Data Strategist

Job ID: CT-13)

Remote Data Strategist (15+) with Data Modeling/Analytics, Warehousing, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, T-SQL, UX, PL/SQL, Python, BI Analyst Planner, Data Center Management, Training Development, PM experience

Location: Hartford,CT(CT DAS)
Duration: 12 Months

Skills:
Skills            Database          Data Analysis                       Proficient (4-6 Years)        Yes   
Skills            Database          Data Modeling                       Proficient (4-6 Years)        Yes   
Skills            Database          Data Warehousing                    Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Database          Microsoft SQL Server                      Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Database          MySQL                   Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Database          PostgreSQL                    Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Database          Transact-SQL                        Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Design            User Experience Design (UX)                     Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Languages         PL/SQL                        Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Languages         Python                        Proficient (4-6 Years)        Yes   
Skills            Languages         SQL                     Proficient (4-6 Years)        Yes   
Skills            Others            Business Intelligence Analyst Planner                       Proficient (4-6 Years)        No    
Skills            Others            Communication skills both verbal and written                      Proficient (4-6 Years)        Yes   
Skills            Others            Data Analytics Specialist                       Proficient (4-6 Years)        Yes   
Skills            Others            Data center management                    Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Others            Enterprise Data Architect                       Proficient (4-6 Years)        No    
Skills            Others            Online Web-based Training Developer                   Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Others            Presentation skills                       Proficient (4-6 Years)        No    
Skills            Others            Process Flow Analysis                     Novice (1-3 Years)            No    
Skills            Others            Project management                        Novice (1-3 Years)            No    

Job Description:
To All Suppliers: All candidate submissions must include three specific work samples to be considered for this role:

1. One example of an executive-facing analytics or measurement presentation authored by the candidate. Also provide the necessary project details to explain the presentation

2. A data model, ERD, or high-level architecture diagram, along with a short explanation (5–7 sentences) of:

• what it is,
• what problem it solved, and
• what the candidate’s role was

3. In one paragraph, tell us about a time you used data strategically to influence or change a product, service, or decision.

Any submission that does not include these three samples with these exact requirements will not be considered.

This is Us
The State of Connecticut is leading a new digital transformation in government to uplift the lives and well-being of our residents, businesses, and employees. Our goal is to improve access to our programs and services, making interaction with government easier. When you join the Connecticut Digital Service, you’ll be part of a team creating simple experiences personalized for everyone. If you enjoy solving complex problems with a curious, supportive, high-performing team, then the State of Connecticut is the place for you.
Is This You?
Big Thinker. You see data as a means for reaching strategic goals and can use data to impact both the business and the customer.
Problem Solver. You recognize the critical role data plays in understanding and solving pain points.
Organically Curious. You see beyond the obvious to identify and fill-in the missing data and gaps of understanding
Service-Oriented. You are passionate about government innovation and improving services for your fellow citizens.

About the Role
NOTE: This is a hands-on senior contributor role requiring demonstrated leadership of data programs, initiatives, or teams. Junior candidates will not be considered.
The Data Strategy and Analytics Lead will be a key player in establishing a robust, scalable, and accessible data practice for the State of Connecticut. This role requires a unique combination of technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and a highly strategic mindset to drive awareness and adoption of data and analytics. This person will strategize, maintain, and expand on existing data structures including pipelines, databases, and dashboards, while also helping to build a sustainable data practice that drives government-wide optimization and ensures ethical use of data to benefit all residents.
You will guide teams in leveraging data to improve the end-to-end user journey, identify product and service challenges, and foster a culture where data is integrated into everyday operations. You will also ensure the integrity, uptime, and accessibility of data technology to support the state’s initiatives.
You must have a deep understanding of data modelling, user research, data analysis, visualizations, and the strategic application of data to improve service delivery at every stage of the customer lifecycle. You will need to have a strong background in quantitative/qualitative data management, data research methodologies, data engineering, data analysis, business intelligence, and executive-level communication skills to be successful in this role. There will be a heavy emphasis on first party / transactional data as well as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, CMS platform, and other behavioral metric systems.