[Remote] Data Analyst I - Data Visualization Specialist (REMOTE)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Koniag Government Services is seeking a Data Analyst I (Data Visualization Specialist) to support the administration of federal discretionary grants. The role involves transforming complex grant management data into compelling visual stories through interactive dashboards and data-driven presentations to inform decision-making and enable stakeholders to understand trends and actionable insights.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using Tableau, Power BI, D3.js, and other tools to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences
- Translate complex data analysis into clear, accessible visual stories that highlight trends, patterns, and actionable insights for management meetings, conferences, leadership briefings, and congressional reporting
- Collaborate with federal staff, Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and program leadership to understand visualization needs, conduct user research, and iteratively improve data products through stakeholder engagement
- Design and maintain operational dashboards for grant management, including performance metrics, enrollment tracking, monitoring reviews, compliance tracking, budget visualizations, and application processing status displays
- Ensure all visualizations meet federal accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance) by applying universal design principles, implementing appropriate color schemes, and following federal branding guidelines
- Develop interactive visualizations using D3.js and web-based tools that integrate data from multiple federal systems, build automated reporting solutions, and leverage GIS/mapping tools for geographic visualizations
- Create templates, standardized visualization frameworks, style guides, and visualization libraries for consistency while producing ad-hoc visualizations for special projects and external communications
- Utilize Figma, Canva, and Google Data Studio for design and prototyping while developing custom visualizations using Python or R when needed
- Contribute to ongoing development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of national data systems
- Assist with leadership data requests and trend analyses, often ad hoc and on short notice, and participate in briefings as needed
- Develop data-informed documentation including reports, improvement suggestions, metrics, dashboards, and guidance to enhance operations
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Data Visualization, Information Design, Data Science, Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field from an accredited college or university
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant post-baccalaureate professional experience in data visualization
- U.S. Citizenship or legal work authorization to work in the United States
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
- Proven experience translating complex data into visual stories through interactive dashboards for diverse audiences
- Strong design skills with demonstrated application of visualization principles, including Gestalt principles, responsive design, and accessibility standards
- Experience building data visualizations that adhere to accessibility standards (Section 508 compliance)
- Experience developing geospatial visualizations and maps to support service area analysis and grant distribution
- Experience creating accessible, intuitive dashboards and delivering them to end-users with clear documentation
- Exceptional communication skills to translate complex data into visual stories for diverse, both technical and non-technical, audiences
- Strong stakeholder collaboration skills and presentation development capabilities
- Proficiency with Tableau, Power BI, and D3.js
- Experience with GIS/Mapping tools (ArcGIS, QGIS)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and web-collaboration tools
- Experience with design tools including Figma, Canva, and Google Data Studio
- Collaborative mindset with attention to detail, creative problem-solving abilities, and receptiveness to iterative feedback
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately, including PII and sensitive grant recipient data
- Willingness to complete mandatory training requirements and adhere to data protection protocols
- Completion of Conflict of Interest/Non-Disclosure Agreement (COI/NDA) prior to work performance
- Compliance with Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) requirements
- Willingness to travel within and outside the Region to conduct site visits, attend meetings, conferences, and training
- Experience working in a federal government grant management environment
- Knowledge of R visualization packages and Python visualization libraries
- Experience with Smartsheet workflow tracking solutions
- SQL database query experience
- HTML/CSS/JavaScript for web-based visualization development
- Experience with automated reporting solutions and scheduled data refreshes
- Familiarity with federal branding guidelines and reporting requirements
- Experience creating visualizations for congressional reporting and high-level briefings
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401K with company matching
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid holidays
- Three weeks paid time off
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