Data Analyst / Report Writer

Position: Data Analyst / Report Writer Location: Austin, TX Duration: 8+ Months contract role Job Description: We are seeking a Data Analyst/Report Writer (Level 3) to support key data initiatives for our client. The selected candidate will work on transforming data into meaningful insights that support strategic decisions. This role involves gathering data, analyzing trends, building reports and dashboards, and ensuring accuracy across datasets and reporting tools. The Analyst will work closely with technical and business teams to understand data requirements, develop analysis tools, create clear documentation, and provide recommendations to improve program operations. Work is performed under limited supervision with significant independence and responsibility. Key Responsibilities: Gather, analyze, and interpret data to support business decisions. Develop reports, dashboards, visualizations, and data models. Acquire data from multiple sources and ensure accuracy and quality. Identify trends, gaps, and operational inefficiencies. Document data requirements, processes, and analysis findings. Support special projects and develop tools or frameworks for analysis. Collaborate with program staff to enhance data usage and reporting. Required Skills & Experience: 8+ years of experience analyzing complex data, solving problems, and preparing concise reports. 8+ years of experience converting data into usable insights for business decisions. Strong ability to map data, identify improvements, and establish performance benchmarks. Experience analyzing data policies, procedures, and system impacts. Ability to gather and correlate data from various sources, perform deep-dive analysis, and produce accurate reports. Experience developing metadata, tables, and user-friendly reporting interfaces. Strong skills with reporting tools, dashboards, and data visualization. Preferred Skills: 5+ years creating advanced reports, dashboards, and visualizations. Experience with SDLC project documentation (gap analysis, requirements, workflows, test cases, etc.). State or Federal public-sector experience. Pay: $80.00 - $85.00 per hour Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Data Analyst: 8 years (Preferred) Report writing: 8 years (Preferred) SDLC: 8 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person