Reporting & Data Analyst

Job Title: Reporting & Data Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 59359

Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services

Location: Edmonton

Work Type: Full Time

Hours: 36.25 hours per week

Employment Term: Permanent

Application Scope: Open Competition

Application Deadline: June 12, 2024

Job Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment

Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967 - $94,068/year)

About the Position

The Government of Alberta is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the community we serve. Join our team, where diversity, inclusion, and innovation are integral to our values and practices. Explore more about our diversity and inclusion commitments .

About Seniors, Community and Social Services

The Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services provides comprehensive support for seniors, families, and communities in Alberta. Our services include disability support, financial aid, affordable housing, homeless services, and other community-centered programs. Discover more about our ministry .

Digital Business Solutions Unit

The Digital Business Solutions Unit addresses the needs of Alberta’s most vulnerable populations through affordable housing and senior support programs. We manage information strategies, document processes, and promote knowledge management. Join us to make a difference.

Role Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled Reporting & Data Analyst to join the Housing Division at Seniors, Community and Social Services (SCSS). In this role, you’ll lead data analysis and reporting initiatives, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our data systems. You'll analyze complex datasets and derive actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and policy development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead data analysis to extract trends from large datasets related to our programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address data requirements and develop data-driven solutions.
• Oversee data collection, validation, and cleansing for accuracy and integrity.
• Create and maintain data models, databases, and dashboards for data visualization and reporting.
• Guide and supervise junior data analysts to ensure quality deliverables.
• Implement data quality assurance measures and compliance protocols.
• Communicate data findings and insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay updated on emerging trends, best practices, and technologies in data analysis and reporting.
• Support strategic initiatives and performance metrics within SCSS.
• Collaborate with the Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Team to enhance decision-making and outcomes.
• Develop training materials and conduct training sessions on data analysis tools and techniques.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on data analysis within the ministry.

APS Competencies

Competencies are essential behaviors required to achieve our goals in serving Albertans. Understand and demonstrate these competencies during the recruitment process:

• Systems Thinking: Evaluate the broader impacts and processes to inform decisions.
• Develop Networks: Establish credibility and relationships in diverse environments to build trust.
• Creative Problem Solving: Identify barriers and propose innovative solutions with various stakeholders.
• Agility: Adapt quickly to changes and foster agile practices.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Promote expertise sharing and achieve ministry outcomes by bringing the right people together.
• Develop Self and Others: Stay ahead with emerging approaches and technologies.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field.
• At least