DATA ANALYST

Date: Jul 3, 2025

Req ID: 50457

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $73,104.00

Position Number: 22099125
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 07/11/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $73,104.00
OIT

The Data Analyst is part of the Division of County Operations (DCO) Reporting team, reporting to the DCO Reporting Manager. The DCO Reporting Team is responsible for reports/dashboards and ad hoc report requests from DHS staff and is part of the Arkansas Integrated Eligibility System (ARIES) project team. The Data Analyst works closely with stakeholders across DHS to design, implement, and maintain reports and dashboards that support business needs.

Special Requirements:
• Ability to work with a team that is mostly not located in the same physical location
• Commitment to accuracy and quality, including ability to learn from previous experiences to inform future efforts
• Curiosity to understand system design, data, and end user experience
• Attention to detail and ability to clearly document findings and expectations
• Understanding of Medicaid, SNAP, and TEA programs preferred
• Experience with PowerBI, JIRA preferred

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series: Database Administrator - Career-path

Classification: Data Analyst

Class Code: IDN01P

Pay Grade: IST07

Salary Range: $73,104- $119,274

Job Summary

The Data Analyst is an entry-level position responsible for supporting the analysis and reporting of data to assist state agencies in making informed decisions. This role involves collecting, processing, and analyzing data, preparing reports, and performing basic data quality checks. The Data Analyst will work under the supervision of senior data analysts or data scientists and gain hands-on experience with data analysis tools and techniques.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in the collection, cleaning, and processing of data from various state agencies and external sources. Perform data entry, data validation, and basic statistical analysis to ensure data accuracy and completeness. Create basic data visualizations and reports to help state agencies interpret and understand their data. Support senior analysts in conducting more complex data analysis and creating predictive models. Help maintain and update databases and data management systems to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. Assist in generating ad-hoc reports and queries based on agency needs. Participate in quality assurance processes, identifying and resolving data inconsistencies and discrepancies. Help with data documentation and record-keeping to support data governance standards. Collaborate with other teams and departments to ensure data requirements are met.

Knowledge and Skills

Basic knowledge of data analysis techniques and statistical methods. Familiarity with programming languages such as SQL, Python, or R. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software. Good understanding of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work with large datasets and conduct basic data analysis tasks. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain data findings clearly.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred. At least two years of experience in data science, machine learning, or advanced data analysis.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.