People Analytics Data Analyst

Job location: Harry S. Truman State Office Building 301 W. High St., Jefferson City, MO 65101 (home base) - Distributed work options will be considered.

Why you�??ll love this position:

Do you have a knack for turning complex data into meaningful insights?

Do you enjoy delivering excellent customer service?

Are you interested in learning about the data behind the government�??s workforce?

The Division of Personnel is transforming our approach to end-to-end talent management to better serve the citizens of Missouri. We are committed to recruiting, developing and rewarding top talent across our ~50,000 employee enterprise. At the center of our efforts is a focus on data driven decision making.

We are seeking a team player with the ability to quickly grasp the complexities of government personnel data and deliver excellent results to a wide range of stakeholders.

The right person will apply critical thinking to requests for information, identify appropriate data sources, analyze and validate the data, and creatively display the results in a capacity appropriate for the audience. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in data, open to new challenges, and looking to improve our government services through supporting the State�??s workforce of public servants.

Job Description:

• Export information from the data warehouse and other applications to run routine reports and ad hoc queries.
• Conduct analyses of data related to the team member experience and talent management initiatives.
• Convert and validate raw data into clear, meaningful information.
• Effectively communicate results through various mediums and contexts.
• Validate and ensure data accuracy from various data sources in various forms.
• Respond to inquiries from customer agencies related to data requests, data integrity, dashboards and data issues that arise.
• Provide excellent customer service to the Division�??s various customers, including the State Legislature, Governor�??s Office, and executive agencies.
• Develop reports, queries, and document processes for recurring and ad hoc requests.
• Collaborate with leaders and facilitate data discussions and the creation of data strategies at all levels of the organization.
• Compile, validate, and ensure accuracy of data for team member salaries, pay plan implementation, media requests, internal/external customer requests, and ad hoc requests.
• Provide statistical and analytical support by conducting research, compiling and analyzing data, and creating and maintaining necessary reports and meaningful data visualizations for projects and presentations.
• Provide technical support, trouble shooting and general administration of various HR related systems.
• Train other Strategy & People Analytics team members on data processes, as needed.

All you need for success:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills to interact with customers and determine reporting requirements.
• Ability to align information technology expertise with knowledge of human resources to optimize human resource practices.
• Outstanding attention to detail, analytical skills, and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and complete tasks with a sense of urgency.
• High level of proficiency in MS Access, Tableau Desktop, Tableau Prep Builder, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data warehouses, writing queries, developing reports and presentations, and using SQL.
• A general understanding of HR, personnel, and compensation related topics. Skilled in researching, analyzing and reporting on large data sets.
• Ability to train other team members on data processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor�??s degree and three years of data analysis information experience preferred. Substitutions may be allowed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAM II HR and data warehouse.
• Experience with Qualtrics.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position, please contact:

[email protected]

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.