Data Analyst

The Data Analyst provides variety of complex research and analytical work in support of the Fire District operations. The incumbent monitors and evaluates programs, projects and funds of the District as assigned. Work is normally project based and duties include but are not limited to oversight of operational programs, analyzing division's policies and procedures and providing recommendations to division chiefs, coordinating financial information including reporting, forecasting and monitoring budget compliance, etc. The Data Analyst provides program budget and staffing needs of the East County Fire Support Services (ECFSS) division/fund. Incumbent also serves as a liaison between the District and other external agencies with regards to system reporting analysis and development.

• Analyze operational procedures and policies to advise executive team regarding efficiencies and potential impacts of changes or new programs
• Analyze, interpret and provide recommendations regarding financial and operational issues and changes
• Create custom reports integrating data from multiple software programs for operational and business decision making and reporting; Ensure data utilized to review and evaluate business operations is valid and reliable
• Evaluate budget performance; monitor expenditures, staffing levels and advise management regarding business status of the program and/or fund
• Facilitate the budget preparation process of the program or division including but not limited to recommendations for the budget, performing analysis, forecasting and developing reports
• Research, prepare and present financial and policy information as assigned
• Assist with the development of short and long range planning tools and resources
• Provide input and expertise to Assistant Chiefs of Operations and Support Services regarding new programs, policies and procedures
• Provide oversight and recommendations on program budget, staffing levels, and hourly billing rate
• Research, develop, recommend and administer various assets, projects, and/or programs as assigned

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Fire District structure, practice, policies and procedures
• Applied knowledge of municipal and/or government finance, budget and accounting principles
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and statutes and the connections between these policies and District practices and procedures
• Advanced skills in facilitating budget preparation and execution
• Advanced skills in written and verbal communication
• Advanced skills in quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Skills in integrating and manipulating data from various formats and systems/software
• Skills in producing clear and concise reports and documents to communicate results and recommendations of project/program analysis
• Skills in project management practices and methodologies
• Ability to analyze impacts of regulatory and or business changes and interpret results of analysis
• Ability to develop reports and presentations illustrating complex financial and operational information
• Ability to assess potential fiscal and operational issues
• Ability to analyze budgets, financial data and organizational policies for effectiveness
• Ability to perform complex research and analysis
• Ability to effectively communicate complex and technical information
• Ability to use sound judgment, effectively draw conclusions and make decisions
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
• Ability to research, establish and/or streamline processes/procedures
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize and appropriately schedule assignments tomeet deadlines
• Ability to handle and resolve highly sensitive and confidential matters and situations with tact
• Ability to perform a variety of independent research and analysis regarding existing or potential citizen issues and other related concerns
• Ability to maintain confidential information and records
• Ability to prepare a variety of interoffice communications, correspondence, forms, statistics and reports of a routine or special nature

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree with a minimum of three years of experience performing complex financial/operational analysis.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Washington State Driver's License
• May require relevant certification or higher education coursework as it pertains to the assigned workload