Salary : $65,748.00 – $88,416.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County – Olympia, WA
Job Type: Project (limited duration)
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2023-05476
Department: Employment Security Department
Division: Data Architecture, Testing, & Analysis
Opening Date: 07/05/2023
Closing Date: 7/12/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Our ideal candidate possesses expert knowledge in workforce programs, such as Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA), WIOA Title III – Wagner-Peyser, Title I, and ESD’s National Dislocated Workers Grants.
Our ideal candidate will also have a strong understanding of the WIOA performance reporting and are skilled in analyzing and researching data to support these programs. Our ideal candidate will have experience in evaluating business processes, performing risk and impact analyses, and recommending process improvements.
The Data Architecture, Transformation and Analytics (DATA) Division is your one-stop data shop comprised of state/regional economists, economic analysts, researchers, and many others who collect and analyze data about Washington’s employment conditions, economy, job market and workforce. The Data Architecture, Transformation and Analytics division provides research and analysis, program evaluation, and actuarial analysis in response to federal and state legislative mandates, stakeholder requests and ESD needs.
Note: This is a full-time project position with an approximate end date of 05/31/2024
**The salary listed for this job includes the Legislative approved four percent general wage increase for state employees effective as of July 1, 2023.
Duties
The Data Integrity (DI) team applies analytical and technical processes and methods in order to fulfill the WorkSource system reporting needs. WorkSource data is the primary subject.
Some of what your duties may look like:
- Create knowledge base of Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) at both the programmatic and reporting level to serve as an additional TAA subject matter expert on the Data Integrity team.
- Produce or contribute to the production of quarterly expenditure reporting for TAA.
- Research and analyze database structures within current Case Management system and assist the Business Intelligence unit with requirements for data characterization and migration to the Management Information System (MIS) successor system.
- Analyze data to ensure policies and procedures are being followed.
- Build, support and provide reports built using SQL Reporting and Power BI Reporting Business Objects within the MIS, for all ESD staff and partner agencies.
- Gather and analyze information on federal reporting deficits or federal reporting needs. Identify if the deficit is related to configuration or reporting, refine, and clarify the definition of that need, and define a solution scope that can be feasibly implemented by business or MIS CMS vendor. Ensure the solution delivered will meet the needs of business and/or federal reporting.
- Provide technical assistance regarding reporting requirements for the workforce development system.
- Work with ESD System Trainers to ensure operations will provide appropriate data for use in State, Federal and Operational Reports.
- Research and study emerging performance analysis techniques, new resources, and data attributes and limitations.
- Monitor regional, state, and national performance activity, labor market articles and other related news releases, study workforce development program data and reports, and confer with other performance analysts to identify areas needing study, and trends and their effects on local and statewide performance.
Qualifications
- A Master’s degree or equivalent in a Ph.D. program in Economics, Information Technology, or closely allied field; and three (3) years of professional experience in data analysis.
OR
- The Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Information Technology, or closely allied field; and four (4) years of professional experience in data analysis
OR
- Two (2) years as an Economic Analyst in State service.
- Professional experience in economic analysis may be substituted, year for year, for the required education, provided a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Information Technology, or closely allied field has been obtained.
- Additional graduate training in Economics, Information Technology, or may be substituted, year for year, for experience.
OR
- A combination of education and/or relevant experience, totaling eight (8) years.
Ideal Candidates will have these desirable experience(s) or certifications:
- Data Analytics: Strong familiarity with research, evaluation, and analytics to support various projects and programs.
- Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Experience: A deep understanding of the TAA program, as it is crucial for multiple Projects and overall team efficiency.
- Collaborative Team Player: Proven success in working on team projects, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, personability, and an ability to easily work with others.
- Business Writing: Proficient in various writing styles, such as technical, business, and professional writing, to clearly communicate in a subject matter expert capacity.
- Technical Skills: Expertise in writing and executing queries within the SQL Server Management Environment is essential for managing data and assisting with various tasks.
Additional Requirements of Employment:
- Must be able to pass an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Claim & Benefit Information Review.
- Must be able to travel as needed.
Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume with your through the “Add Attachments” field. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see attachments” may be considered incomplete.
Supplemental Information
Our agency’s mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others, and are at the core of who we are. We value Access, Love, Belonging, Equity, and Stewardship. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key; that’s why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value, and trust, our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.
Opportunity for AllWe strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Thomas A. Di Giorgio or the Talent Acquisition Team.
If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact Careers Help or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960, Washington Relay 711.
This recruitment may be used to fill additional agency-wide positions in accordance with Article 4 of the WFSE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Candidates who are offered a job with ESD must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That’s why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems’ web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
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I understand that in order to be considered for this position I must include a resume and letter of interest with this applicant packet.
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- No
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Are you a current or former Washington state employee?
- Yes
- No
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Please describe how your experience and/or education qualifies you as a Data Analyst. Please include your experience with:1) Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)2) WIOA Title I (Adult, Youth, and Dislocated Worker)3) WIOA Title III – Wagner-Peyser (Self-Service, General WP, Veterans, Migrant Seasonal Farmworkers (MSFW))
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Please describe a time when you independently, or collaboratively, performed a complex data and statistical analysis, involving data collection, data manipulation, and analytical modeling.
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