Data Analyst III - Compliance Division

Position Information

The Texas Department of Transportation, Compliance Division is looking for a Data Analyst III for its Compliance Section based in Austin, Texas. If you posses strong data analytics, data research and data visualization skills and have the ability to communicate technical information effectively, this job may be for you.

We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk!

Effective 9/1/24 the salary range for this position will be updated to reflect new salary limits. Texas State Auditor's Office - Salary Schedules

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Position Description

Performs moderately complex data analysis and data research work. Work involves conducting detailed analysis and extensive research on data and providing results in various formats. Monitors and implements measures to ensure data quality. Responsible for using standard statistical tools, methods and techniques to translate data into actionable insights using data visualization software. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties:

• Compiles and queries data
• Analyzes data using standard statistical tolls, methods, and techniques to identify significant differences in data
• Cleans and prunes data to discard irrelevant information
• Evaluates data, interprets results, and prepares reports on program/project activities
• Defines, develops, and implements data standards
• Responds to request from business areas to design, build, maintain or repair reports and applications
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mgmt Info Systems, Comp Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis . Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 2 years data analysis, research, compilation, and/or report writing and design work experience. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Ability to:

• Analyze data and derive informative conclusions.
• Effectively organize and prioritize work demands in a fast-paced environment
• Evaluate and make recommendations regarding data integrity
• Implement and use new technology and work processes to enhance decision-making
• Translate complex data into user-friendly information

Considerable knowledge of:

• Business processes and methodologies, data import and export protocols
• Data analysis and interpretation

Proficient skill in:

• Communicating technical information effectively
• The use of technical tools such as Excel, Access, SQL and other heavy data analysis
• Using Tableau, Microsoft Power BI
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Working with streaming data and unstructured data from multiple data sources.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)