Job Title:  Data Analytics Lead
Duration: 12 months (contract)
Location:  Hartford, CT (Remote)

Key Skills: Data Management & Pipeline Expertise (ETL, Databases, Power BI), Data Analysis & Programming (Python/R, Statistical Methods), Data Governance & Quality Assurance

About the Role: Are you a strategic thinker who can harness the power of data to drive innovation and improve services? Do you possess a unique blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and leadership abilities? If so, this role is for you.

As the Data Analytics and Strategy Lead, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and expanding a robust, scalable, and accessible data practice that supports the state’s initiatives. Your focus will be on leveraging data to improve service delivery, optimize workflows, and enable data-driven decision-making across functions. This role requires an individual who can bridge the gap between technical and business teams, using data to inform strategies, solve problems, and create solutions.


Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Strategy and Leadership:
   • Lead the development and execution of data practice, aligning strategies with organizational goals and ensuring broad adoption of data analytics.
   • Work closely with stakeholders to identify data needs, design data solutions, and prioritize initiatives that drive wide impact.
   • Mentor non-technical teams, building their confidence in using data for decision-making and strategic planning.
   • Develop clear, actionable data strategies that drive organizational improvement and innovation.
2. Analysis and Insights:
   • Analyze complex data sets to uncover trends, identify pain points, and provide actionable insights that help improve services and optimize processes.
   • Design and present data visualizations (e.g., dashboards, reports) tailored to different stakeholders, ranging from operational teams to executive leadership.
   • Create and communicate data-driven recommendations that support wide initiatives and foster a data-centric culture.
3. Technical Maintenance and Expansion:
   • Maintain and enhance existing data infrastructure, including pipelines, databases, and dashboards (e.g., Power BI).
   • Develop strategies to scale data systems to accommodate growing data needs, ensuring high performance and data integrity.
   • Oversee ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to integrate data from new sources, improving the state’s data workflows.
4. User Engagement and Enablement:
   • Design and deliver training programs to empower non-technical teams to effectively use data and insights in their daily work.
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop KPIs and frameworks for measuring the success of data-driven initiatives.
   • Facilitate workshops, office hours, and regular updates to ensure ongoing alignment and collaboration across teams.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   • Act as a liaison between technical teams (data engineers, IT) and business stakeholders (policy makers, program managers) to ensure data solutions meet organizational needs.
   • Work with leadership, IT, and other departments to align priorities and drive data-related projects to completion.
   • Collaborate with external partners to enhance data collection, analysis, and reporting practices.

Experience Required:

• Data Collection & Analysis: At least 3 years of experience in:
  • Analyzing user data and metrics to drive business and operational goals.
  • Using data to identify problems and develop solutions.
  • Utilizing predictive analysis, gap analysis, and statistical methods.
  • Bridging the gap between technical teams, product teams, and customer-facing teams.
  • Developing data models to enhance the collection and analysis of data.
  • Crafting and presenting data-driven insights and reports, especially using Power BI.
• Technical Expertise: At least 3 years of experience in:
  • Managing data pipelines, ETL processes, and databases (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Azure Data Lake).
  • Proficiency in Python or R for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Administering analytics tools (Google Analytics, GTM, SPSS, Excel).
  • Using business intelligence platforms like Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
  • Integrating data from various on-premises and cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft, Azure, Salesforce).
  • Applying data governance, data quality practices, and security protocols.
• Strategy, Communication & Governance: At least 3 years of experience in:
  • Developing and executing a comprehensive data strategy that includes training, tool development, and ongoing support.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data initiatives forward.
  • Communicating complex data findings to diverse audiences, from technical to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Training teams on data usage and its impact on operational efficiency.
  • Developing KPIs and other performance metrics to measure success and improve services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with machine learning, AI, and cognitive service engine models.
• 2+ years of experience using Power BI or other visualization platforms.
• Background in Health, Business, or Education domains.
• Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) platforms like Salesforce or web content management systems like Sitecore.
• Experience in API development, marketing metrics, and project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Business, IT, Economics).

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