Data Analyst 1 (SG-18), Data Analyst Trainee 2 (SG-16), Data Analyst 1 (SG-18) Item# 00777

The Office of the NYS Comptroller, led by Thomas P. DiNapoli, is seeking a Data Analyst 1 to evaluate government programs and assess risks associated with them. The role involves researching data sources, analyzing and interpreting data, and presenting findings to management with conclusions and recommendations.ResponsibilitiesUse technical and analytical skills to evaluate a range of government programs and program areas including policy, procedures, operations, objectives and cost effectiveness to determine actual or potential riskResearch, identify, and evaluate data sources to determine reliability or usability limitationsCollect, manipulate, analyze, and interpret data, and present results to supervision, covering conclusions and recommendations based on evaluations madeSkillsA bachelor's degree or higher in Data or Computer Science, Informatics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related fieldA bachelor's degree in Data or Computer Science, Informatics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field AND one (1) year of experience in Data Visualization, and Statistical Models and Data Mining toolsA master's degree or higher in Data or Computer Science, Informatics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related fieldA bachelor's degree in Data or Computer Science, Informatics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field AND two (2) year of experience in Data Visualization, and Statistical Models and Data Mining toolsA master's degree in Data or Computer Science, Informatics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field AND one (1) year of experience in Data Visualization, and Statistical Models and Data Mining toolsA Ph.D. in Data or Computer Science, Informatics, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related fieldProficient at conducting data processing, data formatting, and data analysisHave computer programming experience (e.g., R, Python, Java, C++)Strong critical thinking and professional judgementStrong analytical thinker with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsStrong attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively in a dynamic team environmentBenefitsA state pension with vesting after five years’ serviceComprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependentsFlexible spending accounts for dependent and health careProductivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurancePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)NYS Deferred Compensation planAccess to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings BondsHoliday and paid time offShift and geographic pay differentialsA committed continuous learning environmentInformational Brown Bag sessionsWellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellnessOSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areasAnd much moreCompany OverviewThe New York State Comptroller is the State’s chief fiscal officer who ensures that State and local governments use taxpayer money effectively and efficiently to promote the common good. It was founded in 1921, and is headquartered in Albany, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.osc.ny.gov/common-retirement-fund.



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