DOE - Sr Tableau Programmer Analyst - NOW PART -TIME

DOE Tableau Programmer Analyst 3 - Replacing NA4340.
*Pls NOTE THE UPDATE: Now 20 hours /week max
NA: NA
Remote but must pick up equipment IN PERSON

UPDATE from Mgr: We have decided to go in a different direction for many of the Tableau projects, but still need someone part-time (20 hour/wk) to do some of the work, including training and mentoring of agency staff. Schedule for that 20 hrs is flexible but must still be within reg work hours.

If the candidate you submitted to the prev req (NA4340) will consider part-time (20 hrs/week) please re-submit them.

This remains the same: This position will be remote for the entirety of the assignment. Although the assignment is Remote, if selected, the contractor must agree to work during regular (M-F) hours - nothing after 5pm or on weekends - but now on a PT basis, so they can collaberate with rest of the team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Office of Research at the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is looking for a senior Tableau Programmer Analyst who will analyze and visualize data to support priority research projects. This position will work collaboratively with agency staff and end users to define visualization requirements, query and analyze data, develop and test visualizations, and maintain documentation. The Senior Tableau Developer will also provide expert technical assistance to agency staff on the use of Tableau Server and Tableau Desktop to develop visualizations. This position is supported by a federal grant to expand the data visualization capacity of the Virginia Longitudinal Data System.

Responsibilities include:
Work collaboratively with end users and technical staff to define requirements, develop appropriate solutions, and create and maintain documentation for dashboards and visualizations;
Understand data structures, develop SQL queries, and rapidly transform raw data into actionable information for visualization development to include supporting the data curation process for agency users;
Champion dashboard quality, consistency, reliability, and public accessibility by applying best practices of visualization design and development;
Collaborate with technical staff to understand and troubleshoot platform issues and develop appropriate solutions;
Spread awareness, provide support, and offer assistance to Tableau Server and Tableau Desktop users throughout the agency;
Contribute to strategic planning meetings and provide guidance on system options and risks; and
Abide by all Department of Education policies as well as state and federal laws and regulations regarding the use, storage, and disposition of restricted-use data.

Required Skills:
Graduation from an accredited college with a four-year degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, Business or a related field.
Five or more years of continuous, focused experience in analytics and visualization development.
Five or more years of experience with Tableau Desktop and Tableau Server.
Three or more years working with data stewards and executive leadership.
Working knowledge of databases, database system structures, and managing complex data from multiple data sources.
Excellent visual skills, including design knowledge such as layout, typography, color, and interaction design;
Proficiency in reading, writing, and editing queries in SQL.
Demonstrated organizational, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences, and attention to detail.
Experience working with education data is highly desirable, but not required.
Required/Desired Skills
SkillRequired /DesiredAmountof ExperienceExperience in building, customizing, and publishing of Tableau interactive reports, visualizations, and dashboardsRequired8YearsIntermediate knowledge of SQL; knowledge of database structures, theories, principals, and practicesRequired8YearsAbility to communicate complex, analytical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences Required8YearsProficiency with managing complex data from multiple data sources and demonstrated ability to understand new datasets and data structuresRequired8YearsGraduation from an accredited college with a four-year degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experienceRequired4Years
Questions
No.QuestionQuestion1Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment?Question2Please list candidate's email address.Question3in what city and state does your candidate CURRENTLY reside? Question4This position will be remote for the entirety of the assignment. Although the assignment is remote, if selected, the contractor must agree to work regular (M-F) work hours along with rest of the team. Does your candidate agree to this arrangement? Question5If selected, candidate must pick up the equipment IN PERSON. Does your candidate agree to this? Question6This role has changed to part time (20 hrs /week and work must be performed during reg work week, nothing after 5 pm or on weekends). Is your candidate aware of this and, if selected, do they agree to this arrangement?