Data Analyst II or III (Hybrid - La Crosse, WI)

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?

Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.

As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.

Data Analyst II or III

Please note this position is open only to U.S. citizens.

Hiring Salary Range for Level II: $75,500 - $113,300

Hiring Salary Range for Level III: $99,900 - $149,900

Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.

The Data Analyst II or II will assist the Data Services team to promote enhanced data fluency throughout Dairyland Power Cooperative.  Responsible for managing, optimizing, overseeing, and monitoring data retrieval, storage, and distribution of data throughout the organization’s local and cloud data stores.  Responsible for finding trends in data sets and developing algorithms to help make raw data more useful for the enterprise.  Ability to optimize data retrieval and implement best practices for developing dashboards, reports, and other visualizations for stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Analyze and organize raw data, and combine data from various sources

2. Build data set processes, pipelines, algorithms, prototypes

3. Determine business needs and objectives, interpret trends and patterns

4. Conduct complex data analysis and develop data visualization

5. Prepare data for prescriptive and predictive modeling

6. Identify and develop ways to enhance data reliability, efficiency, and quality

7. Identify and develop opportunities for data acquisition

8. Deploy sophisticated analytics programs, machine learning and artificial intelligence

9. Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience: 

Level II: Associate Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or Information Systems or related field and five (5) years relevant experience.

Level III: Associate Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or Information Systems or related field and eight (8) years relevant experience.

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Prefer Data Analyst III will consider Data Analyst II

Skills:  Strong IT experience with scripting, database calls, statistics, and visual presentation layer.   Additional experience with database functions, cloud data storage, ETL tools and troubleshooting. Ability to determine and organize complex project/support tasks with minimal supervision. Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team. Strong attention to detail with consistent accuracy and success in controlling errors. Maintain data security, confidentiality, and integrity.

Previous experience/skills preferred in:  Strong experience in developing data visualizations with tools such as Power BI, Tableau or similar.  Considerable scripting and statistics skills.  Technical expertise with data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques; Knowledge of analytics languages (e.g., Python, R).  In-depth knowledge of SQL language, database design and architecture.  Great numerical and analytical skills; Project leadership.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand/sit; walk; use hands/fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include:

-  Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)
-  Life insurance
-  Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans
-  Paid Time Off
-  Robust Wellness Program
-  New Flexible Work Program
-  Tuition Reimbursement
-  So much more!

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.