Data Analyst/Webmaster
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Insurance (IDOI):
The purpose of the Indiana Department of Insurance is to protect Hoosiers as they purchase and use insurance products to keep their assets and their families from loss or harm. Consumers may need assistance with certain claim situations or just help in understanding how their policies work. Our other primary obligation is to monitor the financial solvency of the insurance companies domiciled in Indiana so that the legal promises made in insurance policies are honored. To these ends, our Department staff is committed to providing exceptional customer service for both our consumers and our companies, and to maintain a fair and objective viewpoint as we examine each issue and circumstance within our jurisdiction.
Role Overview:
The Data Analyst/Webmaster position is to support the Chief Data Officer and the IDOI as a whole. And to develop and manage the IDOI's website, custom applications, and databases. They will assist each division to simplify, enhance, and modernize the IDOI's workflows, improves data quality and usefulness, and prepares the IDOI to leverage A.I. in the future.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $61,022.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Serves as project lead/subject matter expert for specific data sources, as assigned.
- Reviews and provides feedback on the work products of other analysts.
- Responsible for transferring raw data to the appropriate location for use in data analysis projects.
- Wrangles, cleans, and validates agency data sources with minimal guidance.
- Conducts general analysis of agency datasets; serves as project lead, as assigned.
- Contributes to complex analysis of agency datasets, as requested.
- Conducts data quality checks to ensure the validity and cleanliness of agency datasets prior to their use in analysis and reporting.
- Oversee and review projects completed by associate analysts, as requested by senior analyst.
- Interprets data and from multiple sources using a variety of analytical techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation, to data mining, to more complex statistical methodologies.
- Collaborates with internal and external partners to develop novel ways of using and reporting out data.
- Provides technical assistance to program areas for the creation of reports and grant deliverables.
- Develops compelling data visualizations to communicate findings to target audience(s).
- Presents key findings and summaries of results to internal and external stakeholders.
- Adheres to HIPAA, PII, PHI and other state statutes concerned with protecting data confidentiality and individual privacy.
- Some essential functions of this position may be performed onsite at the agency’s worksite or other assigned worksites while some essential functions of this position may be eligible for work from home authorization in accordance with policy. Remote work authorization is not automatic and is dependent upon operational needs and agency approval.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either
- a Bachelor’s Degree with some experience
- an Associate's Degree with 2+ years of experience, or
- at least 4+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
- Experience with data manipulation, including cleansing, standardizing, and transforming preferred.
- General knowledge of statistical software, open-source programming languages, and database querying.
- General knowledge of at least two of the following is preferred: SQL, Tableau, R, Python, ArcGIS and/or PowerBI.
- Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
- Broad knowledge of data analysis, analytics, or statistics or demonstrated ability to learn.
- Ability to work in a team environment with multiple and fluid demands.
- Ability to maintain effective and professional working relationships with internal and external customers.
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
