Review Vacancy
TitleData Analyst 1/Trainee 1/2 - Albany
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually
Duties Description Standard Duties:
Under the direction of the Data Analyst 2, the duties of the Data Analyst 1 include but are not limited to the following:
•Work with business units to develop and build models in support of analytic use cases
•Development, maintenance and support of reports and dashboards based on user stories or program requests, querying data repositories for ad hoc requests or the creation of reports
•Draft technical requirements: ensure standards are adhered to for consistent data collection, storage, and access.
•Coordinate with program staff in identifying data definitions, along with the cleansing and maintenance of data
•Provide input on current approaches and recommends improvements to best achieve goals, reviews and suggests improvements to current or planned systems and processes
•Perform data extraction, aggregation, and quality checks from multiple sources and tables in support of trend identification and root cause analysis, summarizes results, creates written reports and collaborates with staff to develop business intelligence solutions
Minimum Qualifications To apply, please copy and paste the following into your web browser:
https://on.ny.gov/apply2dol
Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
Data Analyst Trainee 1:
You must have a bachelor's degree* or higher.
Data Analyst Trainee 2:
You must have a bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience* in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools.
Data Analyst 1:
You must have a bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience* in data visualization, and statistical models and data mining tools.
*Substitution:
A master's degree in data or computer science, informatics, economics, statistics, mathematics, or a related field, may substitute for one (1) year of the specialized experience.
A Ph.D. degree in the above fields may substitute for two (2) years of the specialized experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Formal training or experience in data analytics or business intelligence tools like Tableau, Power BI, Python, SAS, or R.
2. Experience in building queries, conducting data validation, and cleaning datasets using SQL or similar query languages. Experience supporting the development of data models, dashboards, and visual reports that help drive decision-making. Experience working with internal or external stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
3. Strong understanding of data structures, relational databases, and query logic. Ability to identify and interpret trends, patterns, and anomalies within complex datasets. Skilled in presenting data findings in a clear and accessible format to both technical and non-technical audiences. Familiarity with data visualization best-practices and interactive dashboard development. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
4. Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.
Additional Comments Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above.
If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, BSCHR@ogs.ny.gov.
Telecommuting is available and can be discussed during the interview.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year
• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).
• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost
• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System
• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)
• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses
• Paid Parental Leave
Our mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: https://dol.ny.gov/about-us
DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Eligible employees may be approved to telecommute, if operationally feasible, up to 2 days per regular work-week, and not to exceed 4 days per two-week pay period. Telecommuting can be discussed at the time of interview. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Fax EFax: 5184742871@fax.ny.gov
Email Address YourDOLJourneyIsHere@labor.ny.gov
Address
State Office Campus, Building 12
Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please copy and paste the following into your web browser:
https://on.ny.gov/apply2dol
All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications. These documents must be received by November 14th, 2025.
Documents must be uploaded as unlocked and accessible attachments. If experiencing difficulties with the above link, please reach out to YourDOLJourneyIsHere@labor.ny.gov
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation, be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.