Data Analyst

Data AnalystLocation: Houston- onsite 4 days per week & Friday remoteLong term- Contract to hireInterview Process: 2 roundsRough notes from manager:WM (they like to be called WM, they are REMARKETING FROM ONLY being called WASTE MANAGEMENT)working BUSINESS GROUP, DOING POC, PILOTS, WORKING W/TECHNICAL TEAM AND BUSINESS, (EX:WHAT IF WE MOVE INTO POWERAPPS, THEY EXPERIEMENT, WITHIN DIGITAL ORGANIZATION)2 OPENINGSTHIS PERSON WILL SUPPORT OPERATIONS SIDE, ROUND NAVIGATOR APPS ( ROUTES DRIVERS TAKE), NOT JUST WORKING ON 1 PROJECT, BROAD ROADMAP, THEY ARE VERY PROACTIVE, HOW TO MAKE DATA ACCESSIBLE TO THE ( BUSINESS ANALYST AND DATA, LOOK AT THE BUSINESS PROBLEM ) - MULE BETWEEN BUSINESS AND IT, COMMUNICATION SKILLS, TALK WITH STAKEHOLDERSMAYBE WRITING USER STORIES 60 DATA /40 BUSINESS%MID LEVEL ( 4-8 YEARS )WANT TO BRING ON FULL TIME ( 2-3 YEARS) CONVERSION AFTER EOYBusiness/Product line : Business OptimizationAdvantage(A/B, GTW, SOW): B60/40- business vs dataWhy is the role open? Additional resources neededProject info/background:o Not tied to a specific projecto Going to be a part of all data collection projects for WMo Going to be doing multiple things, ideally would like a variety of experienceo They may get 10 requests a week, need someone to organize and prioritize- mostly getting requests from the business sideFuture:o Long term they would role into (Business Product Owner)- thinking in like 2-3 yearsEducation or Certifications: -Level of experience: Mid Level type resourceTop must-have technologies/requirements:Business Analyst with data experience- working with userso Will be writing user storieso Working on POCs/PilotsData GovernanceData ManagementAtlan- Data Catalog tool- would like Data lineage/catalog experienceWill be interacting with field a lot as well as stakeholdersFabric is a nice to have- in process of implementingData VisualizationSQL Skills- just writing and reading queriesThey use Snowflake and TOADPowerBIJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist with strategic data management, data governance, data mapping, and maximize usability and accessibility across the organization. This role is crucial for ensuring that our data is accurate, complete and consistent, as well as ensuring data literacy which will drive better business outcomes.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.Assist in the development and implementation of data management strategies to ensure data quality and integrity.Support data governance initiatives to maintain data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.Perform data mapping to ensure seamless integration and interoperability of data across various systems.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to democratize data, making it accessible and usable for decision-making processes.Conduct data analysis POC to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform business strategies.Develop and maintain data documentation, including data dictionaries/catalog, metadata, and data lineage. This will also include artifacts for user support like Job Aids, Training videos, etc.Provide training and support to team members on data-related tools and best practices.Utilize data to uncover opportunities and spark new ideas during the ideation phase.Assist in defining, project objectives, success criteria, and key performance indicators (KPIs)Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNo supervisory skills are required in this job.QualificationsA. Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, information systems, or a related field.Proven experience in data analysis, data management, and data governance.Experience with data catalog tools and metadata management.Proficient with Snowflake, Atlan & MS Fabric (Preferred)Strong knowledge of data mapping techniques and tools.Proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI) and SQL, in addition to MS Office.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance standards.B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other RequirementsC. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities RequiredStrategic Data Management: Strategic approach to data management, including defining rules for identifying "outdated" or "duplicate" data and leveraging tools to enforce these rulesAutomation Tools: Experience with automation tools and technologies to streamline data hygiene processes, such as automated data validation and cleanupData Management and Governance: Understanding of data governance principles and the ability to implement data management frameworks to ensure data quality and complianceProcess Mapping and Data Mapping: Research and collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and document current data flow processes that drive operational outcomes, as well as ideate and deploy future-facing outcomes.Optimization Recommendations: Based on Data Collection and Analysis results, develop recommendations for optimizing data flow to improve efficiency, reduce waste, drive data maturity across a value chain, and enhance overall performance.Collaborative Implementation: Work closely with stakeholders from different departments to implement recommended process improvements. Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth implementation and monitor performance post-implementation.SQL and Relational Databases: Ability to extract and manipulate data using SQL. Knowledge of joins, aggregations, macros and functions is essential.Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information in an accessible manner. Must have keen audience awareness to be brief for executive audiences and communicate meaningfully where non-technical parties need visibility.Work EnvironmentListed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday.Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely.Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely.Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely.Normal setting for this job is: office setting.