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Position Description The Data Analyst will work on cross-functional data streams as part of the central data analytics team at Rocketship Public schools. Initially, the data analyst will primarily support work to transition our data architecture from a vendor's manage data warehouse to the organization's new data architecture. This will include tasks such as building data models and data sources, updating visualizations, supporting the rebuild of ETL pipeline, and documenting systems.
\n Essential FunctionsGather requirements from stakeholders and technical documentation from data vendors and provide initial data schema solutions.Build data models and data sources in in DBTBuild and rebuild Looker and Tableau visualizations under the new data architectureUse dagster to support data orchestration and ETL pipelinesDocument data systems for internal and end user supportAdministrate security access controls to secure both data and systems Required QualificationsAt least one year of professional experience in a data field.Experience writing code to create data sources for visualization.An ability to critically think WITH stakeholders and iteratively create the solution they NEED (as opposed to the one they initially want). Ability to clearly document data systems and organize the documentation for internal technical support and end users. Preferred QualificationsExperience with K-12 Education dataProven success in a collaborative, team-oriented environmentSpecific coding skill in R, Python and SQLExperience with visualization tools Tableau and LookerExperience with ETL tools DBT and DagsterBachelor's degree (or equivalent) in mathematics, computer science, economics or statistics.Experience with Google BigQueryExperience using code repository software to maintain code and version control Experience administrating security access controls to secure both data and systemsPreferred location in San Francisco Bay Area, Washington DC, Milwaukee or Nashville.
\nPhysical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.
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