Data Analyst - Marshall, United States - State of Minnesota

Description

Working Title: Data Analyst

Job Class: Management Analyst 3

Agency: Corrections Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 04/25/2024
• Closing Date : 05/06/2024
• Hiring Agency : Department of Corrections
• Division/Unit : Community Services/Field Services
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $ $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status : Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work youll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Up to two (2) positions will be filled by consideration of all applicants to this posting.

This position acts as a Data and Business Information Systems Lead in assisting the Field Services Managers and Corrections Program Director in coordinating, planning, developing, operating, maintaining, and evaluating Field Services business applications, information systems and data repositories. In addition, this position performs advanced professional, technical, and administrative work related to business intelligence, data quality assurance, information management systems and data analysis. This position will provide lead work and direction, mentoring, support, and training to the CSTS Data admin positions.

Work Location and Telework: The specific Minnesota work location will be determined at the time of appointment based on department business needs and applicant availability. This position is mainly a telework position. To be telework eligible, applicants must live in Minnesota or one of its boarding states.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Two years of experience in querying, preparing, evaluating, analyzing, turning data into insight, and improving data quality, accuracy, and integrity.

Word processing skills (Microsoft Office applications) sufficient to prepare memos and letters that are grammatically correct, in proper format, and free of spelling errors.

Demonstrated skill in using spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel) sufficient to enter, design, develop and manipulate spreadsheets and prepare reports.

Database management skills sufficient to query information from information management systems and accurately enter, retrieve, interpret, and report information using data manipulation applications (SQL, Access, Excel, PowerBI).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to articulate errors made by others to ensure data integrity.

Ability to problem solve independently.

Ability to train and instruct staff in appropriate use of the CSTS Information System, office suite applications and office procedures and practices.

Ability to utilize the CSTS Information System Adhoc report writing feature.

Ability to work on diverse tasks as assigned and develop priorities to ensure sufficient attention to tasks.

Ability to work with a variety of individuals, occupations, and agencies.

Advanced knowledge of data analysis and modeling tools (SPSS/PowerBI).

Advanced knowledge of information system management principles.

Advanced knowledge of office procedures, practices, and information workflow sufficient to develop and improve work procedures and forms.

Advanced knowledge of personal computing devices, Intranet software, network printers and other technology hardware sufficient to troubleshoot issues with MN.IT staff.

Advanced working knowledge of office suite applications.

Strong human relation skills to enable positive and productive work with clientele and co-workers.

Strong technology-related analytical skills to enable troubleshooting of the CSTS client information system and other related applications.

Technical skills to develop, manage and analyze complex data sets.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced understanding of data security principles and best practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.

Strong experience with scripting and programming skills sufficient to automate tasks, write scripts for data manipulation, and develop custom solutions.

Experience with software development lifecycle, testing techniques, access control mechanisms, and compliance standards.

Experience leading application business improvement and new release deployment projects

Advanced level knowledge of CSTS

Experience with MN Corrections Community Supervision.

Knowledge of MN State government statutes, polices, procedures, processes, and rules.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Teresa Moen at

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at or email . Please indicate what assistance is needed.