Business Intelligence Analyst I

As a Business Intelligence (BI) analyst, you will be responsible for managing concurrent analytical projects. You will also be involved in project work with Port-wide reach that requires some consultation with organizational and functional departments, and you will translate simple requirements into analytical applications and solutions that inform business cases, with significant cost and process savings and contribute directly to the success of department business plans and key enterprise strategic goals.

• You will design, develop, and maintain basic to intermediate BI solutions using technologies such as Tableau, Excel, and Alteryx.
• You will function as a technical resource for reporting and analytical projects, be familiar with data sources used in day-to-day operations, and respond quickly to ad hoc problems.
• You will provide advice for analytics projects, including utilizing best practices for the design and development of analytical solutions and data visualizations, as well as reviewing and contributing to technical documentation to ensure accurate development of reporting solutions.
• You will assist in managing the Tableau Cloud environment including data sources, security, and subscriptions.
• You will bring data to life using storytelling and advanced data visualization techniques. You will also use data visualization tools to communicate actionable insights across multiple data sources.
• You will actively participate in the business intelligence community by preparing materials for presentations at local conferences as well as attending conferences and training to bring fresh ideas to the organization.
• You will continuously maintain an understanding of Business Intelligence technology, architecture, methodologies, and best practices and build additional BI capability through training programs and one-on-one assistance.

• Experienced – You possess six (6) months of entry-level experience in data analysis and working with large data sets. This includes using SQL and data visualization tools such as Tableau, ETL tool like Alteryx, and/or with data modeling and data warehousing concepts. This may include internship experience.
• Desired – We hope you have a bachelor’s degree or above in computer science, math, information technology, and/or information security.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Proficient – You can analyze complex datasets using statistical methods and BI tools, create effective data visualizations, and use strong SQL skills to extract and manipulate data. You also have experience with data modeling and data warehousing, understanding business processes, and have basic knowledge of relational database design and research methods.
• Efficient Communicator – You have strong communication skills to present findings to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Analytical – You can think critically and solve problems using data-driven insights and can pay attention to details and ensure data accuracy. You can also manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Adaptable – You can work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and can work independently and as part of a team.