Senior Data Analyst- AI

Senior Data Analyst (AI) Our client is a large public sector organization based in Houston, TX 77002. This role is a one‑year contract position within a hybrid work environment, working day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. What Matters Most Competitive pay of $33.00 per hour Schedule: Mon – Fri / 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Hybrid work location: Houston, TX 77002 Contract with career growth and opportunity Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card Eligibility for enrollment in dental, vision, medical insurance and 401(k) through The Reserves Network Referral bonus program Job Description Lead the development, deployment, and governance of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence solutions that drive data‑informed decision‑making across local government. Responsibilities Develop machine learning models, predictive analytics solutions, natural language processing (NLP) tools, and AI‑powered automations. Lead end‑to‑end model development, including data acquisition, feature engineering, model training and validation, deployment and monitoring. Apply Responsible AI principles to ensure fairness, transparency, explainability, accountability, and compliance. Establish and maintain data quality standards, metadata management practices, and comprehensive model documentation. Partner with Information Technology and Cybersecurity teams to ensure secure handling of sensitive and regulated data. Support the development and implementation of AI ethics guidelines and model risk management frameworks. Identify opportunities to leverage AI and analytics to improve service delivery, reduce operational costs, and enhance community outcomes. Translate complex analytical findings into actionable business insights for executive leadership and non‑technical stakeholders. Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical guidance to analysts and departmental partners. Design and develop dashboards, automated reports, and data visualizations that communicate trends, forecasts, KPIs, and operational metrics. Integrate AI‑generated insights into reporting environments to support real‑time decision‑making and operational readiness. Develop and maintain business intelligence solutions, including Power BI dashboards, to support transparency, executive reporting, and organizational performance management. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering (preferred). 7+ years analytics experience. Python, SQL, Power, ML forecasting models, GenAI solutions using Azure. Experience with governance, compliance, and model documentation. Advanced SQL skills. Benefits and Perks $33 per hour. Medical benefits through agency. Holidays. Training and Growth. Equal Opportunity Employer The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Reserves Network