Data Analyst II - Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy

Position Title:

Data Analyst II - Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience

Special Required Qualifications

Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong data organization, analysis and database management experience
Experience with R or Python programming language
Coursework/education in statistics
Experience with Midwest row crop production and soil and water conservation
Experience communicating complex information using many strategies including written communication, social media, etc.
Experience using ArcGIS, ArcGIS StoryMaps, and Tableau or similar geospatial and data visualization tools

Job Description:

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Administration, in partnership with Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension, seeks applicants for a Data Analyst II to coordinate the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy measurement project. The Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy is a science and technology-based approach to assess and reduce nutrients delivered to Iowa waterways and the Gulf of Mexico. The strategy outlines voluntary efforts to reduce nutrients in surface water from both point sources, such as wastewater treatment plants and industrial facilities, and nonpoint sources, including farm fields, in a scientific, reasonable and cost-effective manner.   

This position will work with Iowa State University faculty and staff, state and federal agency staff and NGO staff to gather, compile and analyze social and biophysical indicators that lead to reduced nutrient loss and improved water quality. 

Position responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with Iowa State University, agency and NGO personnel to collect and manage secondary datasets including public and private resource commitments, knowledge and attitude surveys, land use, conservation and farming practices, and water quality monitoring from state and federal sources.

• Organizing and analyzing survey data, script-writing, analyzing trends in resource commitments, land use, farming, conservation practices and water quality, and estimating calculated nutrient loads.

• Developing and maintaining summary reports and data-visualization dashboards.   

​The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. The ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders including researchers, extension specialists, state and federal agency staff and agricultural, conservation, and environmental stakeholder audiences will be important to the candidate’s success. Excellent partnership management and development skills as well as strong project management skills and experience will also be important for this position. 

This is a regular, fixed term position through 6/30/2027, with opportunity for renewal pending funding.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

June 30, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS808

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

July 31, 2024

Posting Close Date:

August 18, 2024

Job Requisition Number:

R15221