Senior Data Analyst (Internal Candidates Only)
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Senior Data Analyst (Internal Candidates Only)
Salary
$85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
EAASRDATAANALYSTESW07.28.25
Department
Office of the Governor
Opening Date
07/28/2025
Closing Date
7/31/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
1313 Sherman Street, Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
gov_hr@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Department Information
Department Information
Colorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. Governor Polis is focused on lowering health care costs for hardworking Coloradans, transitioning the state to renewable energy sources, ensuring every Colorado child gets a quality education, making housing more affordable and available, improving public safety, and building an economy that works for everyone. The Office of the Governor's staff includes budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling.
Mission of Governor's Office of Operations: To empower state agencies to build a culture of operational excellence and bold innovation driven by continuous performance improvement. For more information about the Operations team, visit our website here: https://operations.colorado.gov/ .
Description of Job
NOTE: This announcement is open only to eligible individuals currently employed within the Governor's Office of Operations, Office of the Governor. The announcement is for transparency purposes only to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Only applications from eligible individuals currently employed within the Governor's Office of Operations will be accepted.
Position: Senior Data Analyst
FLSA Status:Exempt
Summary of Functions: Supports the Governor's Office of Operations
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This role supports the execution of the initiatives of the Governor's Office of Operations to support the accurate, timely, and effective use of data for reporting and decision-making, as well as the achievement of the Administration's priorities. A strong candidate will have excellent database management and data analysis expertise, project management skills, and a thorough understanding of how data operations inform and support organizational strategy.
The person in this role will spearhead day-to-day technical data-related operations and build reports for the Governor's Office of Operations as an integral member of the team. They will lead the data strategy in accomplishing the broader goals of the Office of the Governor and compliance with the SMART Act.
The person in this role will demonstrate a culture of operational excellence throughout the executive branch by exhibiting the following attributes:
Ability to work with diverse datasets and data sources; query data , restructure databases, and understand data integrations.
Ownership and integrity as a data steward and trusted expert on data systems and data management.
Ability to coach team members and agency partners to develop and utilize strong data practices.
Creativity in finding and applying novel or large data sets to create a more holistic understanding of issues and inform decision-making.
Track record of creating plans and/or protocols that mitigate risks that may occur over a project lifetime.
Exhibit an attitude of a life-long learner, embracing new techniques to deliver high-quality work products and positive outcomes
Enthusiastic about the power of data and information to resolve conflict, build consensus, and drive action toward positive outcomes
The following is an overview of the tasks this role is responsible for executing:
Database Management
Analyze, propose, design, implement, test, and maintain data systems (e.g. Tableau, Excel), structures, and outputs
Develop procedures to ensure data accuracy, reliability, and security, in conjunction with OIT policies and all other State data requirements.
Research and resolve data system issues identified, vet system enhancement requests, and communicate updates to appropriate users and stakeholders
Configure data system access, permissions, workflows, and language.
Coordinate with OIT and other State teams to support cross-functional data tools, systems, and resources related to the Governor's Office use of data
Data Visualization
Lead on the development, testing, maintenance, and operations of the Governor's Dashboard, including identifying and implementing improvement opportunities in partnership with team leadership and, when appropriate, third parties such as OIT or external vendors.
Serve as the Governor's Office of Operations subject matter expert on data visualization, including use of visualization platforms, accessibility of data visualizations, tools, and methodologies.
Create and maintain project timelines and project plans, training and test plans, risk management plans, and change management plans as it relates to the Office's data systems.
Data Operations and Process Improvement
Function as internal consultant for best practices on all processes related to how the Governor's Office of Operations leverages data; report creation, data integrations, data-mapping, inter-agency collaboration and data-sharing, data integrity, dissemination, and data gathering
Advise on existing and emerging risks associated with data operations, identifying strategies to mitigate risks and improve efficiency
Advise on and ensure data operations align with other Statewide data-related efforts (e.g. data privacy policy)
Analysis for Decision-Making
Develop analyses and data visualizations as needed to inform decision-making by Governor's Office staff and executive leadership.
Synthesize large data sets and strategically structure analyses to convey critical information to decision-makers.
General
Adheres to all health and safety policies in the planning and execution of activities
Uses word processing, spreadsheet, database, and scheduling software applications to prepare correspondence, plans, reports, schedules, and other documents related to projects
Provides continuous effort to improve operations, streamline processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service
Participates in project teams as required
Participates in and coordinates conferences and workshops
Represents the Governor's Office and regularly interacts with Departmental Executive Staff
Other duties as requested and required.
Expected Annual Travel
Minimal
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in information technology, database administration, statistics, or a related field and 2 years related work experience.
A minimum of 1 year experience as a data analyst with the Governor's Office of Operations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in information technology, database administration, statistics, or closely related field.
Demonstrated experience working with APIs and other data integration tools/methods.
Demonstrated experience working with Tableau and other cloud-based data visualization tools.
Conditions of Employment:Must be currently employed with the Governor's Office of Operations, Office of the Governor.
Supplemental Information
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:
Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year)
Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year)
12 paid holidays per year
Medical and dental plans
State paid life insurance policy of a minimum of $50,000 or 1x annual salary
Choice of 2 retirement plans
401K and 457 plans
State paid Short Term Disability coverage
Additional optional life and disability plans
Credit Union Membership
RTD pass
Training and professional development
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits .
Inclusion and Belonging
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success , and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADAAA Accommodations
The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator (the Senior Human Resources Director) at gov_hr@state.co.us.
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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