Data Analyst

7 months ago

Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

**Competition #**: 42185

**Department**: Community Services

**Location**: HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**: Permanent

**Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**: 02-Apr-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At the Department of Community Services (DCS), we are a large and diverse department providing a broad portfolio of programs and services including Child and Family Wellbeing (CFW), Employment Support Services(ESS), Income Assistance (IA), Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Disability Support Program (DSP).

Through our services, we advocate and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent, self-reliant, and secure. We work collaboratively across the province with a strong dedicated network of supports and staff to achieve desired and shared outcomes for all.

About Our Opportunity

Are you passionate about leveraging data to drive strategic decisions and policy development?

We're seeking an expert Data Analyst to join our team. In this role, you'll lead specialized and complex statistical research and program analysis, craft outcome evaluation frameworks, and identify policy and program options. Your work will be integral in ensuring DCS has reliable and relevant data, research, and evaluation information to inform strategic objectives effectively.

If you're ready to make a tangible impact through data-driven insights, we'd love to hear from you.

Primary Accountabilities

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to leverage your expertise in data analysis to drive informed decision-making and contribute to the achievement of our strategic objectives. You will:
Support policy and program review through data analysis as well as ensure accurate collection and retrieval of data across various databases
Support the design of performance and system outcome measures, accountability reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track departmental progress effectively.
Transform data from multiple sources into interactive dashboards and other visual outputs with graphic representations to provide key insights
Conducted skilled Business Intelligence (BI) analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights from complex datasets.
Design and leading data collection efforts for program evaluations and outcomes research, including developing new data collection instruments and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders and data sources as necessary.
Qualifications and Experience

You have a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of related experience in policy, program, and research; or a master's degree and three (3) years of related experience.

**Expertise and experience in the following is required**:
database manipulation, programming languages, and reporting
SQL
Microsoft Office Suite

Python familiarity would be considered an asset

LEADS

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We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

We recognize equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience, providing opportunities for individuals with diverse backgrounds to contribute their skills and expertise. Equivalencies include, but are not limited to:
A completed Master's degree along with three (3) years of related experience;
A related 2-year diploma and seven (7) years of related experience.

**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

Most of your time is spent in a comfortable office setting. Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.

Additional Information

What We Offer

Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
**Engaging workplace**: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
Countless career paths
Department specific flexible working schedules

**Pay Grade**: PR 13

**Salary Range**: $2,543.38 - $3,091.70 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

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