Data Analyst II

Summary

Spire is seeking a Data, Analyst II to create data analyses and analytical applications to inform process, quality, and performance improvement in operations, customer service, and other cross-functional initiatives. This role will provide actionable insights to enhance data and analytics support across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong analytical skills, and can manage multiple projects.

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of our business. We’re dedicated to understanding our customers’ needs and goals to better serve them today and tomorrow. That’s why we’re always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire culture to life: 

• We make it happen:  We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance. 
• We seek out perspective:  We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs.
• We collaborate:  We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger.
• We care:  We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued. 
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, understand business challenges, and work with the Data Engineering team to set up the data sources or databases.
• Analyze large datasets to discover trends, patterns, and anomalies that can inform business strategies and improve services.
• Develop and deploy applications, including entities, forms, and workflows, using Microsoft Power Apps canvas and model-driven applications to improve business processes.
• Develop and implement Power Automate workflows to support business processes, integrate systems, and stream data flows.
• Design and build interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using Power BI or Tableau.
• Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of Power Platform solutions by adhering to best practices and conducting thorough testing.
• Provide training and support to team members on data analytics tools and techniques, fostering a culture of data literacy across the organization.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reporting and insights to management. 
• All other duties as assigned.
   

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

• Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communications, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality.
• Ability to lead by example in support of the company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skill and perspective.
• Ability to produce accurate, quality work.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order to meet individual goals and deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None, however, considered a leader for all employees in data gathering, analysis and technology project activities. 

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, data science or business-related discipline is required.

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• 5+ years of experience in data analysis and visualization, including data integration, query building, and reporting with Tableau or Power BI.
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps and Power Automate.
• Experience with SQL, Python/R, or similar programming languages is preferred.
• Microsoft Power Platform certifications are preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment and managing multiple projects.

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Hybrid work environment.
• Occasionally requires work during nonstandard business hours.
• Travel may be required at times

Posting Requirements

We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com.

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.