NEOGOV · 13 hours ago
Data Analyst - Public Education
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$50K/yr - $50K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Data Analyst for the Public Education team to perform Python programming for simulations of the state's public school finance system. The role involves supporting budget analysts, responding to data requests, and conducting fiscal and policy analyses to assist legislative work.
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Responsibilities
Assist with the maintenance and deployment of the data and technical systems that comprise the school finance model
Conduct quality assurance procedures to produce accurate and complete work products
Complete ad hoc requests and analyses in Excel or Python to be distributed to a variety of audiences
Communicate effectively by adequately simplifying and translating complex data and providing high level summaries and options for a variety of audiences, use language appropriate for the audience
Assist with the development and implementation of Public Education policy reports
Coordinate and collaborate with other LBB analysts on budget, performance, and revenue issues, as appropriate
Work collaboratively with other teams to effectively support legislative deliberations and agency success
Contribute to or complete additional assignments that meet agency or legislative needs
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
Experience in Python with demonstrable intermediate proficiency
Experience in Excel with demonstrable intermediate proficiency
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of Legislative functions, procedures, and public administration practices
Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify strengths, weaknesses, and solutions to novel problems
Skill in using Python, Git, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications for research and presenting conclusions
Skill in developing and maintaining data and technical systems
Ability to decode mathematical formulas from complex text to understand the fiscal implications of legislation
Ability to effectively engage team members and encourage interpersonal relationships
Ability to work on computers for extended periods of time
Ability to plan, think ahead, and anticipate problems
Ability to research and develop expertise in team-specific topics
Skill in maintaining confidentiality and objectivity, using sound reasoning to determine course of action and express ideas without bias
Skill in listening and responding appropriately in a variety of settings
Embrace agency mission/core values and follow policies, procedures, and processes
Work effectively with LBB management and staff, as well as all external customers
Coordinate, collaborate and employ good interpersonal skills; demonstrate positive outlook
Balance concurrent projects, work under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities/deadlines
Act with motivation, organization, and attention to details; complete tasks with an appropriate level of independence
Be punctual and have regular attendance
Work overtime on nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary to meet agency deadlines
Preferred
A graduate degree preferred but not required
Experience in the fields of public education or public policy, especially with the Texas public school finance system, preferred, but not required
Interest in learning to use new technologies and develop expertise in public education policy
Benefits
Health Insurance and Optional Coverages available
TexFlex Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Plan
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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