State of Texas - Texas Workforce Commission

Data Analyst (Austin) - (826010)

Description

WHO WE ARE:

Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 101 E 15th St, Austin, Texas.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE:

We are looking for a creative and experienced Data Analyst V to lead the Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) team in TWC’s Division of Information Innovation and Insight (I|3). The division supports the agency’s mission by leveraging data to improve decision-making and service efficiency. That is, we leverage Data for Prosperity.

The Data Analyst will support I|3’s mission to extract, transform, and load data for reporting to better serve the employers, individuals, families, and communities of Texas. Our ideal candidate is a self-starting, motivated, and collaborative problem solver who understands the value of teamwork, critical thinking, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, and data analysis to assist in management of TWC programs.

Candidates must be enthusiastic about working collaboratively with teammates, TWC staff, and other state agency staff to deliver accurate information on deadline to a wide variety of stakeholders, including other State Agencies and Local Workforce Development Areas (LWDA). Candidates will have the opportunity to apply their mindset to develop, maintain, and improve current ETL processes, and ultimately make a difference in the lives of Texans.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Data Analyst V performs highly complex (senior-level) data analysis and data research work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:

• Contribute to teamwork and communicate effectively.
• Ensure adequate staffing for the team to provide development resources to develop new procedures and to sustain existing operations.
• Ensure compliance with the I|3 software/systems development life cycle policy and procedures, that include waterfall and hybrid methodologies.
• Monitor and control unit’s functions to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor unit work in process and actively participate in maintaining and providing input to development of ETL code.
• Collaborate with I|3 directors to create and maintain I|3’s values and operating principles, work to establish a culture of accountability, teamwork, excellence, ingenuity, and innovation to promote an image of I|3 excellence.
• Develop employee skills and build depth of expertise to position unit for technology changes and staff turnover.
• Communicate job requirements to employees and evaluate their performance.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, policies, and procedures that govern TWC I|3.
• Perform other duties as assigned to maintain I|3 operations.

YOU QUALIFY WITH:

• Four years of full-time experience in data science, business analytics, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field.
• Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:

• Proficiency using PL/SQL to write ETL code.
• Strong competencies in leadership, planning, project management, resource management, and organization.
• Experience with data models, database design development, data mining, and segmentation techniques.
• Demonstrated skills using software/systems development methodologies such as waterfall, iterative, and/or agile sprints; problem-solving; critical thinking; building quality into code; planning and organizing work; meeting due dates.
• Ability for critical thinking with an eye for information analysis, objective evaluation, and problem-solving.
• Ability for strategic thinking with an eye for self-directed planning, goal setting, vision, pattern recognition, and risk assessment with opportunities for evaluation.
• Ability to demonstrate a logical approach to problem determination; detect and determine root causes for recurring and complex issues.
• Ability to produce and present clear, concise and professional communications and presentations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Experience developing and implementing goals for IT teams.
• Experience with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Skill in communicating technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Knowledge of Texas Workforce Commission programs.

YOU GAIN:

• A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
• Competitive starting salary: $7000.00 - $8500.00/month
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
• Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PlanningResearchandStatistics.pdf

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

Primary Location

: United States-Texas-Austin

Work Locations

:

Austin:101 E 15th St (320-4001)

101 E 15th St

Austin 78778-0001

Job

: General and Operations Managers

Organization

: TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Manager

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

: Jun 12, 2025, 5:00:00 AM

Work From Home: No

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