REQUIRED SKILLS:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, economics, engineering, or computer science and 3+ years of related experience generally required. Will accept any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience.
* Experience applying technology to business programs - ability to quantitatively describe problems and engineer solutions.
* 1-2 years experience manipulating data (obtain, scrub, explore, model, interpret data) using advanced Excel formulas, Microsoft Access, Tableau, Minitab, and/or SQL editors like AQT, Toad, SQL Developer, etc, in order to communicate related insights.
* Knowledge of using Business Intelligence platforms, processes, and tools to develop, design, and build BI systems, models and analytic frameworks. BI platforms include MicroStrategy (preferred), Business Objects, and/or Cognos, etc.
* Knowledge of best practices and principles for SQL, query design, data validation/automation, analytic functions and differences between various database implementations, such as Netezza, Oracle, Teradata, DB2, SQL server, and/or MS Access.
* Knowledge of ETL, data modeling, dashboards, report design, analytics, and data mining.
* Strong MS Excel and MS Access skills.
* Strong written and oral communication skills, presentation skills, and the ability to build relationships.
* Ability to identify details within an ambiguous environment.
* Methodical, organized approach to work.
* Curious, creative approach to challenges.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and readily and effectively communicate. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include ability to effectively see within an office environment, which may include long term computer exposure, and to adjust focus accordingly.
Employee may occasionally be required to travel by automobile, airplane or other method of travel.
The duties of the job are primarily performed in an office environment. There is some exposure to noise in the work environment, which is usually mild to moderate.
