Strategic Business Analyst

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. Highest-signal resume keywords Data Analysis Power BI Dashboard Development SQL Querying and Data Integration Python Scripting and Automation Agile Methodologies ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Data Analysis Business Intelligence Power BI SQL Python JavaScript APIs Quality Assurance Testing Data Modeling DAX Soft Skills Customer-Facing Skills Presentation Skills Documentation Skills Cross-Functional Collaboration Industry Keywords Local Government Planning Permitting Systems Data Quality Operational Efficiency Continuous Improvement Tools & Technologies Jira SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) SharePoint Teams Visio Excel PowerPoint Accela Civic Platform #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor