Data Analyst, Virginia Office of Education Economics
Data Analyst, Virginia Office of Education Economics
Richmond, VA
The Virginia Office of Education Economics (VOEE) housed within the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Data Analyst to support a portfolio of ongoing work that includes the development and analysis of data sets to examine Labor Supply/Demand, Career Pathways, Skills and other areas of interest in education and workforce. Recently created through legislation, VOEE is tasked with providing a unified, consistent source of data and analysis on talent and education and labor market alignment. VOEE's work will inform policy and practice changes and lead to innovation throughout the Commonwealth to improve outcomes for students, workers and industry. This position is an opportunity to join this new team at VEDP and help build this first in the nation office.
For more than two decades, VEDP has served as Virginia's state economic development authority. Like the special Commonwealth that it serves, VEDP is regarded as among the best in the country. As a quasi-independent state authority governed by a board of directors that spans gubernatorial administrations, VEDP is a nonpartisan organization with stable leadership and nimble, creative, mission-focused operations. VEDP offers a dynamic, collaborative, high-profile, fast-paced professional environment where a strategic, integrated, action-oriented approach is the standard.
Responsibilities:
• Compile and analyze state data sets including workforce and educational data to develop a data framework for VOEE and answer a variety of education and workforce research questions.
• Work collaboratively with data analysts at partner institutions.
• Work with data tools like Burning Glass and Emsi for data compilation and analysis.
• Use Tableau or other data tools for data visualization efforts.
• Use survey tools like Qualtrics for data collection activities.
• Respond to research and analysis requests, as needed.
• Support discrete projects and workstreams, as needed
Skills:
• Excellent computer proficiency, particularly with spreadsheet (Excel) and presentation (PowerPoint) development
• Familiarity with educational and workforce data
• Familiarity with Emsi and Burning Glass products or other subscribed data services
• Familiarity with Tableau, Python, SQL, Stata or other data & statistical analysis software
• Familiarity with quantitative research methods
• Excellent strategic analysis and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and work under time pressure
• Ability to use computerized databases for project management, as requested
Education/Experience:
• A bachelor's degree in education, data analytics, mathematics, social science, business, or a related field or equivalent work experience; master's degree preferred
• Experience in quantitative analysis and applying quantitative skills to solving problems
• Passion for analyzing data and communicating insights in visually compelling ways
• Knowledge of the public workforce and education system preferred
Under Executive Directive #18, effective September 1, 2021, all employees must disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status to designated Human Resources personnel. If fully vaccinated, employees are required to submit vaccination documentation to designated Human Resources personnel. Those who are not fully vaccinated or have not disclosed their current vaccination status, must undergo weekly COVID-19 testing. All weekly testing results must be disclosed to designated Human Resources personnel.
All candidates must apply through our website: https://www.vedp.org/about-vedp
A cover letter is required. A valid Virginia driver's license is required. Salary minimum: $55,000. Application deadline: January 28, 2022.
VEDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. It is VEDP's intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applicants requiring more information or requiring assistance may contact VEDP Human Resources at 1-804-545-5634 or vedphr@vedp.org. TDD 1-800-828-1120.