Power BI Administrator

At H. J. Russell & Company, we know that exceptional outcomes start with the right people. We believe that work should be challenging, and the challenge should be fun. We also believe that exceptional outcomes are more likely to occur with a respectful, satisfying, and empowering company. We value and respect our employees - their experience and expertise, as well as their energy, passion, and diversity - and their innovative approach to work and life.

SUMMARY

Russell is currently seeking a Power BI Developer/Administrator to join our dynamic team. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, and administering Power BI dashboards and reports, while also ensuring optimal performance and security of the Power BI environment. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to analyze requirements and transform data into actionable insights that drive business performance. This role will also include maintaining the Power BI infrastructure and managing user access and permissions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Design and develop Power BI reports and dashboards to meet the business needs.
• Work with business users to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Manage Power BI access and permissions, ensuring the security and integrity of the data.
• Optimize Power BI datasets for performance and usability.
• Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure data accuracy and relevance.
• Support end users with troubleshooting and report modification requests.
• Implement best practices for Power BI design and architecture.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements as needed.
• Stay up to date with the latest Power BI features and tools.
• Conduct training sessions to empower business users to leverage Power BI effectively.
• Manage the Power BI service, including workspaces, datasets, reports, and apps.
• Support integration efforts between the program management system and other enterprise software systems (e.g., ERP, document management, etc.).
• Assist in developing reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support project tracking and decision-making.
• Ensure system compliance with organizational and legal data security policies and industry standards.
• Perform work in a safe manner and actively encourage others to do the same.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience with Power BI development and administration.
• Strong knowledge of Power BI, including Power Query, DAX, and M Language.
• Experience with SQL, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
• Knowledge of best practices in data visualization and dashboard design.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with Azure Data Services or other cloud-based analytics platforms is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold; extreme heat; explosives; and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Simply stated, we put people first. As part of our Mission Statement, we strive to earn the loyalty of our employees through a demonstrated commitment to their development and through rewarding exemplary performance. We take the time to get to know our employees personally and together develop individualized plans for career advancement and fulfillment with Russell. Our goal is to provide career growth and development which allows employees to envision and desire a long-term career with our company.

Our culture is rooted in the Russell Fundamentals, a series of 25 characteristics that guide the behavior of our employees and include key tenets like “Do the right thing always,” “Embrace diversity,” “Show meaningful appreciation,” “Deliver results,” and “Keep things fun.” Our intentional focus on creating an outstanding workplace experience has earned our firm numerous recognitions, including being named one of USA Today’s Top Workplaces in 2024.

In addition to our exceptional culture, we offer the following suite of benefits:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Sponsored Life & AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with Employer Matching Contribution
• Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance & Other Voluntary Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program