Strategic Business Analyst

Jobtailor

Lawrenceville (GA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a data analytics professional to drive advanced data analysis and build Power BI dashboards in support of operational and strategic decisions. You will validate data sources, present findings, and automate processes using Python, SQL, APIs, and JavaScript.

The role focuses on improving data quality, reliability, and performance across reporting systems, with collaboration across product and leadership teams. Expect a hands-on, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, CS, IS, business, statistics, or related field or equivalent experience.
3+ years in data analysis, systems analysis, BI, or related technical role.
Experience building dashboards in Power BI including data modeling, Power Query, and DAX.
Experience querying, validating, and integrating data using SQL with relational databases.
Experience developing scripts, applications, or automation using Python, JavaScript, APIs.
Experience QA testing, documenting defects, and validating data and system functionality.
Experience with Accela Civic Platform or similar local government systems.
Strong customer-facing, presentation, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced data and business analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making.
Validate data sources, calculations, and methodologies.
Present findings in a clear, timely, and actionable format.
Develop, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards, reports, and visualizations.
Monitor reporting refresh performance, usage, and stakeholder feedback.
Develop scripts, applications, reusable tools, and automation using Python, JavaScript, SQL, APIs, and other technologies.
Reduce manual effort, improve data quality, and enhance operational efficiency.
Advise Product Owners and departmental leadership on system configuration, data quality, reporting, performance, risks, and improvement areas.
Prepare technical documentation and conduct demonstrations, training, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
Maintain and enhance dashboards, integrations, scripts, and automation solutions for reliability, performance, security, and maintainability.
Identify continuous-improvement opportunities in reporting, data management, system performance, quality assurance, and business processes.
Recommend practical, data-informed solutions.

Skills

Data Analysis

Power BI Dashboard Development

SQL Querying

Python Scripting

APIs

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, CS, IS, Business, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Jira

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)

SharePoint

Teams

Visio

Excel

PowerPoint

Accela Civic Platform

Job description

Perform advanced data and business analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making
Validate data sources, calculations, and methodologies
Present findings in a clear, timely, and actionable format
Develop, maintain, and enhance Power BI dashboards, reports, and visualizations
Monitor reporting refresh performance, usage, and stakeholder feedback
Develop scripts, applications, reusable tools, and automation using Python, JavaScript, SQL, APIs, and other technologies
Reduce manual effort, improve data quality, and enhance operational efficiency
Advise Product Owners and departmental leadership on system configuration, data quality, reporting, performance, risks, and improvement areas
Prepare technical documentation and conduct demonstrations, training, and knowledge-sharing sessions
Maintain and enhance dashboards, integrations, scripts, and automation solutions for reliability, performance, security, and maintainability
Identify continuous-improvement opportunities in reporting, data management, system performance, quality assurance, and business processes
Recommend practical, data-informed solutions

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
3+ years of experience in data analysis, systems analysis, business intelligence, application support, or a related technical role (preferred)
Experience developing and maintaining dashboards and reports using Power BI, including data modeling, Power Query, and DAX (preferred)
Experience querying, validating, and integrating data using SQL and working with relational databases and enterprise data sources (preferred)
Experience developing scripts, applications, or automation using Python, JavaScript, APIs, or other programming languages (preferred)
Experience conducting quality assurance testing, documenting defects, and validating data and system functionality (preferred)
Experience with Accela Civic Platform and local government planning and permitting systems (preferred)
Strong customer-facing, presentation, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills (preferred)
Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), basic programming tools, SharePoint, Teams, Visio, Excel, and PowerPoint (preferred)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in data analysis, business intelligence, and dashboard development using Power BI, SQL, and Python. Capable of delivering actionable insights and improving operational efficiency through advanced data management and automation solutions.

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