Data Analytics Expert

Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation - Bethesda, MD

Part-time - Mid Level

Bethesda, MD

Construction of Buildings

About the position

Bowhead seeks a Data Analytics Expert to build out tools for the command in support of NEPS and BFMC. The ideal candidate will have specialized experience in data collection, data analytics using various analytical tools, and data interpretation of results. This role requires staying current with industry trends and advancements in data analytics, incorporating new methodologies and technologies as appropriate. The Data Analytics Expert will apply budget experience and data analytics expertise to support budget specialists and project managers in making informed fiscal decisions. The position involves employing statistical analysis and data visualization tools to effectively extract insights and communicate findings. It is essential that data analytics efforts align with organizational objectives. The expert will collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze relevant data from planning and execution sources, producing written deliverables that include reports, spreadsheets, databases, formal process mapping, technical design, system testing, and implementation activities. These deliverables will explain findings and recommendations for managers, executives, and other officials. Additionally, the Data Analytics Expert will develop data-driven reports, briefings, and presentations for senior Navy leadership. They will manage, measure, monitor, and report on NAVSEA's fiscal and programmatic key performance indicators (KPIs), including the Annual President's Budget (PRESBUD), NEPS planning of Total Obligation Authority (TOA), and utilization of NEPS Budget Allocation Module (BAM) for cash management. The role also includes generating executive reports and drumbeats for the NEPS Program Manager and COMPTROLLER, identifying opportunities for process improvement and optimization based on data analysis results.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate data collection, data analytics using various analytical tools, and data interpretation of results.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in data analytics, incorporating new methodologies and technologies as appropriate.
• Apply budget experience and data analytics expertise to support budget specialists and project managers in making informed fiscal decisions.
• Employ statistical analysis and data visualization tools to effectively extract insights and communicate findings.
• Ensure data analytics efforts align with organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze relevant data from planning and execution sources.
• Produce written deliverables including reports, spreadsheets, databases, formal process mapping, technical design, system testing, and implementation activities explaining findings and recommendations.
• Develop data-driven reports, briefings, and presentations for senior Navy leadership.
• Manage, measure, monitor, and report on NAVSEA's fiscal and programmatic key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Generate executive reports and drumbeats for NEPS Program Manager and COMPTROLLER.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization based on data analysis results.

Requirements

• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must possess or qualify for an active DOD Secret security clearance.
• NAVSEA, Warfare Center, or Navy experience.
• Naval Surface or Undersea Warfare budgeting and task negotiation experience preferable, with insight into Working Capital Fund and General Fund financial operations.
• Familiarity with various Navy appropriations and how they relate to program planning including: Operation and Maintenance (O&M), Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E), Shipbuilding and Conversion (SCN), Other Procurement (OPN), Weapons Procurement (WPN).
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management or business management, data analytics, computer science, or a related field with 4 years of relevant experience, or the equivalent practical experience.
• Desired Navy certifications: Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certified at least Level II for Program Management or Business Financial Management (FM), FM Certification, Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) also a plus.
• Outstanding verbal and written communications skills; experience in developing and delivering briefings and reports for a variety of audiences.
• Ability to perform frequent internal and external customer interface including regularly scheduled and ad hoc meetings.
• Strong background in requirements development and data analytics, including proficiency in statistical analysis, data visualization, and advanced analytic techniques in a DOD setting.
• Ability to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets and present them in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficiency in leveraging data to support decision-making processes and drive operational improvements.
• Proficiency or familiarity with data sources and systems commonly used in the NAVSEA environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using Survey Monkey online tool, Qlik and/or Tableau.
• Specialized experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Publisher, Visio, and Teams), Microsoft 365, Power Apps/Power BI, Adobe Pro.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short/long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plans
• Paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees
• Eligible part-time employees can participate in 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.