Senior Data Analyst - Child Welfare

Guidehouse; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning Opportunities

Mobility Stipend

Job summary

Guidehouse in Austin, TX seeks a Data Analyst with strong child welfare domain expertise to translate program needs into data-driven insights, scalable reporting, and actionable dashboards. You will partner with agency stakeholders to define analytics needs and translate policy into clear KPIs and reporting logic.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in data analytics or BI, and proficiency in Power BI, SQL, and Python.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• At least 3 years of data analytics, BI, or reporting experience.
• Experience building dashboards with Power BI.
• Experience with SQL and Python for data pipelines.
• Strong ability to translate stakeholder needs into metrics and visuals.

Responsibilities

• Partner with agency stakeholders to gather requirements and define analytics needs.
• Assess and prepare data from multiple systems for analytics use cases.
• Design and develop dashboards that drive action and decision making.
• Translate programs and policies into KPIs and reporting logic.
• Collaborate across program, policy, and technical teams to align reporting.

Skills

Power BI

SQL

Python

Data analytics

Dashboard design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Family:Data Science ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWe are seeking a Data Analyst with strong child welfare domain expertise to support a state agency modernization effort. This role focuses on working directly with agency stakeholders to translate program needs into data-driven insights, scalable reporting, and actionable dashboards.You will play a central role in strengthening how the agency uses data to support program oversight, decision-making, and service delivery for children and families. This role offers the opportunity to shape how a state agency uses data to support critical decisions impacting children and families, while building scalable reporting and analytics capabilities that will have lasting impact.What You Will Do:Partner with agency stakeholders to gather requirements and define analytics and reporting needsAssess and prepare data from multiple systems for analytics and reporting use casesDesign and develop operational and decision-support dashboards that drive actionTranslate program workflows and policy into clear metrics, KPIs, and reporting logicBuild and publish user-centered data products that are accessible and meaningful to business usersAdvise stakeholders on opportunities to expand the role and impact of data across the agencyCollaborate across program, policy, and technical teams to align reporting with business prioritiesWhat You Will Need:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/universityBased on our contractual obligations, candidate must be located within the United States and US CitizenMust be able to obtain and maintain a federal public trustPrior experience in child welfare, human services, or related social programs (state agency, consulting, or nonprofit)Minimum 3 + years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or reportingProven experience developing dashboards (preferred: Power BI)Experience with SQL and PythonAbility to prepare and execute data pipelines and integrationsStrong experience preparing, transforming, and structuring data for reporting and analyticsExperience with structured and unstructured dataExperience working directly with stakeholders to gather requirements and design user-centered data productsAbility to translate business needs into actionable insights and visualizationPreference will be given to candidates living in and around Austin, TX, Atlanta, GA and Baton Rouge, LAWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Experience supporting state or county child welfare agenciesFamiliarity with CCWIS or large human services system environmentsExperience working across multiple data sources or legacy systemsExposure to data governance, metric standardization, or reporting strategy effortsExperience building executive-level dashboards or performance reportingThe annual salary range for this position is $102,000.00-$170,000.00. 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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