Data Analyst

Overview

Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - of contract

Skills

Data analysis

Job Details

Job Title: Data Analyst
Location: Pierre, SD (Hybrid/Onsite)
Employment Type: 6+ Months of contract

About the Role

We are seeking a Data Analyst to join our team in Pierre, South Dakota. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in data visualization, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from multiple sources.

  • Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate key insights.

  • Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities in data to support strategic decisions.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business, IT, and stakeholders, to define data requirements.

  • Perform data validation, quality checks, and ensure accuracy of reports.

  • Support data governance initiatives and maintain data documentation.

  • Present findings in a clear and concise manner to technical and non-technical audiences.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 2 5 years of experience as a Data Analyst, Business Analyst, or similar role.

  • Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.

  • Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Qlik, etc.).

  • Advanced skills in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, macros).

  • Strong understanding of data modeling, reporting, and analytics.

  • Knowledge of statistics, data validation, and quality assurance.

  • Ability to work with large, complex datasets and deliver actionable insights.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Python or R for data analysis.

  • Familiarity with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).

  • Background in healthcare, government, or public sector projects .

  • Knowledge of data privacy and compliance standards.

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