What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst position at Mitigation Resources of North America?
The Data Analyst position will play a critical role in transforming data into actionable insights that drive strategic business decisions for the company. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a passion for data, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly and concisely. This position will work closely with various departments to understand their data needs and provide analytical solutions. In addition, this candidate will play a crucial role in building and optimizing our data pipeline to ensure efficient data flow and integration from various sources.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Process and analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights
- Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data visualizations to support decision-making
- Continuously improve data processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support various business initiatives and projects
- Document processes and methodologies to ensure knowledge sharing and continuity
- Help conduct advanced statistical analyses and predictive modeling to identify trends and opportunities
- Develop tools and frameworks to improve data accessibility and usability for stakeholders
- Leverage API connections to integrate data from various external and internal sources, ensuring seamless data flow
- Collaborate with operations, finance, accounting, and land to understand data requirements and provide tailored data solutions
- Ensure data quality by implementing data validation and cleansing procedures
- Design and implement data models and queries to extract and aggregate data for reporting purposes
- Maintain and troubleshoot Alteryx and Power BI-driven data tools
- Execute or assist with other special projects or duties as assigned
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint, with an overall high proficiency in computer systems
- Programming experience in R and Python, with a strong understanding of their ecosystems, libraries, and best practices
- Proficiency in SQL, with the ability to write queries to extract, manipulate, and analyze data from a relational database
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to visualize data using Excel or a Business Intelligence software such as Tableau or Power BI
- Proficient in Alteryx, Tableau Prep, or related products with the ability to design and implement data workflows for data prep, blending, and analysis
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Ability to handle large volumes of data and find actionable trends – “see the forest and the trees”
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, and work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment
REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Four-year degree in a numbers or data-driven major (i.e. – Business, Finance, Accounting, Math, Statistics, Engineering, Computers, Science, or similar)
- Minimum two years of proven experience as a data analyst or in a similar role
EEO Statement:
EEO/M/F/disability/veteran You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.
