Reporting & Data Analyst

Job Information
Job Title: Reporting & Data Analyst 
Job Requisition ID: 59359
Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent 
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 12, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment 
Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967 - $94,068/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, affordable housing, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. 

For more information on the Seniors, Community and Social Services Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-community-and-social-services.aspx 

The Digital Business Solutions Unit is responsible for affordable housing options and services for Albertans most in need, and helping Alberta's aging population with supports that are inclusive and responsive to the diverse needs of seniors to lead healthy lives in their homes and communities.  The unit is also responsible for maintaining comprehensive information management strategies, documenting divisional processes, and fostering knowledge management strategies.
 

Role Responsibilities

Are you a skilled Data Analyst looking to contribute to impactful initiatives within the Housing Division at Seniors, Community and Social Services (SCSS)? Join our team as a Data Analyst and play a pivotal role in leveraging data to support evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning within the ministry.

As a Data Analyst at Housing, you will oversee data analysis and reporting activities, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of data related to various programs and initiatives. Your role will involve analyzing complex datasets, identifying trends and patterns, and providing actionable insights to support program management and policy development.

Responsibilities:

• Lead data analysis efforts to extract insights and trends from large datasets related to Housing’s operating and capital programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements and develop data-driven solutions to address program objectives.
• Oversee data collection, validation, and cleansing processes to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Develop and maintain data models, databases, and dashboards to facilitate data visualization and reporting.
• Provide guidance and supervision to junior data analysts and support staff, ensuring the quality and timeliness of deliverables.
• Lead the development and implementation of data quality assurance measures and compliance protocols.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to communicate data findings, recommendations, and insights.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, best practices, and technologies in data analysis and reporting.
• Support the development and implementation of strategic initiatives and performance metrics within SCSS.
• Collaborate with the Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Team to drive strategic decision-making and improve program outcomes.
• Develop training materials and provide training sessions to staff on data analysis tools and techniques.
• Act as a subject matter expert on data analysis methodologies, tools, and best practices within the ministry.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
 

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
 

• Systems Thinking: see both the big picture and details. Must be able to evaluate broad reaching impacts and use the knowledge to inform and process. 
• Develop Networks: establish credibility and initiates relationships with a broad range of people in unfamiliar environments, nurturing these relationships to build trust. 
• Creative Problem Solving: identify barriers to creativity and proposed viable solutions. Combine different approaches and perspectives from various stakeholders and clients, creating a safe space for people to think creatively. 
• Agility: adapt quickly to changing landscape and priorities, foster agility in others, and create processes and opportunities that encourage proactive and flexible practices.
• Build Collaborative Environments: promote sharing of expertise among wide-ranging teams to achieve ministry outcomes. Bring the right people together, create conflict-resolving environment to high-level goals to motivate and guide others to achieve results.
• Develop Self and Others: staying ahead of the curve and apply emerging approaches and or technologies.
   

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements for this role: 

• Degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analysis, including proficiency in analyzing large datasets, conducting data cleansing and validation, and deriving actionable insights from data.

Equivalencies may be considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

The following experience would be considered an asset:

• Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView, enabling effective communication of insights and trends to stakeholders.
• Experience with programming languages commonly used in data analysis, such as Python or R, for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and machine learning tasks.
• Familiarity with SQL databases and querying languages for data extraction and manipulation.
• Knowledge of data mining and machine learning techniques, allowing for the development of predictive models and advanced analytics solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in complex datasets.
• Experience with data cleansing, transformation, and integration processes to ensure data quality and consistency.
• Understanding of statistical concepts and techniques for hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and data modeling.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effectively presenting findings and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary teams and collaborating with colleagues from various backgrounds to achieve common goals.
• Continuous learning mindset, with a willingness to stay updated on emerging trends, tools, and techniques in the field of data analysis and analytics.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.
 

Notes

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 
 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:
 

•     Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
•     Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
•     Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
•     Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
•     Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
•     Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
•     Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
 

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
 

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
 
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.


Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Tomasz Gruszka at tomasz.gruszka@gov.ab.ca.