records meet our high standards of excellence.

This role combines your passion for family history research with your keen eye for detail and commitment to accuracy.

If you are passionate about family history, data accuracy, and making a difference in the lives of millions of people around the world, we invite you to join our team as a Quality Control Analyst at FamilySearch.

Together, we can help individuals discover, preserve, and celebrate their family heritage.

Data Auditing : Review and audit genealogical records received from vendor partners to assess the accuracy, completeness, and adherence to the guidelines set by FamilySearch.

SQL Query Development (Preferred) : Utilize SQL to query and analyze data for in-depth assessment and validation. Develop and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze large datasets.

Quality Assurance : Implement quality control measures to identify and address discrepancies, errors, and inconsistencies in the data.

Feedback and Reporting : Provide timely and constructive feedback to vendor partners regarding their performance, addressing any issues and recommending improvements.

Training and Support : Collaborate with vendors to provide training and support on data guidelines, best practices, and data quality improvement.

Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers and other department stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and coordination with vendors.

Collaborate with database administrators to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.

Metrics and Reporting : Track and report on the overall quality of the data, monitoring progress, and making data-driven decisions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Process Improvement : Continuously evaluate and enhance the auditing process to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Documentation : Maintain comprehensive documentation of auditing activities, issues identified, and the resolution process.

Research and Stay Updated : Stay informed about new technologies, genealogical research methods, historical context, and industry trends to enhance your understanding of records and maintain the highest level of accuracy.

Bachelor’s degree in data science or Family History and a Minimum 2 years performing multiple system data validation, quality assessments, and configuration of reports and standardized dashboards

Strong knowledge of genealogy and family history research methodologies.

Strong background and proven skills in data analysis

Experience in data analysis tools like SQL, Data Flux, Business Objects, Power BI, Tableau, Java and Python.

Detail-oriented with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to provide feedback effectively.

Ability to work independently and efficiently manage time and priorities.

Proficient in using genealogical software and databases.

Ability to work with records in different languages by identifying keywords and patterns, comparing images within the collection, and using language tools such as google translate and other language websites for assistance.

Prior experience with data auditing or quality assurance.