Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Data Analyst to join our forward-thinking Insight and Analytics team, working within our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) department. You'll join us on a fixed term contract for up to 12 months working 37 hours per week, in return you will receive a competitive salary of £35,745.00 - £38,223.00 (gross) per annum.
The role is based at our Service Headquarters in Exeter but there may be the possibility of hybrid working for the successful candidate as agreed with the hiring manager.
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the large-scale digital transformation of the Fire Service. We are radically transforming the way the Fire Service operates with its technology to enable data driven decision making.
Working as part of the Insight and Analytics Team within the Digital, Data and Technology department, you will be responsible for utilising reporting technologies such as PowerBI and SSRS to provide information and data back into the service to help inform decision making and transform the way we work to keep our staff and the public safe.
The successful candidate will have the following qualities:
* Understanding of data, data visualisation and analysis across a broad range of subject areas such as, but not limited to
* Power BI, including its use within a Microsoft 365 environment
* Databases and querying them (SQL)
* Geospatial data and tooling (GIS)
* ETL process and tooling
* Understanding of data manipulation in languages such as Python
* An understanding of data science and opportunities for its application in public sector
* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to explain key concepts to individuals with varying levels of experience and understanding
* The ability to liaise and engage effectively with staff across the organisation
As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit a supporting statement of 2000 words or less that links specifically to these key responsibilities. Please provide clear evidence against these.
What we are looking for in the ideal candidate:
* Demonstrable experience and knowledge in data visualisation, self-service business reporting and analytic tool(s), e.g. PowerBI and SSRS
* Experience of Data Analysis techniques and methodologies.
* Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improvement; develops innovative approaches and ideas
* Demonstrable experience of working effectively at a practitioner level within a data and information reporting function.
* Extensive experience in the utilisation and management of structured and geospatial data.
* Innovative and creative approach to service improvement and value
To help you complete this part of the application form please find attached below the work document 'Essential Criteria for Data Analyst (PowerBI, SSRS, SQL) Application' for you to download and complete with your evidence for the above criteria. You can then upload this document where requested when completing your application.
Evidence submitted in relation to the essential criteria above will be used to shortlist any applications received.
Benefits
Looking after our staff and making sure they are happy at work is important to us. As well as a career where you know you are making a difference - there are a range of benefits such as a generous annual leave allowance that come with working for us. More details here.
* Flexible working arrangements
* Generous Pension scheme
* Generous Annual leave
* Family leave
* Access to Physiotherapy
* Progression routes and training
* Free gym access and fitness coaching
* Eye care
* Blue Light and Membership Discounts
* Affordable healthcare through Benenden Health
* Sports and social groups
* Someone to talk to; free access to counselling, trained staff supporters and mental health first aiders who are there whenever you need someone to talk to, access to The Fire Fighter Charity
* Cycle to work scheme
If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Data Analyst (PowerBI, SSRS, SQL) please click 'apply' today, we would love to hear from you.
The successful candidate must, by commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.
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