NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Data Specialist I- Management Information Systems- (Provisional)
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $64K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is a company that supports data programs for the City of Buffalo. The Data Specialist I role involves developing, supporting, and enhancing data programs, analyzing data to generate insights, and improving interdepartmental data sharing.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Assists in developing and implementing plans and goals for the program
Partners with departments to develop and build data models in support of analytic use cases to drive evidence-based decisions and increase operational efficiency
Maintains open datasets and conducts routine portal maintenance and development to ensure data integrity and optimize value of open data
Conducts ad-hoc analysis using statistical techniques and provides ongoing reports for select City initiatives
Contextualizes and visualizes data to illuminate areas of need for the City
Summarizes results, creates written reports and collaborates with staff to develop business intelligence solutions
Provides input on current approaches and recommends improvements to best achieve goals
Performs data extraction, aggregation, and quality checks from multiple sources and tables in support of trend identification and root cause analysis
Designs, develops and maintains Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) processes for the data program
Assists in the design, development, and maintenance of the City’s Data Catalog
Performs other tasks as delegated by the Chief Information Officer or their designee
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education, in Data Analytics, Data Science, Data Mining, Information Management, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Data Visualization, or a related field
OR Associates Degree from a college, university, or business/technical institute accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education in Data Analytics, Data Science, Data Mining, Information Management, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Data Visualization or a closely related field, and one (1) year of full-time qualifying experience
OR Completion of a program of instruction (minimum of 300 hours) in Data Analytics, Data Science, Data Mining, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering Data Visualization, or a closely related field, and five (5) years of full-time qualifying experience
OR An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A, B, and C
Must be working experience with technical data models, research, data collection, statistics and analytical report preparation, preferably in a government setting – working with data analytics software programs such as Tableau, Microsoft Power BI, SAS, IBM Watson, Python, Excel and Google Analytics
Experience in at least one query/data program language such as SQL, R, and Python
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of open data and data science
Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws and policies governing open data and data management
Good knowledge of the geographic, social and economic structure of the City of Buffalo
Analytical capabilities (i.e., quantitative data analysis and qualitative investigation such as research, interviews, and observations)
Skill in reporting and visualization software, with strong presentation skills
Skill in using various computerized platforms and formats for disseminating data to and from multiple data sources
Skill in project management, performance management, and facilitation
Skill in Microsoft suite, statistical language and scripting such as R, SQL and Python
Ability to learn new systems and technology
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others
Self-starter with good organizational skills
Creative and critical thinking
Exceptional drive for impact
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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