Data Analyst (Administrative Staff)

Ohio Housing Finance Agency; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Housing Finance Agency seeks a Data Analyst in the Office of Research & Analytics to design and conduct policy-relevant housing research for OHFA, and to support the Qualified Allocation Plan and stakeholder reporting.

You will use R Studio, Tableau, Stata, ArcGIS, and Python to analyze data and prepare statistical and narrative reports, collaborating with agency partners to publish findings and inform affordable housing policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and strong analytical skills.
• Experience with Tableau, Power BI, R, SAS, or ArcGIS recommended.
• Ability to communicate effectively and convey complex information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research of policy-relevant housing issues for OHFA.
• Collaborate with the Office of Multifamily Housing on the Qualified Allocation Plan.
• Prepare and publish research findings in statistical and narrative formats.
• Utilize R Studio, Tableau, Stata, ArcGIS, and Python to analyze data and reports.

Skills

Data Analytics

Data Modeling

Data Visualization

Housing

Research

Analyzation

Collaboration

Interpreting Data

Strategic Thinking

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography

Bachelor's degree in City and Regional Planning

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

R

SAS

ESRI ArcGIS

Job description

The Office of Research & Analytics is seeking a Data Analyst who will...

• Design and conduct research of policy-relevant housing issues for OHFA
• Work with the Office of Multifamily Housing on the Qualified Allocation Plan
• Work with agency partners to prepare & publish research findings (e.g., statistical and narrative reports, policy briefs)
• Use R Studio, Tableau, Stata, ArcGIS, Python to analyze data and prepare statistical and narrative reports

For a complete description of the job duties, please read the Data Analyst position description.

Item Of Note

• This position will work from OHFA's offices which are located at 2600 Corporate Exchange Drive, Columbus, OH 43231.

Applicants should demonstrate on their application how they meet the preferred qualifications to receive further consideration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, City and Regional Planning, Data Analytics, Public Policy, or related field
• 2 classes or 6 months' work experience with at least one of the following: Tableau, Power BI, R, State, SAS, ESRI ArcGIS
• 2 classes or 6 months' work experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods

To Be Successful In This Position, Applicants Should Possess

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and convey complex information to a wide range of audiences
• Strong understanding of the primary subject matter relevant to OHFA’s mission as well as the data resources that contribute to that work

Technical & Professional Job Skills Necessary: Housing, Data Analytics, Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Research, Strategic Thinking, Analyzation, Collaboration, Interpreting Data, Written Communication

Organization

Ohio Housing Finance Agency

Agency Contact Name and Information

Tammi Cross; [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Aug 27, 2026, 9:29:00 AM

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

To be determined based upon experience

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

M-F, 8-5

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from Union

Technical Skills

Data Analytics, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Housing, Research

Professional Skills

Analyzation, Collaboration, Interpreting Data, Strategic Thinking, Written Communication

Agency Overview

The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) offers affordable housing opportunities for Ohioans from rental assistance to homeownership. OHFA provides access to financial resources for the development & management of affordable housing. The Agency's programs serve first-time homebuyers, renters, senior citizens & other populations with special needs who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing. Please visit OHFA’s website at www.ohiohome.org for more information about our mission.

The Office of Research & Analytics utilizes strategic planning, policy research, program evaluation & data analysis to support OHFA’s program offices & drive the Agency’s mission. In partnership with universities, state agencies & community-based organizations, the Office of Research & Analytics produces high quality data & actionable research that informs affordable housing policies throughout the state.