Data Operations Analyst: Government Data & Insights

Remote; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Awesome Extended Health Care Plan

Dental Care

Life & Disability insurance

Health spending accounts

Unlimited Vacation Leave

12 Paid Holidays

$3,000 Employee Referral Program

Employer contribution to VRSP

Rewards and recognition programs

Job summary

Leadership Connect is seeking an Analyst to join our Data Team and conduct research and analysis to develop and maintain data on U.S. government leadership at federal, state, and local levels.

You will ensure data accuracy and support operational processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an agile environment. The role emphasizes strong data skills, project management, and clear communication with non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with an interest in government or policy.
• 1-2 years of experience in data analysis and project management.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills - able to plan, prioritize, and keep projects moving independently.
• Strong time management practices and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - able to synthesize research findings clearly for non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset: evolving key processes, embracing innovation, and exploring emerging technologies like AI.
• Proficiency in conducting sophisticated web-based research.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Practical experience with project management and documentation tools such as Jira and Confluence is a plus

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive data collection, development, and analysis supporting operational processes, with a focus on relevance, precision, and accuracy
• Undertake advanced open-source research and in-depth analysis into key entities across U.S. federal, state, and local government, ensuring current and accurate data
• Employ data analysis techniques to discern patterns, derive insights, and identify data quality discrepancies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to appraise data quality or to develop workflows contributing to enhancements in data completeness
• Perform in an agile operational environment, while developing and sharing subject matter expertise

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Curiosity/continuous improvement

Web-based research

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Leadership Connect is seeking an Analyst to join our Data Team and conduct research and analysis to develop and maintain data on U.S. government leadership at federal, state, and local levels.

You will ensure data accuracy and support operational processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an agile environment. The role emphasizes strong data skills, project management, and clear communication with non-technical stakeholders.