Data Analyst (Community Services)

Summary

The Region of Waterloo is seeking a Data Analyst to support the Community Services Department. This role involves administering and analyzing internal and external databases, designing data visualization tools, and applying advanced data science methods like machine learning and NLP to support program planning, forecasting, and evaluation. The Data Analyst will ensure data integrity, develop data models, prepare reports for various stakeholders, and provide technical support for systems like HIFIS. The position requires collaboration with staff, management, and external partners, and involves leading changes to data reporting requirements and system use. The role also includes acting as a system administrator for various databases and developing training resources for users. The ideal candidate will have a 3-year college diploma or 4-year degree in a related field, with 2-3 years of related experience, and strong skills in data management, business intelligence software, programming languages (SQL, Python/R), and advanced analytics.