Junior Data Scientist

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a data analytics consultant in Washington, DC to design and develop Tableau dashboards and data visualizations that drive mission-critical insights for DHS. You will work across data querying, wrangling, and reporting to support decision-making.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, experience with R and Tableau, and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with R and Tableau.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Tableau dashboards to provide analytics insights.
• Lead data cleaning scripts with R and Python.
• Maintain and enhance dashboards used for operational and strategic decision-making.
• Balance quick-turn requests with long-term client services and internal initiatives.

Skills

R

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Databricks

Job description

Job Family:Data Science ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:Our consultants on the AI and Data Defense and Security team help clients maximize the value of their data and automate business processes. This high performing team works with clients to implement the full spectrum of data analytics and data science, from data querying and wrangling to data engineering, to data visualization, dashboarding, and business intelligence (BI), to predictive analytics. Our services enable our clients to define their information strategy, enable mission critical insights and data-driven decision making, reduce cost and complexity, increase trust, and improve budget justifications and decision-making. This individual will support organizational and mission goals within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This role requires hands on technical expertise and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Design and development of data visualization and dashboard solutions to provide required analytics insights using TableauLeading and reviewing, data cleaning scripts using tools such as R and PythonMaintain and enhance dashboards, analytics solutions, and reporting tools used in operational and strategic decision-makingBalance competing priorities including to supporting quick turn and ad hoc requestsFocus on client services, while also supporting business development, internal firm initiatives, and ongoing professional developmentWhat You Will Need:Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DHS \"PUBLIC TRUST\"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferredBachelors DegreeExpeirence with R and TableauWhat Would Be Nice to Have:Strong communication and presentation skills and ability to explain technical topics to non-technical audiencesExperience working with hiring or operational dataStrong UI/UX capabilities for dashboard developmentExperience with financial dataExperience with DatabricksAbility to gather requirements and present to clients with strong written and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of ETL/ELT processes and tools for data integrationThe annual salary range for this position is $74,000.00-$124,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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