DBHDS - Business Data Analyst

Launch Your Career with Cook SystemsReady to elevate your career? Cook Systems, a certified veteran owned IT consulting firm, has been transforming businesses and careers since 1990. Whether you're aiming to work with a Fortune 500 company or a small business, we've got you covered.Our core values : integrity, investment, and innovation drive everything we do, ensuring you grow and succeed in a dynamic, supportive environment. We understand the importance of work life balance and personal growth. Our cutting edge IT consulting partners and FastTrack talent program are designed to help you excel.Join our forward thinking team where excellence and creativity are valued every day. Check out what our associates have to say on Glassdoor. Ready to take your career to new heights? Cook Systems is where your journey to success begins!Two submittals - On site - Interview in Person Only

• web cam intvs onlyPls note : Right now, we have a PO that supports the role / work to June 30. They may decide to extend past this date but we do not have confirmation of that as yet. This update will likely come closer to June. As always, extensions will depend on the workload. Pls make sure your candidate is aware bf you submit them to avoid any confusion later on!Local Richmond candidates preferred.ON SITE : 1 day / week required. Must pick up equipment IN PERSONParking is NOT provided for contractorsABOUT THE ROLEThe agency is seeking a skilled Business Data Analyst with a focus on data quality to support the measurement and tracking of improvements for the organization?s source system assessments. In this role, the analyst will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing multiple data source systems to assess issues related to data validity, reliability, and consistency. The primary goal of the role is to enable the agency to make informed decisions by providing insights into data quality, ensuring the data produced is accurate, reliable, and suitable for decision-making and reporting. The Business Data Analyst will collaborate closely with Data Custodians, Data Stewards, Data Owners, and key stakeholders from divisions such as Developmental Services, Clinical and Quality Management, and Administration to identify data quality issues and support efforts to measure and track improvements. This will involve defining business rules to standardize data quality practices and ensure alignment with data governance standards across systems.Additionally, the Business Data Analyst will assist in designing and maintaining data quality dashboards that provide visibility into the health of the data, enabling stakeholders to monitor performance and identify areas for ongoing improvement. The analyst will conduct reviews of existing data systems and processes to identify potential areas for enhancing data validation, reliability, and quality control measures. Through interviews with subject matter experts and stakeholders, the analyst will gather insights into data challenges and collaborate on formulating recommendations that can drive improvement. The analyst will track and measure the effectiveness of these improvements, ensuring that progress is made and sustained over time.The role requires excellent communication skills, as the analyst will work with management, IT, and program personnel to clearly convey complex data quality issues and the necessary steps for improvement. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in business analysis and data quality management, with a strong focus on measuring data integrity and tracking improvements. Proficiency in MS Excel, Power Query, Power BI, and familiarity with data warehouse concepts and tools is essential. The candidate should possess strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess data quality challenges and track improvement initiatives. Additionally, experience in defining and enforcing business rules, creating data quality dashboards, and monitoring data health is highly valued. The candidate must also have strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams and explain data-related challenges in a clear and accessible way. Experience working with both structured and unstructured data, as well as a solid understanding of data management best practices, will also be important for success in this role.SQLRequired5Yearsexp w / Business Systems AnalysisRequired5YearsMicrosoft ExcelRequired5YearsPowerBIRequired5YearsMS AccessRequired3YearsMicrosoft WordRequired3YearsTechnical WritingRequired3YearsOral and written communication skillsRequired2YearsProblem SolvingRequired2YearsCritical ThinkingRequired2YearsExp with Process Management / ImprovementHighly desired2YearsWhy Work with UsBenefitsAt Cook Systems, we don't just offer jobs we build futures. Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to supporting you with benefits that go beyond the basics. We want you to feel secure, valued, and empowered from the very beginning of your journey with us. When you join Cook Systems, here's what you can look forward to : Your Health, Your Way : Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, complete with dental and vision coverage. With access to one of the nation's largest networks, you'll get the care you need for yourself and your family wherever life takes you.Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way : Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum. Because your loved ones deserve security no matter what the future holds.Flexibility for Life's Needs : Save money and plan ahead with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent care expenses on your terms.Bridging the Gaps : Unexpected costs? No problem. Our Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife helps ensure you're covered when it counts.Your Future Starts Now : Dream big with our 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard. After just six months, you will be eligible to participate, because your future deserves a strong foundation.At Cook Systems, you're not just another employee you're family. Here, your ideas matter, your contributions shine, and your career will thrive. Together, we innovate, grow, and celebrate success every step of the way. Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Let's build the future together at Cook Systems.