Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleData Analyst 1

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Data Management

50 Wolf Road

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12232

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and either: satisfactory completion of a two-year traineeship or two years of experience* in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools.

*Substitution: A master’s degree in data or computer science, informatics, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, may substitute for one year of the specialized experience. A Ph.D. in the above fields may substitute for two years of the specialized experience.

Duties Description Under the direction of a Data Analyst 2, the Data Analyst 1 will devise methods for identifying data pattern and trends in data sources. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement databases, data collection systems and data analysis activities.

• Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources.

• Filter and clean data by reviewing computer reports, printouts, and performance indicators to locate and correct code and data problems. Verify data quality to ensure accurate analysis and reporting.

• Perform data extraction, aggregation, and quality checks from multiple sources and tables in support of trend identification and root cause analysis.

• Develop charts, graphs, tables, and graphics to interpret and present data in a meaningful way. Communicate insights and recommendations effectively.

• Contribute to data dictionary, standards, training, and ongoing updates. Contribute to improving business performance and driving data-driven decision-making.

• Work with other Data Analysts and management to develop and build analytic models in support of policy development and budgetary proposals.

• Utilize advanced analytical techniques to predict future infrastructure conditions and needs.

• Leverage programming expertise to build unique datasets and analytical programs.

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Additional Comments Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.
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The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.
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In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name John Coughlin

Telephone

Fax

Email Address dot.sm.mo.hr.personnel@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street 50 Wolf Road

Personnel Bureau

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12232

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number MO-24-451 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than October 18th, 2024, to dot.sm.mo.hr.personnel@dot.ny.gov