Business Data Analyst Sr Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation in Richmond, VA, is seeking a Data Analyst to support statewide transportation planning, performance improvement, and data management. You will conduct complex analyses, integrate data from multiple sources, and develop reports to inform program decisions.

Responsibilities include collaborating with divisions and districts, applying QA/QC practices, and delivering insights through tools like Excel and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret data to inform decisions.
• Knowledge of database development, data management, and performance management.
• Experience communicating complex analyses to varied audiences.
• Ability to work with business/financial information systems.
• Experience collaborating across divisions to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex data analysis and research to support assigned program areas.
• Study and evaluate statewide business context relative to planning, performance measures, customer feedback, and performance improvements, then communicate results.
• Assist with programmatic analysis, reporting, and data management activities.
• Provide data and analysis to support agency-wide initiatives through the Division’s assigned role.
• Apply quality assurance and quality control strategies to ensure data and analysis are correct and aligned with request requirements.
• Perform high-level analysis as needed to support cross-functional initiatives.
• Coordinate across divisions and districts to promote consistency, performance, and reliability of analytical tools.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to identify and implement innovative solutions that improve Division products and services.
• Complete other duties as assigned, including independent ad-hoc requests for data analysis and report generation.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Data visualization

Education

Engineering/CS/Applied Math background

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Teams

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Support statewide transportation business planning and performance improvement through advanced data analysis, reporting, and data management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex data analysis and research to support assigned program areas.
• Study and evaluate statewide business context relative to planning, performance measures, customer feedback, and performance improvements, then communicate results.
• Assist with programmatic analysis, reporting, and data management activities.
• Provide data and analysis to support agency-wide initiatives through the Division’s assigned role.
• Apply quality assurance and quality control strategies to ensure data and analysis are correct and aligned with request requirements.
• Perform high-level analysis as needed to support cross-functional initiatives.
• Coordinate across divisions and districts to promote consistency, performance, and reliability of analytical tools.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to identify and implement innovative solutions that improve Division products and services.
• Complete other duties as assigned, including independent ad-hoc requests for data analysis and report generation.

Requirements

• Demonstrated skill developing and managing large data sets and integrating data from different sources across different platforms.
• Strong time management skills.
• Knowledge of interrelationships among project data, including phases, schedules, and estimates.
• Knowledge of theory and principles of database development, data management, business process improvement, and performance management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to apply logic and reasoning to identify and analyze problem areas and recommend solutions.
• Skill in oral and written communication to build effective relationships.
• Ability to work with business and/or financial information systems.
• Experience defining a business need, identifying a solution, implementing the solution, and monitoring performance.
• Experience handling ambiguity and gathering critical facts of a situation.
• Experience working in teams to solve complex problems.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft software
• SharePoint
• Teams
• Excel
• Power BI

Additional Considerations

• Combination of training, experience, or education in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Information Management Systems, Technology, Communications, or a related field is desired.

Ethics and Standards

• VDOT employees must follow the VDOT Code of Ethics.
• VDOT employees must follow the Commonwealth’s Standards of Conduct.

Location: Richmond, VA (onsite)