What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst position at City of Oakdale, MN?
Salary : $90,812.80 - $113,526.40 Annually
Location : Oakdale City Hall
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 202500047
Department : Administration
Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 2 / 2025 4 : 00 PM Central
The City of Oakdale's Vision is to be a welcoming and vibrant community, offering a high quality of life for all its citizens.
Job description
We are excited to announce the creation of a new data analyst position. This is a highly skilled research and technical position requiring proven performance in research, analytics, preparation and reporting. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide valuable expertise to our team and help us operate more effectively and efficiently. We believe in continual improvement and are committed to providing high-quality, reliable services.
This new position requires someone who is detailed and curious, able to diplomatically communicate with a variety of stakeholders to achieve results and reduce pain points in the way we are providing services. If you are interested in working in a collaborative work environment and are willing to work hard to get great results, then this may be a good fit for you. Oakdale has a strong culture, competitive compensation and benefits, and we know that the work serving the community is important. We believe our employees are our greatest asset and that we can make a difference. We look forward to hearing from you.
Job expectations
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Assistant City Administrator, this position will work collaboratively with others to analyze current systems for process improvement. Plan, research, design, confirm, analyze, prepare, and recommend methodical approaches to new processes using teamwork, technology, and communication. This is a highly skilled research and technical position requiring proven performance in research, analytics, preparation and reporting.
JOB DUTIES OR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following :
- Experience and highly skilled in research and data analytics leading to data driven decisions
- Work collaboratively with other staff to provide excellent and responsive public and customer service
- Ability to understand a processes' goals, then research, compile and analyze data, spot trends and patterns, and identify possible action items
- Utilize software and technology to perform research and cross-discipline analysis to identify and reduce pain points and impacted stakeholders
- Assist in the development of short- and long-range approaches and plans, and anticipated budget impacts (fiscal, personnel, and operational)
- Document, in clear detail, the goals and steps recommended to achieve the stated objectives; complete post-implementation feedback and analyze process for possible modifications
- Ability to work with data and ensure accuracy
- Communicate step by step analysis and processes to those affected promptly and frequently
- Participate in the preparation of a variety of complex monthly / quarterly / yearly specialized reports
- Manage all aspects of data requests and contract administration in coordination with the City Clerk while ensuring State law, City Code, and City policies are followed
- Assist City Clerk in records retention policies, rules, laws, and procedures and implement such, ensuring continual compliance
- Independently manage small projects and assist with larger projects as requested. Lead projects as experience and track record support
- Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the research, analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs
- Knowledge and ability to interpret / communicate / comprehend Minnesota data practices and other pertinent local, state, and federal laws
- Ability to identify and correct discrepancies among various internal and external records
- Skilled in diplomatic yet results-driven communication and decision making
- Ability to professionally present data findings, research, and recommendations to leadership
- Represent the City in a courteous, responsive, and professional manner in all interactions
- Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum qualifications
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience and training required.
Education
Experience
Trainings, Certificates, and Licenses
Desired qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience and training preferred in order to exceptionally perform all of the functions of this position.
Education
Experience
Trainings, Certificates, and Licenses
Project Management Certification
CORE VALUES
In Oakdale, we will :
The City of Oakdale understands that its employees are its greatest asset. Accordingly, we seek to offer a comprehensive benefits package that meets employee needs throughout their working life. Our plan includes medical care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, and paid-time off. The City also supports employees through wellness options, employee assistance availability, and department specific intitiatives.
Part-time employees who are employed on a schedule of more than twenty hours per week receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Thank you for your interest in Oakdale.Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. We review the information you provide to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Please be aware that we want you to be truthful; incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
What best describes your level of education?
Do you personally have professional experience leading teams or projects?
Do you currently possess any of the following licenses / certificates?
What describes your level of professional experience in public administration, policy analysis, communications or related field, preferably in local government
Why are you interested in this position?
What kind of work environment are you looking for?
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Salary : $90,813 - $113,526
