Data Analyst/Report Writer 2 Job at Abacus in Austin

Solicitation Reference Number*
23R0021395

Customer Name
Texas Department of Public Safety

Category
Data/Database Administration

Customer Entity Name
Public Safety, Texas Department of

Title
Data Analyst/Report Writer

Estimated Hours
2,080

Number of Positions
1

# of Resumes Allowed
3

Full/Part Time
Full Time

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)
RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445
Solicitation Reference Number: 23R0021395 Working Title: Data Analyst, Report Writer Level 2 Title/Level: Data Analyst/Report Writer 2 Category: Data/Database Administration Full Time NTE Rate:$90.63

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Department of Public Safety requires the services of 1 Data Analyst/Report Writer 2, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Data Analyst/Report Writer 2, Data/Database Administration and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Department of Public Safety.

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Department of Public Safety and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Department of Public Safety will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) requires the services of a Data Analyst/Report Writer, hereafter referred to as Worker, who meets the general qualification of i3 emerging, and the specifications outlined in this document for Texas Department of Public Safety.

The candiate will perform complex (Journey-level) data analysis and data research work. Work involves conducting detailed analysis of and extensive research on data, providing results, and monitoring and implementing data quality. Develop and implement customer-centric metrics and reporting. Support performance, quality, and improvement efforts to help streamline processes through data analysis and visualization. Manage the analysis of data and embrace evaluative thinking that includes posing thoughtful questions about data, getting feedback from key stakeholders, and using data to support staff, programs, and operations. May provide guidance to others. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Teleworking option is available but up the discretion of DPS.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 4 Required Working with data visualization tools. 4 Required Experience manipulating large data sets through statistical software or other methods. 4 Required Strong functional expertise developing front-end reporting solutions. 4 Required Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Able to learn new software/systems. Considerable knowledge in Excel, including creating pivot tables, conditional formulas and formatting, VLOOKUPS, etc 4 Required Considerable knowledge in Tableau Desktop and Tableau Prep. 4 Required Considerable knowledge with SQL, Python, or similar language. 1 Preferred Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in Computer Science, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistics or a related field. 1 Preferred Tableau Desktop certification is highly preferred.
III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 09/01/2023 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2080 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Department of Public Safety. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 5805 North Lamar Blvd., Austin TX 78752. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Department of Public Safety will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Department of Public Safety.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates referred if selected will be subject to a background check. Disqualifiers listed below:
•a felony conviction
•an entering of an order of deferred adjudication for a felony, until five years after court supervision ceased and the case was dismissed
•a conviction of driving while intoxicated during the five-year period immediately prior to the date of application
•a finding by a court of competent jurisdiction that the contractor was a delinquent child during the five-year period immediately prior to the date of application. If the contractor's record in the proceeding is ordered sealed, the incident should be disregarded and treated as though it did not exist
•the contractor's driver license has been suspended, including a probated suspension, by DPS during the last three years as a habitual violator
•the contractor's driver license has been suspended for refusal to submit to a chemical test within the last five years
•the contractor has an open/active arrest warrant in any state
•the contractor is currently under indictment for any criminal offense
•an open disposition, an incomplete criminal record, or no final determination of guilt or innocence is found on the contractor's criminal record following a felony arrest
•a conviction for a Class A misdemeanor.
•an entering of an order of deferred adjudication for any criminal offense of the grade of felony or Class A misdemeanor.
•an entering of an order of deferred adjudication for any criminal offense of the grade of Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years.
•a conviction of an offense of the grade of a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years.
•a conviction for a family violence offense.
•An open disposition, an incomplete criminal record, or no final determination of guilt or innocence is found on the contractor's criminal record following a Class nd B arrest
•Additional disqualifiers may apply

VI. ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS