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Broward County, FL

Senior Data Analyst & Visualization Specialist

Broward County, FL, Plantation, Florida, United States,


Salary:

$73,378.12 - $117,111.32 Annually

Location :

Plantation, FL

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Number:

1412300

Department:

MAP Administration

Opening Date:

05/22/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

Veterans' Preference Notice:

Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position

for Senior Data Analyst & Visualization Specialist (Senior GIS Analyst classification) within the Mobility Advancement Program.

***** This is not a remote position*****

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to resiliency, transparency, and accountability. This high-level position is intended to support the 30- Year Transportation Surtax Program-the Mobility Advancement Program (MAP Broward)-which is made up of hundreds of projects, services, studies, and systems across County agencies and 29 municipalities. The Sr. Data Analyst & Visualization Specialist reviews existing surtax data for accuracy and creates efficient models for accessing updated data on a regular basis. Data is used to create dashboards and other visual tools to inform stakeholders, subject matter experts, and the public about the program. The position supports the program's Independent Transportation Surtax Oversight Board through the continuous maintenance and improvements of internal databases, dashboards and reporting tools related to this vast and maturing program which is generating approximately $500M, annually.

To excel in the role, you will have extensive experience effectively (1) collaborating with internal partners, the ability to identify and implement innovative solutions; (2) leveraging the power of data, analytics, cognitive technologies, and incorporating Geographical Information Systems (GIS) technologies to generate insights and provide intelligence for decision-making; (3) performing advanced professional and highly technical analysis, design, and management of large Geographic Information System (GIS) projects and data processing systems activities, including systems analysis and programming.

These are key responsibilities in addition to those listed in the Classification Description:

Reviews existing or incoming data for accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation to ensure quality of information; source data must be catalogued and cited to provide transparency and accountability to the public and internal users.Designs, develops, and manages project-specific relational database applications using desktop and enterprise database software. Updates dashboard datasets, project spatial data, and automated scripts.Performs high-level data analysis and dashboard interface designs.Supports and participates in the design, development, and implementation of computer based and other systems.Develops business intelligence (BI) documentation.Maintains and manages the Enterprise ArcSDE enterprise geodatabases including performance of configuration and tuning, database security and access, database compression and version management, archiving, replication, and synchronization.Analyzes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data to identify spatial relationships or display results of analysis, using maps, graphs, charts, reports, or tabular data.Manages large, dynamic datasets to drive accurate project and program information.Coordinates GIS functions and uses with other departments, other agencies/jurisdictions, engineers, program stakeholders, and the public.Assists with analysis, research, design, and implementation of all mapping tools, templates, standards, and software.Researches technical issues and provides solutions; makes technological recommendations for improvements.Conducts research and attends training for professional development.Acts as a lead worker providing guidance, support, and leadership to other professional staff.Supports and participates in the design, development, and implementation of computer based and other systems.Demonstrates strong teamwork skills as well as ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Plans, executes, organizes, and implements MAP Program deliverables and related emerging technologies.Reports major activities through periodic meetings.Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning, engineering, geographic information science, spatial analysis, data analytics, computer science, or closely related field.

(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)

Requires four (4) years of professional experience analyzing, designing, or managing databases, including two (2) years of lead work experience.

Preferences:Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning, engineering, geographic information science, spatial analysis, data analytics, computer science, or closely related field.2 years + experience following, updating, developing, and implementing comprehensive written documentation/ instructions/policies and procedures related to database management, creation, and quality assurance.2 years + experience with business analytics dashboards (Microsoft Power BI, Tableau etc.) or other data visualization tools for complex projects/programs2 years + high-level analysis and dashboard interface design experience.2 years + experience with shell programming and scripting (Python, bash) or modern programming languages (Java,SQL)2 years + experience making public presentations; developing story boards; working collaboratively with diverse sets of public and private stakeholders, including local, state, and federal government officials.Certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Desktop CertificationEnvironmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Developer CertificationEnvironmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Enterprise CertificationEnvironmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) ArcGIS Online Administration Specialty CertProject Management Professional (PMP) Certification

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job, as necessary.

Reviews, interprets, and analyzes GIS data from projects using GIS hardware or software applications.

Designs, develops, and manages project-specific relational database applications using desktop and enterprise database software.

Performs high-level data analysis, dashboard interface design.

Develops user acceptance testing (UAT) criteria, and business intelligence (BI) documentation.

Maintains and manages the Enterprise ArcSDE enterprise geodatabases including performance of configuration and tuning, database security and access, database compression and version management, archiving, replication, and synchronization.

Analyzes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data to identify spatial relationships or display results of analysis, using maps, graphs, or tabular data.

Manages large, dynamic GIS datasets to drive accurate, streamlined project implementation.

Reviews existing or incoming data for accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation to ensure quality of automated information.

Coordinates GIS functions and uses with other departments, other agencies/jurisdictions, engineers, developers, and the public.

Assists with analysis, research, design, and implementation of all mapping tools, templates, standards, and software.

Research technical issues and provides solutions; makes technological recommendations for improvements.

Conducts research and attends training for professional development.

Acts as a lead worker providing guidance, support, and leadership to other professional staff.

Performs related work as assigned.WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical DemandsPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None

Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,000. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount.

01

What is your highest level of education obtained from accredited college or university with major work in urban planning, engineering, geographic information science, spatial analysis, data analytics, computer science or closely related field?

Associates degreeBachelor's degreeMasters degreeDoctorateNo degree

02

Have many years of experience do you have in analyzing, designing, and managing databases and/or processes?

8 years or more6 - 7 years4 - 5 yearsLess than 4 years

03

Do you have two (2) years of lead work experience in analyzing, designing, and managing GIS databases and/or processes?

YesNo

04

Describe your experience in Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, or any other cloud computing technologies. Provide specific examples.

05

Describe your professional experience using Model Builder and shell program scripting in Python.

06

Describe your experience in SQL (Structured Query Language) and creating, updating, and managing databases. Provide specific examples.

07

Describe your professional experience performing advanced professional and highly technical analysis, design, and management of large projects with multiple data owners, sources, and types.

08

Provide examples of software or other tools you have used to create data visualizations and their purposes/audiences.

09

Which of the following preferences do you possess ( select all that apply)

Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major coursework in urban planning, engineering, geographic information science, spatial analysis, data analytics, computer science, or closely related field.2 years + experience following, updating, developing, and implementing comprehensive written documentation/ instructions/policies and procedures related to database management, creation, and quality assurance.2 years + experience with business analytics dashboards (Microsoft Power BI, Tableau etc.) or other data visualization tools for complex projects/programs2 years + experience making public presentations; developing story boards; working collaboratively with diverse sets of public and private stakeholders, including local, state, and federal government officials.2 years + experience in high-level analysis and dashboard interface design experience.2 years + experience with shell programming and scripting (Python, bash) or modern programming languages (Java, SQL)Certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Desktop CertificationEnvironmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Developer CertificationEnvironmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Enterprise CertificationEnvironmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) ArcGIS Online Administration Specialty CertificateCertification or Project Management Professional (PMP)None of the above

10

Describe your professional experience collaborating with internal partners to identify and implement innovative solutions.

Required Question