Data Analyst IV or V- Traffic Safety Division

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

On‑the‑Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

Career Development and Advancement

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Austin, TX is seeking an Advanced Crash Data Analyst (Data Analyst IV or V) to support analytics for the Traffic Safety Division. You will analyze crash data, create dashboards, and provide data-driven recommendations to reduce traffic crashes across the state.

The role reports to the CDA Section Director and is based at the new Southeast Austin headquarters. The position requires experience with large datasets, data visualization platforms like

Qualifications

• Performs complex data analysis and data research work.
• Translates complex statistical findings into technical reports, executive summaries, and actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders.
• Uses advanced data analytics platforms to design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards for leadership and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large-scale datasets using CRIS and the Enterprise Data Warehouse to identify traffic safety trends.
• Categorize and evaluate crash data by identifiers to support district safety plans.
• Utilize Numetric and Tableau to design and maintain dashboards for executives and safety engineers.
• Clean, validate, and prune data to ensure data integrity and compliance with reporting guidelines.
• Prepare reports and provide technical justification and summaries for stakeholders.
• Lead or mentor junior analysts as needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Dashboards

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Querying/SQL

Communication of findings

Problem solving

Tools

Numetric

Tableau

CRIS

Enterprise Data Warehouse

Job description

Job Description - Data Analyst IV or V- Traffic Safety Division (2602238)

Job Description

Data Analyst IV or V- Traffic Safety Division - ( 2602238 )

Position Information

Want to help reduce traffic crashes across Texas? Reporting directly to the Crash Data & Analysis (CDA) Section Director in the Traffic Safety Division, this Advanced Crash Data Analyst position will rely on your data and process analysis skills, from data visualization and single element analysis up to process overview development. Help shape the future of crash data collection, analysis, and utilization across the TxDOT enterprise, and provide insightful and actionable recommendations to improve safety across the state. This position is located at our new headquarters in Southeast Austin.

Minimum Salary: 65,104.00

Maximum Salary: 129,430.00

Pay Basis: Yearly

FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift : Day

Shift Details : 40

Location Flexibility : Onsite

Benefits and Perks

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

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

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

Performs complex data analysis and data research work. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level may provide guidance to other data analysts and may identify data gaps, errors, anomalies, inconsistencies, and redundancies by analyzing the content, structure, and relationships within data.

Data Analyst IV

• Analyzes large-scale datasets using the Crash Records Information System (CRIS) and Enterprise Data Warehouse to identify traffic safety trends.
• Categorizes and evaluates crash data by specific identifiers (e.g., active school zones, pedestrian/passenger involvement, injury severity) to support district safety plans.
• Utilizes advanced data analytics platforms (such as Numetric and Tableau) to design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards for executive leadership and safety engineers.
• Cleans, validates, and prunes complex datasets to ensure data integrity and compliance with state/federal reporting guidelines (including NHTSA standards).
• Translates complex statistical findings into technical reports, proprietary justifications, and executive summaries for non-technical stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Data Analyst V

All of the essential duties for Data Analyst IV in addition to:

• Leading the development of division-wide data quality metrics, establishes reporting standards, and mentors' junior analysts in advanced querying procedures.

Data Analyst IV-3 years of experience in data analysis, research, compilation, and/or report writing and design work experience.

Data Analyst V-4 years of experience in data analysis, research, compilation, and/or report writing and design work experience

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Data Analyst IV and V

• Knowledge of statistics and analyzing data sets; running queries, report writing, and presenting findings; and record keeping, including security procedures for handling, protecting, and distributing confidential data.
• Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software, in conducting data searches, in evaluating and translating large amounts of data, and in critical thinking.
• Ability to compile, review, and analyze data; to prepare reports; to maintain accuracy and attention to detail; and to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of data models, database design development, data mining, and segmentation techniques.
• Skill in analyzing problems and devising effective solutions.

Additional competencies for Data Analyst V:

• Ability to oversee or lead the work of others.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.
• Requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as analyzing datasets, writing/reviewing code, and viewing multiple computer monitors.
• Involves sitting for prolonged periods of time while operating a computer and analyzing data.

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

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The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.