POSITION OVERVIEW

**IN PERSON POSITION ONLY, NOT REMOTE**

The Data Analyst will lead data collection, analysis, and visualization efforts across all agency programs. This role includes creating data visualizations and infographics that help inform program decisions, program data utilization, continuous quality improvement efforts and the community assessment process. The Data Analyst will stay informed about the latest research and best practices in data collection, evaluation, and data systems. This role is essential to ensuring data integrity across multiple systems and translating complex data into actionable insights for internal and external use.

All employees and volunteers are expected to reflect Sunbeam Family Services’ core values and to perform at Sunbeam’s standards of excellence at all times.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrate capacity for supporting developmentally sensitive, evidence-based, culturally sensitive, hope-centered, and trauma-informed programs.
• Design and implement data collection systems and tools across all programs, including aggregate and maintenance of data bases.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, accuracy, and timely entry across platforms.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting systems for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to identify and discuss trends, gaps, and opportunities with program leadership and staff.
• Create and deliver compelling data visualizations, infographics, and reports tailored to diverse audiences and funding sources that communicate findings, strategies, and recommendations.
• Translate complex data sets into clear, actionable insights for program leaders and community partners.
• Collaborate with program teams to support the data utilization cycle and continuous quality improvement efforts.
• Support compliance monitoring efforts by preparing reports and summaries for the Continuous Quality Improvement Committee.
• Contribute to the design and execution of program evaluations and outcome measurement strategies.
• Support the community assessment process and design with relevant data and analysis.
• Recommend and implement innovative and streamlined approaches to data collection and analysis across agency program areas.
• Provide training and support to staff on data tools and procedures.
• Serve as a data liaison across programs, fostering a culture of data informed decision making.
• Present findings to leadership, funders, and stakeholders in a clear and engaging manner.
• Stay current on best practices in data analytics, early childhood education, human services, and nonprofit evaluation.
• Represent Sunbeam in a professional manner, which may include community interactions, consultation and education to staff and community partners, and presentations (including media and in person), etc.
• Knowledgeable of agency policies and procedures and compliance with agency accrediting and oversight bodies, including but not limited to Head Start and COA.
• Adhere to the Sunbeam Code of Ethics, HIPAA, and other confidentiality policies/practices while maintaining professional standards at all time.
• Travel locally as required in the performance of responsibilities.
• Perform other appropriate and related responsibilities as assigned by supervisor, Senior Program Director, or Executive Team member.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimally Required

Preferred

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Public Health, Education, Social Work, or related field

Masters Degree in Data Science, Public Health, Education, Social Work, or related field

License / Certification

Data Analyst Certificate, SQL or Data Engineering Certificate, Meta Data Analyst Certificate, or related

Experience

Two (2) years of experience in data systems, data collection, and high level data analysis, preferably in a nonprofit, early childhood, and/or human services setting.

3 or more years of high-level data experience in a nonprofit, early childhood, and/or human services setting.

Head Start/Early Head Start Program Experience

Mental Health, Foster Care, or other community based human service experience

Skills

Knowledge

Abilities

Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Crystal Reports)

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of computer operations and applications, including Microsoft, and the ability to master other computer technology / software programs as required.

Ability to adapt to evolving needs and respond to urgent priorities.

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Understanding and ability to maintain high standards for data accuracy and confidentiality.

Process, protect, and exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials

Ability to use inclusive data practices in collection and interpretation.

Strong collaboration skills to build relationships across diverse teams.

Accepting interpersonal approach that reflects cultural sensitivity to the unique and diverse experiences of families served.

Able to effectively and respectfully communicate in a manner that consistently demonstrates respect and cultural humility.

Caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with all individuals.

Excellent command of English language and grammar, both verbal and written.

Able to work autonomously without constant supervision.

Valid Oklahoma driver’s license and state required vehicle insurance for any vehicle used in performance of job duties.

Previous knowledge and understanding of Child Plus

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently communicate with staff and others and must be able to exchange accurate information when doing so. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, attend meetings, etc. Must be able to operate and use a computer. Occasionally must be able to move needed materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

The employee will work in an office environment and may work in close quarters with other staff.  The noise level in the work environment varies from moderate to loud; occasional chaotic situations may occur.

Other

The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. The qualifications, physical demands, and work environment described herein are representative of those an employee will encounter and must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel or candidate and may be subject to change at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Sunbeam Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fairness and equity in employment practices for all persons without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.