IT Data Analyst Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bocaratonfl/jobs/newprint/4823478) Apply  IT Data Analyst Salary $70,720.00 - $94,952.00 Annually Location Boca Raton, FL Job Type Full-Time Job Number 04016 Department City Manager - Admin, IT, MS Division Information Technology 04/02801 Opening Date 02/06/2025 Closing Date 2/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit X + Description + Benefits + Questions . Job Description Performs professional and technical work interpreting various forms of data. Supports programming of new and existing systems and participates full life cycle data management by collecting, interpreting and analyzing data. This position reports to the Assistant IT Director. Essential Functions + Collects data from various sources. + Analyzes large data sets using analytical and critical thinking skills to provide meaningful insights. + Streamlines data collection methods to create automated routines. + Designs database structures and data systems. + Maintains data structures and monitors performance. + Interprets data for trends and patters as they relate to operational process. + Build and prepare reports using different reporting technologies. + Leverage predictive modeling and data mining + Collaborate with DBA, Programmers, Business Analysts, and Users to link data and create metrics cross operational areas. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: + The scope of operations and services performed by assigned department and general City of Boca Raton services + Data analytics methodologies and best practices + Software Development Lifecycle + Data Visualization + Statistical Analysis + Predictive Modeling + Data Mining Skilled in: + Communication – both oral and written, especially as related to the communication of technical concepts to non-technical individuals, including preparing technical documentation. + Critical thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. + Interpersonal skills – communicate and collaborate effectively with team members, assigned departments, and third-party vendors + Technical Platforms – Visual Studio, C#, SQL, Python, SQL Reporting Services, Power BI, Tableau Ability to: + Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and vendors. + Manage multiple activities simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and prioritize requests to resolve problems. + Work independently or as a part of a team, and to organize and complete projects. + Organize data, to think logically, and to analyze issues and propose solutions. + Ability to participate and deliver end to end data management tasks. + Leverage problem solving skills interpreting and analyzing data. + Use an array of different technologies to source data points, build structures to support data locations, and present data in a valuable way. Minimum and Preferred Qualifications MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Computer Science, Math, Statistics or related field. + Five (5) years of experience in Data Analysis Additional experience is accepted as a minimum requirement in lieu of the postsecondary degree on the following basis: additional four (4) years in lieu of the bachelor’s degree, and additional two (2) years in lieu of an associate degree. POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items: + Criminal background check + Education Verification + Employment Verification + Certification/License Verification When assigned to Police Services additional screening requirements include: + FDLE/CJIS background check and security exam + Polygraph examination + Fingerprinting The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. BENEFITS SUMMARY Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours. Year of ServiceAccrual 0 to 5 full years8 hours per month 5 to 10 full years10 hours per month 10 to 15 full years12 hours per month 15 full years and over14 hours per month CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year. SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows: Years of servicePercentage Less than 2 full years0% 2 to 5 full years10% 5 to 10 full years20% 10 full years or more30% Retirement (normal, early or disability)50% HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee + Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan. CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year - Paid during the month of December. Year of ServiceBenefit 5 to 10 full years$600 annually 10 to 15 full years$800 annually 15 full years and over$1,100 annually RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below: + An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period. + An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution. + The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection. Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available. HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays. FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of State TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds. MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year. EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.