Data Scientist

DataStaff, Inc. is seeking a Data Scientist for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Richmond, VA.

*This position is hybrid, 1-2 days per week will be onsite
Responsibilities:

• Collect the business requirements by working with project team, conduct complex data mining analysis, and develop complex strategic reports and dashboards.
• Work closely with Customer Engagement project teams to provide the customer with business analysis expertise, report creation and dashboard design, in a tactical capacity, evaluating internal and external client requirements and implementing effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Gather, analyze, and document functional/reporting requirements (i.e., user stories using interviews, documentation analysis, site visits, use cases, scenarios) and design, assemble and deliver reports and Monthly Operations Review Scorecard dashboard for Business Report Process Management platform in a manner consistent with client expectations.

• Ability to consolidate, interpret and present data in reports/dashboards for Executive, Team Leads and Individual End Users focused on Acquisition and Financial Information.
• Ability to produce reports and dashboard using Microsoft Power BI and other data reporting tools.
• Ability to define and document customer business processes and report/dashboard content needs including business process diagrams, data maps, and data modeling.
• Ability to Consult with project team members and customer stakeholders to identify, define, and document business needs and objectives, current reporting capabilities, and challenges related to the business functions.
• Collaborate with the project managers, technical analysts, and customer end-users in the analysis, design, configuration, testing and maintenance of the Business Intelligence module of Business Process Management Platform to ensure desired operational performance and capabilities.
• Track and document changes for functional and business specifications; write detailed universally understood procedures for testing uses cases, knowledge capture and training purposes.
• Achieve proficiency in all major Reporting/Analytic products, including the software suite: through internal staffing training, self-guided tutorials, and daily exposure to individual product feature sets.
• Innovative Solutions to Support Complex Business Processes, focused on very complex data mining analysis, coordinating the activities of a project team, and developing complex strategic report applications
• Provide support for a variety of meetings, demonstrations, and program activities related to Business Intelligence.
• Test reports/dashboard projects in accordance with business and functional design following best practices for quality assurance.
• Record and track defects uncovered during test execution and assist in defect resolution troubleshooting and researching). Comprehension of change management processes. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years prior business data analyst experience.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment for a matrixed organization.
• Strong knowledge and experience with data reporting tools including Microsoft Power BI, SSRS, etc.
• Strong knowledge of productivity tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with Agile and SCRUM processes and methodologies. Familiarity with Government Processes, including Healthcare.
• Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) practices, principles, and techniques as they apply to Agile development process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to listen and relate with the customer.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to communicate technical details to a non-technical audience.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong team player that is willing to always help other team members.
• Ability to develop training materials and conduct end-user training sessions

Required Skills

• 5 Years - Exp w/Business Intelligence/Data analysis reporting tools (Microsoft Power BI)
• 5 Years - Consolidate, interpret and present data in reports/dashboards for Executive, Team Leads and Individual End Users focused on Acquisition/Financial data
• 5 Years - Knowledge of SQL Databases like MS SQL Server and complex SQL Query Creation
• 5 Years - Experience with Agile and SCRUM processes and methodologies.
• 5 Years - Experience in gathering requirements from the clients.

Desired Skills:

• Exp within Health Care (Behavioral) industry a BIG plus. If so, must be clearly reflected on resume

This opportunity is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.