GLO – Data Analyst III(00026375)
:GENERAL LAND OFFICE
:Texas-Austin
:
CDR Lavaca Bldg FL8
504 Lavaca St
Austin78701
:Computer and Mathematical
:Full-timeStandard Hours Per Week:40.00
State Job Code:0652
Salary Admin Plan:B
Grade:22
:5,600.00–5,925.00(Monthly)
Closing Date
:Sep 20, 2022, 11:59:00 PM
Description
The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources. This position is with our CDR Program Integration program area.
The Data Analyst performs moderately complex (journey-level) data analysis and data research work. Work involves conducting detailed analysis of and extensive research on data, providing results, and monitoring and implementing data quality. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdf
In order to receive Veteran’s preference, a copy of the DD #214 is required at the time of interview.
*This is a federally funded position contingent upon continued funding.
*May be required to pass both Federal and State Background check.
*May be required to wrork outside of normal business hours.
PAPER, FAX OR E-MAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
The successful candidate will be an integral part of the CDR team. To be successful the candidate must model the GLO’s competencies of Integrity, Open Communications, Teamwork, Innovation and Proficiency.
Benefits
- Free Parking
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance – State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employee’s premium and 25% for eligible dependents.
- Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance
- Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year **Annual leave increases with length of service.
- Hybrid work schedule – Three days of work are in the office and two days can be worked from home
Essential Job Elements
- Consults with General Land Office and Community Development and Revitalization along with potential external customers to identify user data needs.
- Assists Community Development and Revitalization teams in developing data quality measures, analyzing data quality results, and implementing necessary changes to ensure data quality improvement.
- Analyzes data using standard statistical tools, methods, and techniques; and interprets results to identify significant differences in data.
- Compiles and queries data related to the Community Development and Revitalization program.
- Cleans and prunes data to discard irrelevant information.
- May develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, public administration, business, or closely-related field. Three (3) years full-time experience in data analysis, research, compilation, and/or reporting work. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilites
- Knowledge of statistics and analyzing data sets; of running queries, report writing, and presenting findings; of data models, database design development, data mining, and segmentation techniques; and of record keeping, including security procedures for handling, protecting, and distributing confidential data; business administration principles and practices; project management and of research and budgeting process.
- Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills; in analyzing problems and devising effective solutions, in conducting data searches, in evaluating and translating large amounts of data, and in critical thinking; problem solving, critical thinking and attention to detail; report writing and budget development; grant preparation, development, evaluation, and monitoring.
- Ability to compile, review, and analyze data; to prepare reports; to maintain accuracy and attention to detail; and to communicate effectively; interpret guidelines, policies, procedures, and regulations; evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity and conformity with grant requirement; communicate effectively and to train others.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the employee to primarily perform non-sedentary work; mobility (moving around the work-site) is routinely required to carry out some duties including extensive moving upon and traveling across uneven surfaces, rough terrain and/or desolate areas; normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies; marginal or corrected visual and auditory requirements; constant use of personal computers, copiers, printers, and telephones; the ability to move about the office to access file cabinets and office machinery; requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; ability to move and transport records, documents, boxes and all related information, materials and tools, weighing up to 50 pounds; frequent sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach and/or steer a boat as needed; the ability to work outside and adapt to adverse weather conditions to include sea, sky and land environments; the ability to work under deadlines, as a team member, and in direct contact with others; and the ability to remain stationary for long periods of time when commuting to and from assigned destination and when traveling on state business including field work and training assignments.
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