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$5,716.66 - $7,146.72 per month or $2,858.33 - $3,573.36 per semi‑monthly, depending on qualifications.
The Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) is hiring a Data Analyst for its Data Science and Analytics Team. The role is integral to data analysis and forecasting work, improving the quality of data products and enhancing the team’s capacity to produce innovative data visualizations. The team primarily uses Python, though experience with other coding languages, data visualization and GIS skills is an asset.
DRCOG leads on Colorado’s front range, addressing growth, transportation and aging populations through collaborative solutions. It is a public agency, a federally designated Area Agency on Aging, and the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Denver region. Employees enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits and a flexible workplace.
Alternate Work Arrangements
This position may include flexible schedules and/or remote work up to three days a week within Colorado.
Class Specification – Core Responsibilities
Data Analysis: Organize and maintain inputs/outputs of internal data systems; wrangle disparate data; prepare data for analysis; investigate appropriate data; improve and clean data; assist in data pipeline development and architecture; safeguard confidential information; apply statistical, spatial, and analytical techniques to uncover insights.
Visualization and Reporting: Create graphs, charts, tables, and maps to convey data; recommend visualization methods; build and maintain dashboards and interactive visualizations; integrate dynamic web maps into storytelling; review publications for accuracy; generate custom and routine reports; collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure data supports storytelling.
Documentation: Record methodology for calculations and reporting; maintain data sheets and citations for reproducibility; track reporting needs across teams and offer recommendations.
Other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Principles of qualitative & quantitative research
Principles of statistics
Principles of data visualization
Effective communication techniques
Experience with public demographic, land use, real estate, economic, or transportation spatial and tabular data (desired)
Attention to detail; follow documented processes for repeatable results
Professional written and verbal communication tailored to technical and non‑technical audiences
Critical thinking and problem‑solving
Customer service orientation and rapport building
Adaptability to changing needs and learning new techniques, software, scripting languages
Team collaboration with project stakeholders
Proficiency in at least one programming language (SAS, R, Python) for data cleaning, management, and analysis (Python preferred)
Data access from various locations and formats (e.g., relational databases, flat files, APIs)
Data compilation, organization, and standardization
Use of business intelligence tools and interactive visualization platforms
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, data science, or a closely related field with coursework in statistics, research methodologies, and analysis, plus two years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
Licensing and Certifications Valid Colorado Driver’s License and access to a vehicle or equivalent transportation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Languages
- English
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